These quick and easy ice pops are the perfect refreshing treat on a hot summer's day. The kids will love them too.

The type of frozen berries you use makes a big difference to the flavour. I used a mixed berry blend from my local farm shop that contained a high proportion of blackcurrants. As a blackcurrant lover, I would happily have made the entire recipe with blackcurrants if I could!

That said, this recipe is easy to make your own. Choose the berries you love most and create a flavour that's perfect for you.

I don’t want to give the impression that nutritionists never eat cake. In fact, enjoying cake can be part of a balanced diet.

This is my kind of cake. The almonds and oranges make it wonderfully moist and delicious, while also adding some beneficial fats and a range of nutrients. Together, these ingredients help create a more balanced bake that is likely to have a gentler effect on blood sugar than many conventional cakes.