The Madre chatted with Freya Broughton Cook, Author of I Love You To The Fridge & Back. This brilliant new book is available to buy online here. 

- We understand you’ve been on a journey. Can you tell us what happened? 

I suffered from agonising health issues from a young age: severe eczema, asthma and allergies, which drastically affected my quality of life, so much so that I temporarily lost my vision at 13 years old and missed large chunks of school. I was put on strong conventional medications, steroid creams, immune suppressants and anti-histamine creams, to name a few, which eventually led to my body getting overwhelmed and slowing down (chronic fatigue). It was at this time I took matters into my own hands and went natural. I document my journey and story in detail in my book

- How was working with a Naturopath? 

I highly recommend it, especially when starting. It can sometimes be scary and overwhelming to go down a new path with strange, unfamiliar symptoms. However, support from a professional is vital at this time. 

- We love the book. Tell us what inspired it. 

I wanted my suffering to be turned into someone else’s survival guide and give hope to those in need

- How did you create each recipe? 

I wanted everyone’s classic comfort foods that we all love and know (blueberry muffins, toad in the hole, fish pie, etc.) to be accessible in anti-inflammatory, healthy versions.

- We hear Tom Aiken is an exciting fan… any other fans? 

Yes, he has been a huge support. Pauline Cox, famous for her incredible book ‘Hungry Woman’,  is my mentor and a huge influence. She has her own shop ‘Sow and Arrow’ and an impressive portfolio.

- What are your favourite favourite recipes from the book? 

P. 286 Banana cake, that smell! And in a healthy version – divine!

p.102 parsnip and apple soup- great for any form of inflammation and amazingly healthy and filling. 

P.130 - healthy Quiche – my absolute speciality- easy, tasty, light, cheap- ticks all the boxes!

- How can Agua de Madre readers buy it? Yes www.freyalouisecookery.co.uk

- Which is your favourite Agua de Madre flavour? Passion Fruit and Raspberry water kefir ! Love the sweetness & all the antioxidants..