Most of us are aware that we need to get the balance right between healthy eating and a few treats. As we move into the summer sticking with healthier food is usually easier, with an abundance of crisp salads, fresh peas and beans, plus a host of succulent fruits.

One of the best ways to buy fresh, local produce is to visit your local farm shops. Here are a couple of my favourites in Northamptonshire, Wakefield Farm Shop, situated on the A5 at Potterspury, couple of miles from Milton Keynes, www.wakefieldfarmshop.co.uk. Smiths Farm Shop, Brampton Lane, Chapel Brampton, Northampton, www.smithsfarmshop.co.uk

If you have a great local farm shop let me know and lets make sure we take advantage of all the local fresh produce available.