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I'm Dannii and I run Hungry Healthy Happy with the help of my husband Dave, who fixes all the technically issues, a few social media helpers and our two chief taste testers, Avery and Ziggy, who always give (very) honest feedback on my recipes.
Why I Started
I started the blog in 2011 as a place to share healthy recipes that weren’t boring or restrictive and how to sneak a few extra vegetables in to your diet. I wanted to show that healthy is all about balance, which is why you will find so much more than healthy recipes here. HHH (for short) is all about making healthy meals exciting, and enjoying all the other things too.
I didn't grow up helping out in the kitchen and you won't find hundreds of recipes passed down through my family here. I learnt to cook as a poor student and that culinary education continued as our family grew and we had two children. I taught myself to cook delicious, and healthy recipes using ingredients you could find in your supermarket, and that is what you will still find here today.
What you'll find here:
Hungry Healthy Happy shares healthy family friendly recipes, from comfort food to light salads, veggie packed to delicious treats and a mixture of quick and easy recipes to those that require a bit more attention. There is a vast selection of vegetarian and vegan recipes and something to suit all dietary restrictions.
Why should you try Hungry Healthy Happy?
- Ranked the number 1 food blog in the UK.
- 2 books published, so we know how to develop a delicious recipe.
- Family friendly recipes with a healthy twist.
- Easy to navigate website with a helpful search bar.
- All recipes are triple tested and we never share anything that doesn't work perfectly.
- Hundreds of loved and rated by reader recipes to try.
- UK and US measurements provided.
- A handy jump to recipe button if you just want to go straight to the recipe card.
- All your comments are taken on board and things are changed if needed.
Since 2011, Hungry Healthy Happy has turned in to a fantastic community of like minded people who see being healthy as far more than a restrictive diet and are thinking more about their mental health and what makes them happy, which is why HHH is more than just food.
With a social media following of over 150,000, HHH has been ranked the Number 1 Food Blog in the UK for 3 years in a row. HHH is the place to go for quick and easy healthy recipes that are not restrictive (you will still see cheese, butter, ice cream and all the good stuff here – everything in moderation).
My Books
Hungry Healthy Happy
In 2015, the Hungry Healthy Happy book was published and is available online and in all good bookstores. Having a book published was a dream come true and is just one of the many wonderful things that has come from blogging. It contains 100 recipes for healthier alternatives of traditional unhealthy foods.
The Healthy Slow Cooke
In 2018 the second book, The Healthy Slow Cooker was published. It contains 100 healthy slow cooker recipes that the whole family will love. We wanted to show just how helpful a slow cooker can be when it comes to saving time, which is what a lot of people says holds them back from eating healthier meals.
The book also includes healthy options of some popular 'comfort' dishes, together with tips for choosing your slow cooker and how to get the most out of it.
Want to know more? take a look at our FAQ Page, for more information about Hungry Healthy Happy.
If you would like to work with HHH, have your products featured on the blog or just want a chat, then take a look at the Work With Us page to see what we can offer you! If you have a question or feedback about the blog, send us a message through our Contact Page.
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Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, personal trainer, registered dietitian or any kind of health professional. I simply post what has worked for me and what continues to work for me and this should be used as a general guide to improving your health and fitness. It will not work for everyone and you should always consult your doctor first so you don’t cause yourself any harm. Animations used in videos and web stories are courtesy of:
Jeffrey Christopher, Shivam Patsariya, Victor Campos, SejaUP, and go1studio.
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karen says
Your website is amazing like i loge your recipes ! You are an inspiration I've lost 8 stone in 8 months you may see from twitter as we follow each other i can see a few people are very jealous at what you've done and they prob haven't lost the weight and are prob big people i don't feel guilty for saying that ny best friend got jealous and now ignores me because i wanted to get healthy like your self i don't see you as unhealthy your happy in your own skin keep up the website i love seeing your updates and also Karma is a great thing to the haters hehe much love from Scotland Karen x
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I really like it when individuals get together and share opinions.
Great website, stick with it!
Petra says
hello!
I have nominated you for the following awards, The Liebster Award, Very Inspiring Blog Award, Best Moment Award, Sunshine Award & Versatile Blogger Award as I always find your blog a great read and inspiring!
http://petra08.wordpress.com/2013/11/30/awards-the-liebster-award-very-inspiring-blog-award-best-moment-award-sunshine-award-versatile-blogger-award/
Petra
Dannii says
Thank you :)
Emma says
Your before and after photos are amazing. You were beautiful before too, but you can see how much happier you are now. Please bring out a book!
Dannii says
Thank you. Yes, I do feel so much happier now. I am working on a book to pitch to publishers :)
Rebecca says
You are incredible Dannii. I want to be able to say I have done what you have done too. Just getting started is such a challenge.
Dannii says
Thank you! Getting started really is one of the hardest parts.
Tracy Portal says
Great to read someone's weight loss journey. It's really important to realise that it's a lifestyle change that's needed and to stay positive and motivated is key! As you say, if you fall off the wagon, you have to get back on! Thanks for sharing. Great website and blog!
Dannii says
Thank you :) I hope you enjoy the blog.
Mary Falland says
Just found you on instagram! 100% love your blog. I am on a weight loss journey as well. I have reached my goal weight of 150lbs (down about 60 lbs) :-) over 5 years to accomplish because I didn't really have a goal weight in mind until two years ago. Now I'm am working on muscle gain and toning. My new goal weight is 130lbs. We'll see when I reach it but slow progress is better than no progress! Keep up the great work!
Peta-Gaye Drummond says
You inspire me! As I continue on my weight loss journey. I have days when I feel like giving up but I will keep at it. Thanks for sharing your great story.
Dannii says
Thank you :) I am glad you enjoy the blog.
Jaime says
I follow you on FB and sometimes it is hard to know who has a blog and who doesn't! I am definitely looking forward to reading your blog more in depth!
Dannii says
All the info is in the About section of the FB page! But welcome to the blog :)
Petra says
Hi Danii
It was great to meet you and what an amazing blog!
I really enjoy your blog and have nominated you for The Versatile Blogger Award!
If you would like to accept this please have a look here to read more about it and to accept it.
http://petra08.wordpress.com/2013/07/15/the-versatile-blogger-award/
Laura says
You followed me on Twitter. I followed you back. Just reading a bit of it Your results are amazing. What an accomplishment. So very awesome and you look fantastic. GOOD FOR YOU. NOt easy. I'll be reading more of your stuff :) You go Girl
Adria @ A Spoonful of Healthy says
Wow! What an amazing story. You are truly inspirational. I've just started following your Facebook page and can't wait to discover your blog a little more.
Rosa Isabel says
I have been in many pages trying to get all kinds of answers for weight loss and I found a post on Facebook which linked me here. Thank you very much for all your couching and advised. This is the most friendly user web page I have found! I love it!!
Gill Graham says
Hi i'm just starting my healthy journey today i'm going to follow your meals they look great so i'll let you all know how I get on .xx
Tim Stone says
I'm soooo proud of & happy 4 you!! :o)