The secret to weight loss is controlling blood sugar levels. Every second of the day your body strives for balance and if it can’t achieve it on a regular basis your health is in trouble. If blood sugar levels are not balanced you are more likely to store body fat, increase your risk of diabetes [...]
Ingredients: 30g uncooked quinoa 40g plain yoghurt (use dairy free yoghurt if preferred) 30g dried pitted prunes 25g protein powder (any flavour) 15g flaked almonds drizzle of honey (optional) 10g sunflower seeds or flaxseed 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon SERVES 1 Method: Cook the quinoa according to packet instructions, then cool with cold water. Drain well [...]
There are four types of fats: monounsaturated fats, polyunsaturated fats, saturated fats and trans-fats. Monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats are known as the ‘good fats’ because they help prevent diabetes, heart disease, cancer, obesity, muscle and joint pain, inflammatory conditions, lower cholesterol and blood pressure. Monounsaturated fats include olive oil, Sunflower oil Peanut oil, Sesame oil, [...]
Great alternative for rice dishes, low in carbs, lower in calories and tastes great! Ingredients 1 tsp organic coconut oil 15 curry leaves 2-3 small pieces of cinnamon bark 4-5 cloves 5 cardamom pods 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp sea salt 1 tsp mustard seeds 200g cauliflower, grated 200ml fresh chicken stock (or use one organic [...]
Poor preparation We hear it time and time again “Failing to plan is planning to fail” and with good reason. It’s important to plan out what you are going to eat every day. Some people like to meal prep for the whole week. I prefer to cook my meals the night before. So decide on your [...]
Ingredients 10g organic butter or coconut oil 2 rashers unsmoked bacon (use vegetarian bacon if preferred*) large handful kale 2 closed cup mushrooms, sliced 2 small tomatoes, halved 2 medium sized eggs, whisked salt and pepper to season SERVES 1 Instructions In a frying pan, melt the butter or coconut oil over a medium heat. [...]
People believe they are not addicted to sugar because they don’t eat lollies or chocolate. Sugar is also found in High GI foods such as white bread & pasta and of course fast food. So if you crave these foods often it’s highly likely you have an addiction. Other signs of addiction are always craving [...]
Ingredients 3 medium sized bananas 50g crunchy peanut butter (no added sugar) 2 medium sized eggs 1 egg white 40g porridge oats (use gluten free oats if preferred) 20g ground almonds 30g flaxseed, whole or ground 50g chocolate flavour protein powder 30g organic raisins 20g dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa), finely chopped MAKES 9 BARS [...]
SERVES 1 Ingredients: 125g plain or Greek yoghurt (use dairy free yoghurt if preferred) 60g fresh blueberries 10g chopped hazelnuts 5g mixed seeds (e.g. flaxseed, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds) pinch of saffron (optional) Instructions: Spoon the yoghurt into a bowl and top with the remaining ingredients. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for [...]
One of my goals is to take the guess work out of losing weight and toning up. So I want to give you all the tools you need to reach your fitness goals. So I've decided to give you my top 20 exercise and foods rules to lose weight and tone up fast. Follow these and you won’t be disappointed with [...]
