KNOW YOUR OMEGAS! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Omega-3 fats have benefits for heart, brain, mood, ageing, eyes and inflammation Omega’s come in 3 different forms ✔️ALA is the simplest form found in flaxseed, chia, walnuts, canola oil, flaxseed oil and soy bean oil ✔️EPA and DHA are long chain found in cod liver oil, fish oils, fish and…
Yes – I KNOW this one is obvious ? but at this time of year it’s a good reminder to put some lower calorie snacks out instead of or alongside those chips so you’ve got a healthier option. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We graze a lot more at this time of year so reaching for a handful of…
SUMMER SALAD ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Baby Spinach Red Onion Cherry Tomatoes Avocado Mango +/- Chilli ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Dressing 1Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar, 2tsp EVOO, 2tsp Lemon Juice ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Ah, the age-old battle of the remote control. Who hasn’t experienced the frustration of trying to find that elusive device, only to discover it buried in the…
KNOW YOUR OATS ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ✔️Nutritionally oats are all fabulous! They’re great for B Vitamins, Vitamin E, protein and Minerals. Oats also contain Beta-glucan, which is a soluble fibre that helps lower bad blood cholesterol ????. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ➖However, the way oats are processed affects the Glycemic index of different types. Steel cut followed by whole rolled…
It’s normal to STRUGGLE getting back into exercise after Xmas.. but the most important thing is to START or RESTART.. And don’t stress if you’re slower or feel heavier than usual! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [You can be forgiven for rolling your eyes at this post ??] ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Scroll to the last pic if you want to laugh…
SMALL THING TO GET YOU BACK ON TRACK… ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you make ONE change post all the Xmas over indulgence then make it a daily goal to get in AT LEAST 5 serves of non-starchy veg ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Focus more on getting he good stuff in and you’ll be less likely to reach for left over…
Life doesn’t have to be about fancy superfood recipes.. Most of my meals look something like this ?? A random selection of whatever we have in the fridge! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So simple that it’s borderline patronising but if you’re like me and not into counting calories or macros then you’ll be on the right track if…
SNACKS FOR WEIGHT LOSS ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ While I do not encourage calorie counting – These are some examples of good snack options if your goal is to lose weight. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ However, if you are really hungry, a snack higher in protein (boiled eggs, turkey and veg sticks) than these would be better to fill you up…
BEST BREAKFASTS ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Following your question @moniquereneebrown ? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Something that has a balance of low GI carbs, protein, good fats and fibre is a must to keep you full ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Try some of the following • Ricotta, banana, cinnamon & berries on grainy toast (pictured) • Ricotta & Avo on grainy toast with a…
STARCHY VS NON-STARCHY VEG ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ • It is NOT necessary to avoid any vegetables but fill your plate with mostly non-starchy veg • Non-starchy vegetables are low enough in calories compared to their weight that they can be eaten ‘freely’ including spinach, rocket, broccoli, cauli, carrots, Zucchini, cucumber, asparagus, capsicum, celery (sans peanut butter), tomatoes…