SAVE THESE CALORIE SAVING HACKS ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you’re trying to cut calories it’s important to try and maintain volume and flavour to keep you satisfied on the fullness and taste front! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What other calorie saving hacks do you use? I’d love to hear! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #eatforhealth #healthytips…
CHIPS OR CRACKERS? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’m sure I’m going to get a few haters for this post ? but if you’re grabbing a packet of ‘crackers’ thinking they’re a healthier option than chips then this might be of interest to you. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As you can see the ‘cracker chips’ and actual chips have a very similar…
If you’re a red meat eater then you’ll know how easy it is to eat a huge portion of steak ?. Red meat should be limited to a few times per week as intake above this has been linked to some cancers and chronic diseases. 100g cooked is about the right portion size. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ On…
WHY TO DIY ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Here’s how you can save some cals, increase your fibre and cut back on added sugar at breakfast. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ One the left. ?50g (1/2 a cup) of toasted ready made granola. *50g is the recommended serving size according to the packet however as per the Australian guide to Healthy Eating, 1/2…
These same day speedy oats are protein rich and the recipe (amongst others) is available in my new FREE MEAL PLAN DOWNLOAD. Available on the @mintfit_ website now. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’ve done a few things in this guide to support you with your goals ✔️Protein intake is distributed across the breakfast, lunch and dinner options to…
The recipe and others is in my new FREE MEAL PLAN DOWNLOAD. Available on the @mintfit_ website now. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’ve done a few things in this guide to support you with your goals ✔️Protein intake is distributed across the breakfast, lunch and dinner options to help promote satiety. ✔️Carb intake is low GI and moderate…
Hi lovely people! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Head to the @mintfit_ website (link in bio) to download my FREE #plentyonyourplate meal plan. You can mix and match the quick and easy meals to make your intake nourishing and very balanced. NO calorie counting required (I’ve taken care of this for you) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Head to the @mintfit_ website, scroll…
THE BEAUTY OF BEANS ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Beans are a staple in our house for meals like this. They are a super cheap way to bulk up meals but also have loads of health benefits. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ✔️People who way more legumes have a lower risk of heart disease. ✔️They’re low GI so help control blood sugar levels…
SPOT THE ADDED SUGAR ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ A little bit of sugar is OK but overall we should minimise added sugars. @who recommends max of 6tsp of added sugar each day. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Differentiating between added and naturally occurring sugars (which are not the issue) found in foods such as milk, yoghurt, fruit and some vegetables is key!…
MILK ALTERNATIVES- what to look for ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ There’s a huge array of alternative ‘milks’ available now. While they’re not technically milk, they are often called that because they look like and are used for similar purposes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ These products can make suitable alternatives but here’s a couple of things to consider ✔️Fortification with Calcium, vitamin…