Some years ago, I learned about the 80/20 rule which I sadly didn’t adopt at the time. Back in those years, I was one of those ‘all or nothing’ sort of guys who would train until they faint. The 80/20 rule is regularly used as a guide to safe, progressive strength training, but over time I’ve realised … Read more
A= ATTITUDE There is a common attitude towards losing weight that the process must entail deprivation, restriction and denial of foods you would normally like to eat. But this creates a conflict because you may want to lose weight but you don’t want to “diet”! This is called a “diet attitude” or “all or nothing … Read more
Lifestyle and health are interlinked Aside from exercise, a proper diet and an active lifestyle are important factors in achieving optimal health. Every day we are bombarded with ads on television promoting a ‘quick fix’. “Want to lose weight? Take this pill or use this machine for 3 minutes a day and lose 5 kilos … Read more
There are numerous reasons to eat less meat. Here are just 5: I could go on, but will save a more detailed discussion of this for another post. The bottomline is that cutting the meat in your diet and upping the veggies is a win-win. Both for yourself and the planet. So how can you … Read more
When you start looking at chia seeds, you soon realise that they are really quite astounding. Measuring all of 2 mm in diameter, these tiny oval seeds are an absolute powerhouse of nutrients. Lots of foods are described as superfoods these days, but chia seeds definitely deserve the name. What Are Chia Seeds? Chia seeds … Read more
Have you ever considered how we expect the almost impossible from what we eat? We want to be getting all the necessary nutrients, feel healthy and be mentally sharp without really having to consider any other factors that may be stopping us from achieving our goals. We want all the benefits we hope to get … Read more
Gluten free but high in protein and big on flavour, these buckwheat protein pancakes are delicious plain, or can be jazzed up with the addition of a few extra flavourings to make a pretty dessert if you’re entertaining. And best of all – you can have them on the table in minutes! Feel like to … Read more
Healthy eating has never tasted better than our scrumptious raspberry mousse protein slice! Raspberries. I love them and always pop a packet in my shopping trolley when I pass the fruit section. Fresh raspberries and frozen raspberries. Raspberry jelly and raspberry sorbet. Raspberry ice cream and – one of my childhood favs – raspberry mousse. … Read more
Want to get fitter, want to be faster and stronger? Then take your food intake seriously Food is an important part of sport. It provides the body with the fuel it needs to perform at its best. However, if the wrong foods are consumed, injuries can result. Fatigue is a common risk factor in many … Read more
The importance of protein cannot be oversold. Did you know that every cell in your body contains protein? Do you need a protein supplement? Protein really is the building block of every part of you, so you need a plentiful supply of it to grow and maintain your health. Proteins are actually chains of around … Read more
If you’re really committed to losing weight you will see results. However, you need to commit to lifestyle changes. If not, the journey is long, meandering and probably pointless. Achieving your weight loss goals mean taking a long, hard (and honest!) look at some of your bad habits. 1. Excuses, excuses. Ditch ‘em! It can … Read more
To make any big shift in your health you have to want it to do it for you – no one else. Your health doesn’t just revolve around what you put into your mouth, which is a mistake that many of us make when we think ‘health‘. It’s much bigger than that – it also … Read more
Spinach is one of nature’s superfoods, not to mention Popeye’s fuel of choice – so why not make it yours too? Packed full of powerful nutrients, spinach’s health benefits include the following and more: Alkalises the body Lowers blood pressure Fights psoriasis, acne and wrinkles Can prevent cardiovascular disease and strokes Aids in digestion Maintains … Read more
The glycemic index (GI) is a measure of your body’s blood sugar response after eating a carbohydrate. A food with a GI of 100 is rapidly digested and absorbed by the body causing a short, sharp rise in blood sugar. A food with a low GI ( under about 55ish) is digested and absorbed more … Read more
A Guide to Nutrition, Exercise and Hormones Shedding those extra kilos may seem impossible while dealing with the challenges that motherhood will thrust upon you. While you care for your child remember that taking care of yourself is just as important. With a positive mindset and focus losing your pregnancy weight will be a cinch. … Read more
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