If there is such a thing, I am definitely a Coco-Nut. A slight obsession of mine and I simply can't get enough of it. Coconut, for those of you that don't know (where have you been???) is so versatile and has so many uses. You may have seen from my posts, I buy a super … Continue reading COCO – NUT
Author: LinaLeaner
ONE SIZE DOES NOT FIT ALL…
Whilst the government are doing their best to encourage us to eat healthily and be more active, some of the information guidelines are rather antiquated and seem to apply a "one size fits all" kinda of thinking. The truth is we are all unique and different, our lifestyles are all so varied. Government guidelines state … Continue reading ONE SIZE DOES NOT FIT ALL…
#PMA
For me positive mental attitude is everything. It's the key to a happy life and what drives me to reach any goal I set myself. Whilst life can throw all sorts of crap and obstacles at us, your attitude is what will determine how you deal with obstacles and how you overcome them. A contributory factor … Continue reading #PMA
STOP USING CHEMICALS TO FIX OUR HEALTH
Feeling depressed? Take anti depressants. High cholesterol take tablets, high blood pressure, take tablets. Overweight take drugs. Type 2 diabetes? Take tablets more often than not, like my father, then progress to insulin injections due to poor advice and lack of upport on changing nutrtion for a healthier lifestyle. Why? Yes I understand the NHS … Continue reading STOP USING CHEMICALS TO FIX OUR HEALTH
Happy Sunday!
Sundays are made for lounging and baking and given this bbbrrrrr weather, comfort food is going down in my kitchen today. What better way to keep warm than with lots of warm tea which wouldn't be complete without cookies so here is my quick and easy banana choc chip recipe. Soft oaty banana gooeyness... Happy … Continue reading Happy Sunday!
Booze
Your alcohol consumption may be sabotaging your fitness goals not to mention your sleep and food choices. Calories coming from alcohol are made up of what is commonly referred to as "empty calories" which means they hold no nutritional value at all other than serving as a sedative! High in sugar/carbohydrates drinking alcohol will more … Continue reading Booze
MOTIVATION
Be it to get up, to go to work, to go to the gym, or to make a lifestyle change, I always set myself goals, these goals are my motivation. I don't believe in starting the new year with a goal in mind, but instead set achievable targets throughout the year. Reaching the goals I … Continue reading MOTIVATION
PROBIOTICS HEALTHY GUTS FRIENDLY BACTERIA
The word "probiotic" comes from the Greek term meaning "for life." They are live bacteria that are actually good for you health. They restore the natural balance of the gut bacteria after taking antibiotics or a bout of diarrhoea or illness. So what are the benefits of taking probiotics? They aid digestion, weight loss, boost … Continue reading PROBIOTICS HEALTHY GUTS FRIENDLY BACTERIA
PALM OIL
Think about the effects of what we eat and products we use have on the environment. Palm oil is found in so many everyday products, and whilst you may not use it to cook with as they do in developing countries, it is in almost fifty per cent of produce sold on supermarket shelves. It … Continue reading PALM OIL
CRUCIFEROUS VEG
Love them or hate them, they are the superheroes of the vegetable aisles. Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale, bok choi, cabbage, radish, turnips, broccoli and arugula some of the verb you should try and incorporate into your diet. They are high in antioxidants, low in calorie meaning you get more bang for your buck. They are … Continue reading CRUCIFEROUS VEG

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