I get a lot of stick from so many of friends because of my obsession with kitchen gadgets, especially my indispensable kitchen scales. Yes I do weigh my food, but really it's through habit and my OCD/perfectionist tendencies. Portion size does matter! However, research has shown that often its illusion based, big plates, which are … Continue reading SCALE OBSSESED
Tag: Diet
FLEXIBLE DIETING
No doubt, if you are into fitness, you will have heard this term from time to time. What is it and what does it mean? Also often referred to IIFYM - if it fits your macros. Remember macros are macronutrients i.e PROTEIN, CARBOHYDRATES AND FATS. In regular "diets" you will be encouraged to count calories … Continue reading FLEXIBLE DIETING
POO NOT JUST FOR WINNIE..”
Not everyone is comfortable talking about it but let's face it, we all poo. It's a natural human bodily function, so why is it such a taboo subject? The fact that we don't talk about this topic means that so many of us suffer in silence. Constipation or irregular bowel movements can cause misery, pain … Continue reading POO NOT JUST FOR WINNIE..”
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!
PROBIOTICSÂ 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
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
FOOD REVOLUTION
I am always amazed at the variety of foods that are now readily available in supermarkets and health food shops. What amazes me the most is that as a daughter of Italian immigrants, when my parents first came to the UK over fifty years ago, the only place they could buy olive oil, a staple … Continue reading FOOD REVOLUTION
YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT…
So don't be fast, easy or cheap I am sure you have heard this in so many occasions but it really is the case. Your weight, your hair and your skin are a reflection of what you are putting into your body. A poor diet, ultimately will lead to poor health. It's pretty obvious when … Continue reading YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT…
Rizoatto
https://youtu.be/E1Tls1w3Vw0 Rizoatto. Yes, that's quite right - risotto with oats! Ingredients 30 gms oats 2 Heck chicken sausages (or chicken pieces also works well) 100 gms grated courette 1 teaspoom low sodium bouillon 1 cup of water and a few spoonfulls of my special recipe dressing! My Special Recipe Dressing: Simply add chopped … Continue reading Rizoatto
Protein Carrot Cake
https://youtu.be/WB7dDnUpSv8 Another easy and delicious recipe...had this for breakfast with an espresso! 120gms Grated Carrots 90 gms Oats 90 gms Scitec Protein Powder 1 heaped teaspoon mixed spice 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 heaped teaspoon cinnamon 1 pint water Bake in silicone loaf tin for 35-40 mins (or until firm).

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