Micros and macros – what’s the difference, and what are they?
Micros and macros – what’s the difference, and what exactly ARE they? Are some calories more ‘valuable’ than others? I’ve done a lot of digging on the subject and have…
Energy intake while breastfeeding – healthy weight loss after childbirth
After having a baby, it is important for your health that you return to a normal weight, especially if you are overweight and wish to have more children. However, this…
Protein rich and healthy chocolate mousse
I generally don’t get sweet cravings, but when I do it’s always chocolate I fancy. This chocolate mousse recipe made me pleasantly surprised! The mousse is protein rich due to…
Setting goals and the power of the mind
I bought that cupboard (in the photo) destined for my dream house while I was still living in a modern flat with no thoughts at all about moving. I saw…
FOMO (fear of missing out) around food
Have you ever had ‘eating days’? You do everything perfectly all week, but then totally lose it on a particular day. All week you plan what you are going to…
Can you exercise while hungover?
Many people associate a glass of wine with relaxation in the evening or think of it as a must on special occasions. But how does it affect you if you’re…
Banana bread, the perfect snack!
When you are trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle social activities that involves food can be hard to handle, such as the afternoon “cuppa” with the accompanying biscuit or the…
Getting back into shape after your pregnancy
After giving birth, many mums are keen to get the body back that they had before they were pregnant. But you can’t just skip back to your old body as if…
Manage your IBS symptoms with FODMAPs
Noises, cramping and upset – our delicate stomachs are not always very obliging. Around 20% of the population is estimated to suffer from IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) – maybe you’re…