It’s so important to eat healthy foods that are packed full of vitamins and minerals; they provide energy for everyday tasks and also contribute towards your weight loss. I’ve chosen 5 of my favorite superfoods that will boost your health and make you look and feel wonderful. 1. Quinoa is a grain that is packed [...]

Can you believe it, we only have 19 days until Christmas day! Wow, where has the year gone? It’s very exciting though; definitely my favourite time of year. Have you done all of your Christmas shopping yet? I’ve only bought one present so far for my mum, quite a few more to go. It’s lucky [...]

Am I right when I say you’re run off your feet getting ready for Christmas? I bet you’re focused on everything and everyone else except you. Time for me is no where to be seen. I know it’s an important time of the year when you’ve got so many things to take care of. Present [...]

With thanksgiving just around the corner I wanted to share with you a wonderful Smoothie perfect for this time of year. If you have a juicer then you can also make this Smoothie recipe (just up the ingredients a little) and then warm it on the stove for a lovely winter warmer. As you peel [...]

There just seems to be so much that we have to deal with over the winter holidays. More rich foods, alcohol, parties, family gatherings, more temptations and sometimes much more stress… No worries for girls like us right! Why? Because we know how to have a good time whilst still taking good care of our [...]

As Halloween is almost upon us! Instead of the usual unhealthy versions of the classic Halloween foods. I’ve put together one of my personal favourite recipes to help you enjoy this spooky time but without the calories getting scarily high! Mwhahahahah… This quick, easy and healthy recipe is packed with goodness and tastes AMAZING! Pumpkin [...]

I went for an autumn walk in the countryside this weekend, for a bit of gentle exercise and to clear out the cobwebs ready for the week ahead. Walking is free and can be done anywhere so get out and strut your stuff at least 3 times a week for at least 30 mins. Results: [...]

Naturally we all over indulge once in a while, especially at the weekends. Most things in life require you to find a balance, there’s no difference with your eating and exercise. We’ve all seen how extremes of anything can affect your body, lifestyle and health. Over eating, under eating, exercising too much, not exercising enough; [...]

A couple of days ago I was driving home after an outdoor training session, when I decided to stop at a grocery store to buy a couple of essential items. After grabbing a red pepper, 2 tins of organic plum tomatoes and a bar of my favourite Green & Black organic chocolate with almonds, I [...]

This gluten free recipe is quick and easy to make. It’s perfect for a family treat or for entertaining this autumn. Healthy Gluten Free Apple Crumble Recipe Serves 6 Ingredients: 4-5 cooking apples, peeled and sliced ½ cup brown sugar ½ cup (gluten free) plain flour ½ cup (gluten free) rolled oats ½ cup organic [...]

My healthy French toast recipe is not only incredibly tasty but also one of my favourite things to have for breakfast on a weekend. That’s exactly what I did on Saturday morning, and enjoyed it with a cup full of blueberries and strawberries on top. It’s so delicious that I wanted to share it with [...]

I am always being asked for this quinoa & raw veg salad recipe which is featured in my Recipe Book, so I thought I’d put it on here for you to use and enjoy. Serves 1 – Calories 385; Saturated Fat 0.6g; Carbohydrates 73.9; Protein 13.7 per serving Ingredients: ½ Cup quinoa ½ Cup red [...]

This 600 calorie diet is all over the news right now and this really scares me silly. Scientists at Newcastle University claim an extremely low calorie diet can cure type 2 diabetes. Fantastic findings but not quite giving out the right message to the public. If you have type 2 diabetes or have been told [...]

This energising banana smoothie recipe is a healthy alternative to you reaching for a sugary snack or a cup of coffee. The great thing is, you can make it in the morning and take it with you for during the day, just make sure that you keep it cool. Try this energising banana smoothie recipe [...]

Instead of going all out when it comes to your fat loss, try making small lifestyle changes each week to improve your overall fitness, diet and health. By doing this you are going to be far more successful instead of throwing in the towel when things get tough, you’ll be able to cruise on through. [...]

Who here thinks you have to give up pizza to stick to a healthy diet? Well you may just want to hug me if you’re a pizza lover because you don’t have to give up your beloved pizza to follow a healthy diet! Try this nutrition packed healthy pizza recipe which I enjoy every few [...]

When you think of the warmer weather, do you think of less clothing and showing off more of your body?… Having a toned and FIT body is all very good but there is so much more to the warmer months and it must start with what foods you put into your body on a daily [...]

It’s always a good idea to have a simple salad recipe to hand so you can ‘throw’ it together to take out on the go or when entertaining. This particular salad is perfect whether you’re taking it to work for lunch, serving as a picnic dish or as an evening meal. Simple Tuna and Spinach [...]

I know that cravings can cause real destruction to your best intentions but you can overcome them using these craving control tips. One of the worst causes of cravings is an imbalance of chemicals in your body. This is the first thing you need to gain control of if you are to overcome the vise [...]

How are you with creating ‘healthy weight loss’ lunches? I know I used to find it so tough… I always thought that you needed to spend lots of time in the kitchen preparing the perfect lunch. Well how wrong was I! These lunches only take 10 to 15 minutes to prepare and they’re perfect to [...]