While regular nutritious meals promote the maintenance of a healthy weight and stabilize blood glucose levels, grazing on food at random throughout the day has the opposite effect. The reason for this is twofold. Firstly, unplanned, unprepared meal times puts you at the risk of grabbing foods that lack nutrients while spiking both your blood
Carbohydrate is a naturally widely available nutrient and must therefore be of some significance to nutrition. Ditching all carbs to lose those excess kilograms is not a sustainable weight management solution as carbohydrates are required by the body for optimum functioning and adequate nutrient supply and cannot be avoided forever. That said, the intake of
Simple healthy snacks are an essential part of a healthy diet. It is important not to undo healthy eating at meal times with excessive snacking on non-nutritious foods. Pinterest is full of ideas but all too often we pin rather than do! Tried & tested from Pinterest, these simple healthy snacks are both nutritious and quick to
Hiking is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, socialize and exercise at the same time. It is perfect for family outings or group exercise. Whether it is a day hike or part of a camping trip, hiking expends a lot of energy, making regular snacking and hydration important. Try this pocket friendly trail mix for
It is no surprise that the low carb, high fat (LCHF) Banting diet, Tim Noakes advocates has caused some controversy to say the least. The thought that a diet high in fat can result in weight loss is understandably an enticing one, but it is also causing many a healthcare professional fair concern. As a dietitian,
The inclusion of healthy snacks in the diets of children is very important in the prevention of dietary deficiencies and overeating at meal times. When it comes to eating a variety of nutritious foods, however, busy little bodies and picky eaters may require a little extra encouragement. Sometimes a little creativity is necessary but it need not
It is a well known fact that breakfast is a very important meal but it remains the meal that is least enjoyed or most often sacrificed. While most breakfast skippers are able to acknowledge this morning meal for its benefit in kick starting the metabolism after a night of fasting, breakfast has far more to
A soup mix is a great thing to have on hand for when you need a comforting meal or cooking inspiration lacks. Lovely for winter, soup can be packed with good nutrition for gut health and immune protection. Using healthy staple pantry items, this healthy soup mix is quick to put together and makes
A healthy twist on a favourite dish, this Mac ‘n Cheese is higher in fibre and lower in fat that the traditional recipes out there! Macaroni and cheese is a popular go to dish for a quick family meal and is often made at the request of the smalls in the family. As a result, this
This Pumpkin and Chickpea Curry combines two of my favourite foods and is perfect for MeatLESS Monday or a quick weekend meal. Easy to prepare, it tastes like winter warmth and provides a healthy dose of fibre and vitamin A. It is important to remember that meat free or vegetarian meals still require a protein