Sunday, 29 March 2015
Easter Treats!
Easter is almost here so take a look at some tasty inspiration to get creative juices flowing..
Inventive ways of presenting veg makes things more interesting..
Bunny shaped sandwiches are ideal for this time of year
Rice crispie pops from coffee cups and crayons are healthier than the chocolate variety
Healthy or not, treats in cute containers make them more appealing
Pour yoghurt into moulds and freeze to satisfy that ice cream craving
Baby carrots in hummus pots are ideal for snacktime without a sugar overload
Happy Easter!
Wednesday, 4 March 2015
Road to Health - Motivation
One of the most difficult things about changing your lifestyle can be the motivation to get started.
I'm not talking looking at pictures of toned, gorgeous people in the gym or feeling pressured into it, but realising the benefits of getting healthy for you.
Once you've started making the small healthy changes to your life, it's likely you'll be so pleased with how your body feels as well as looks, you'll be on an upward spiral and be more than willing to continue on the road to health..
I'm not talking looking at pictures of toned, gorgeous people in the gym or feeling pressured into it, but realising the benefits of getting healthy for you.
Once you've started making the small healthy changes to your life, it's likely you'll be so pleased with how your body feels as well as looks, you'll be on an upward spiral and be more than willing to continue on the road to health..
Visual stimulus can really be useful when trying to change our attitude to things.
Try putting these images around your home, in your car or in your diary. This way you are reminded of goals on a continuous basis and motivated to strive to achieve the healthy self you are capable of.
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Tuesday, 10 February 2015
Stuck for a Gift Idea this Valentines Day?
February 14th is almost upon us, but fear not if you still don't know what to buy!
Check out these gift ideas below to hopefully provide some inspiration..
(not so healthy, but everything in moderation!) Luxury Valentines Chocolates
Happy Valentines!
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Cure that Cold! Easy remedies..
Whether your nose is tingling, your throat starting to get sore, colds are almost inevitable at this time of year. Help to stop yours in it's tracks by following some of these simple recipes..
Lemon and Ginger Tea
Take either a fresh lemon, or lemon juice, ginger and honey to sweeten into a mug. Pour over hot water and leave for a few minutes to cool.
Sage can be used as an alternative here as it's claimed it can fight bacteria and soothe throat inflammation. Just pour boiling water over fresh (2 Tbsp) or dried (1 Tbsp) sage.
Homemade Cough Syrup
Mix cider vinegar, honey, cayenne, and ginger into a syrup like consistency
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 2 teaspoons honey or light agave syrup (nectar), 1 teaspoon finely grated peeled ginger, 1/4 teaspoon super echinacea extract of cayenne pepper
http://www.buzzfeed.com/rachelysanders/delicious-diy-cures-for-a-cold-or-flu#.mb1jDpjkb
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