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Eating with the Seasons – Autumn
How many of you consciously think of what foods are in season, or where your food comes from when grocery shopping? We live in a country that is abundant in food. We have the option to purchase almost any food we desire – at any time of the year. With time and lifestyle constraints often … Continue reading
4 Steps to Blend the Perfect Smoothie
Smoothies are a delicious and easy way to nourish your body with healthy food, achieve your ideal weight, and recover quickly after exercise. Step 1. BUILD YOUR BASE Grab your blender and decide what ingredients you are going to use in your smoothie. You may like to start with a handful of berries or half … Continue reading
Lunch box and Snack Ideas for Everyone!
No more soggy sandwiches, boring biscuits or sugar laden snacks. We’ve put together some quick and easy healthy lunch box and snack ideas for everyone to enjoy! Whether you’re trying to fill up that lunch box for school or cut down the money spent at the local cafe – there will be something here that … Continue reading
Something Fishy About Your Fish Oil Supplement?
A study published last week analysed fish oil supplements for their reported content and quality. Of 32 brands of supplements (manufactured in NZ and Australia) examined, only three contained quantities of omega-3 fatty acids near levels stated on the label – and many were potentially contaminated. The vast majority of supplements exceeded recommended levels of … Continue reading
Beef Balls
These are so quick and easy to make. Make a big batch and freeze for a quick snack! Ingredients 1kg beef mince 2 medium brown onions, finely diced 2 eggs 4 spring onions, finely diced 1 cup cooked peas Tamari sauce Curry powder to taste Himalayan salt and pepper to taste Dash BBQ sauce (optional) … Continue reading
Tuna Balls
These are so quick and easy to make. Lovely as an afternoon snack. Ingredients 1 can of good quality tuna in olive oil or springwater (drained) 1 corn cob raw (kernals removed) 2 eggs 2 spring onions, finely diced 1 cup cooked brown rice 1/2 cup rice flour sweet chilli sauce Himalayan Salt and pepper … Continue reading
Pass the butter please…
You’ve probably heard stories from your grandparents and great-grandparents about how they used to eat lamb’s fry, bacon with all the fat, lathered everything in butter and drippings. Where meat and three veg was the stock standard dinner. What if they were right and the way we have been told to eat for the past … Continue reading
Try something new – your brain will love you for it!
It’s the New Year – time to set new goals, try new things, step outside your comfort zone and just give it go! Studies have shown that your brain will love you for it – by improving your general mood and outlook as well as your memory and learning ability. Our brain is designed … Continue reading
Healthy Christmas Treats for the Kids (& Adults too!)
Christmas is a special time of the year, but it doesn’t have to be a time to deprive yourself of all the yummy treats! These are our favorite healthy treats to make at home. Why not get the kids involved for some fun holiday activities. Watermelon Christmas Tree’s Use Christmas cookie-cutter’s and get creative! … Continue reading