HEALTH CURES: OLIVE OIL.
Soothe skin Olive oil is a multi-purpose moisturiser, packed with skin-nourishing vitamin E. Rub it onto flaky patches on your face, chapped lips, dry heels or rough elbows.
REASONS TO WALK #1
2 By walking this many miles three times a week you can expect to reduce your weight by 1lb every three weeks.
‘SIRTFOODS’ – FIND OUT ABOUT THIS YEAR’S DIET TREND.
The newest diet trend actually allows you eat some of your favourite foods – dark chocolate included! The sirtfood plan is all about what you should include and add to your meals. What are sirtfoods? They’re foods that are high in substances called sirtuin activators. There are seven types of sirtuin in the body. Sirtuins […]
FOOD FACT: PUMPKIN SEEDS.
Pumpkin seeds are high in zinc, which is good for the prostate and building the immune system. They also contain fatty acids that kill parasites. Raw pumpkin seeds contain essential fatty acids and beneficial proteins. For maximum nutritional benefits, seeds should be eaten raw.
HEALTHY SNACKS UNDER 100 CALORIES.
Happy New Year! Feeling bloated and ready for a detox? Try these low calorie snacks to help you on the road to recovery. These nutritious snack ideas are a great way to get you back into healthy eating after the inevitable Christmas indulgence. Add these snacks into a healthy diet, will help you to feel […]
TOP TIPS FOR EATING OUT.
When eating out it is difficult to keep to healthy options. However, there is no reason you can’t continue to follow your healthy eating plan. Here are some top tips on how to stay on track and still enjoy meals out. Don’t arrive hungry Have a healthy snack before you arrive, making it less likely […]
FOOD FACT: SWEET POTATOES.
Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of carotenoid antioxidants. They contain calcium, are high in vitamins A and C and contain thiamine. Sweet potatoes are also high in sugar and therefore should be used sparingly. Sweet potatoes are not related to the potato nor the yam— they are actually a member of the morning glory […]
EXERCISE OF THE MONTH: DECEMBER.
TIPTOE PLIÉ SQUAT Benefits: Targets your inner thighs with a ballet-inspired move. Going on tiptoes also tones your calves, and strengthens your glutes. How to do it: Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, with your toes pointed out at 45°. Engage your core and hold your arms in front of your chest for […]
HOW MANY REST DAYS DO I NEED?
A common mistake of people new to exercising – and even among experienced exercisers – is to workout too hard, too often. Overtraining can effect your health. By not allowing for proper rest periods in your workout routine, it is far more likely that you don’t adhere to your exercise habit, due to feeling poorly, […]
FOOD FACT: KALE.
Kale eases lung congestion and is beneficial to the stomach, liver and immune system. It contains lutein and zeaxanthin, which protect the eyes from macular degeneration. It also contains indole-3-carbinol, which may protect against colon cancer. Kale is an excellent source of calcium, iron, vitamins A and C, and chlorophyll.