Vitamin D and The Immune System

Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin which helps regulate the amount of phosphate and calcium in the body. We need these nutrients to keep our teeth, bones and muscles healthy. Vitamin D helps give bone strength by increasing bone density. Lack of vitamin D will lead to bone deformities in children such as ricketsContinue reading “Vitamin D and The Immune System”

Eating on a Budget

Healthy food does not have to be expensive. While it is true that organic costs more you can still eat well without breaking the bank. It all depends on the choices you make and what you buy. Eating on a budget is possible and in the article I’ll help you discover how. Always buy seasonalContinue reading “Eating on a Budget”

Smoothies vs Juicing: Which One Is Better For You?

One question I often get asked by my clients is which is better for you? Smoothies or Juicing? Smoothies and juices are more popular than ever with everyone going on juice cleanses and detoxes. But which one is better for you? Both smoothies and juices offer benefits in different ways. Here I‘ll explain the differencesContinue reading “Smoothies vs Juicing: Which One Is Better For You?”

Gluten Free Pancakes Recipe

Everyone loves pancakes! These are simple, easy to make and healthy gluten free pancakes so you can have them without feeling guilty. Gluten Free Pancakes Recipe Ingredients Method Start by putting the flour, salt, baking powder in a bowl and whisk making sure all the ingredients mix well together. In a separate bowl mix theContinue reading “Gluten Free Pancakes Recipe”

8 Tips to Avoid Gaining Weight on Holiday

Going on holiday can always be tricky and lets be realistic, you are not going to be losing weight on vacation. However this does not mean that you have to put on an extra kilo or two or deprive yourself of the foods you love. It’s all about being sensible and indulging in moderation. IContinue reading “8 Tips to Avoid Gaining Weight on Holiday”

Why Diets do not Work

Most of my clients come to me to help them lose weight. I do not believe or like the word diet. I do not believe in diets. What I do believe in is healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle which is essential in preventing disease. When you are healthy and active you will have anContinue reading “Why Diets do not Work”

A beginner’s Guide to Meal Prepping

If you learn to become more organised in the kitchen and start planning and preparing all of your meals for you and your family ahead of time, life will no doubt become easier, especially if you have children. You come home late for work and you want to whip up a super quick, healthy butContinue reading “A beginner’s Guide to Meal Prepping”