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Signs you are Not Getting Enough Protein

There are lots of misconceptions around protein and what makes up ‘enough’. Gone are the days when meat was our primary source. With vegetarian, vegan and raw diets very much a part of our lifestyles, it’s important to know you are eating enough protein and from the right sources. Once women hit 40, we startContinue reading “Signs you are Not Getting Enough Protein”

Ways to Overcome the Afternoon Slump

Feeling tired in the afternoon and reaching for sugary snacks? Perhaps wondering if you can get away with one more coffee to keep you going? If you can relate and you often feel tired in the afternoons, wondering how you are going to get your work done, then this article is for you. Many of us getContinue reading “Ways to Overcome the Afternoon Slump”

Hair Loss and Thinning

Is your hair thinning or are you experiencing higher than average hair loss? Our hair is constantly rejuvenating itself and we normally loose between 50-100 hairs a day. When we think of hair loss, we usually associate it with men as many become bald or experience some hair loss as they get older. However, hairContinue reading “Hair Loss and Thinning”

6 Post Work Out Meals

It is so Important to fuel your body correctly when exerting. I see far too many women starve themselves and this is not healthy. When you have spent time doing rigorous exercise you release free radicals which damage the body making you age. It is therefore important that you nourish your body with plenty ofContinue reading “6 Post Work Out Meals”

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”

Banana and Date Power Smoothie

This smoothie is so divine. It tastes like a chocolate milkshake. It is perfect for when I am craving something sweet. Ingredients 1 banana 3 dates 1 cup of almond milk 1 tablespoon of raw cacao powder 1 tablespoon of cashew butter (you can also use almond butter) 1 scoop of Sunwarrior vegan protein powderContinue reading “Banana and Date Power Smoothie”

Mango and Avocado Smoothie

Smoothies are great for those days when you are in a hurry as they are super quick to prepare. You just throw all your ingredients into a blender and you have a smoothie ready in no time. This particular smoothie is very creamy and delicious. The avocado gives this smoothie its creamy texture and theContinue reading “Mango and Avocado Smoothie”