Soups to keep you feeling full!
In the cooler months soups can be a great way to warm up. Here are some soup recipes that are high in protein so they’ll fill you up for longer. Broccoli Soup: Takes: 20 mins Serves: 3 Ingredients 1 clove of garlic 2 sticks of celery 400 g broccoli ½ a bunch of fresh mint […]
Marvellous Mushroom Recipes!
Marvellous Mushroom Recipes Did you know that mushrooms contain vitamin D. Most vitamin D in our bodies is made in our skin when we go out into the sunlight but mushrooms are one of the few foods sources of vitamin D. Try out some of these mushroom recipes to get a little more vitamin D […]
A day on a plate of a Dietitian
A day on a plate of a Dietitian I work every day with people who are trying to change their eating to improve their health, feel more energy and manage hunger and cravings. I love to offer people time saving tips, places to look for recipes and ways to make sure their food is nutritious […]
Magnesium- what is it and how can I get enough in my diet?
What is Magnesium? Magnesium is a mineral that you need every day for good health. Magnesium helps you take energy from food and make new proteins. It is also an important part of your bones, and helps keep your muscles and nerves healthy. Some people find that magnesium-rich foods or supplements help to reduce their cramping […]
Recipes for the sweet tooth
After the excesses of the festive season, guilt-free desserts and snacks are top of mind. We turned to our dietitian Cassandra Stuchberry for some healthy sweets to indulge that sweet tooth over the festive season! From skinnytaste.com and endorsed by our in house dietitian Cassandra Coconut Lime Raspberry Chia Pudding Serves 2 Ingredients: 1 cup […]
Healthy Breakfast Options
Looking for something yummy to mix up your breakfast routine but also want something healthy? We have you covered with these dietitian endorsed recipes below. AVOCADO TOAST WITH LEMON AND KALE TOTAL TIME: 15 minutes Serves 2-4 INGREDIENTS: 1 cup shredded kale (no stems) 1/2 lemon 1 teaspoon olive oil 4 slices multigrain bread 1 small […]
Nutrition and healthy eating for a new Mum
The arrival of your new baby is extremely exciting and stressful as it requires you to make a lot of adjustments. It is common that new mums and dads experience appetite disturbances, where they may feel disinterested in food. This is often caused by sleep disturbances. Your diet gives you the energy you need during […]
Warm up with a hearty bowl of Bean and Kale soup
Recipe adapted from Good Taste magazine via Body & Soul Serves 4 (prep 20 mins + 8 hours soaking time, cooking 1 hr 20) 1 cup dried beans – any type; black beans or borlotti work well 1 tbs olive oil 1 large brown onion finely chopped 2 carrots finely chopped 2 celery sticks finely […]
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a group of fat-soluble secosteroids. In humans, vitamin D is unique because it can be ingested and because the body can also synthesize it (from cholesterol) when sun exposure is adequate (hence its nickname, the “sunshine vitamin”). Although vitamin D is commonly called a vitamin, it is not actually an essential dietary […]
Sports Nutrition 101 – Beach Volleyball
Healthy eating is the back bone of a fit and trim volleyball player. A diet which is high in carbohydrate and protein is important to maintain strength and agility throughout the day. Every player will have individual requirements and these will be determined by frequency of training and playing, the weather conditions and the size […]