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Eat healthy – looking good
Oct 16th
No time, no mood, too complicated? These excuses don’t apply anymore. With these expert tips, eating healthy gets easier.
Indulgence without regret
The 80/20 rules – If you eat 80% of this healthy foodstuff which consists of fruits, vegetables, wheat and low fat milk products, then you can enjoy eating other higher calories food without the guilt.
Do not skip breakfast
Eat your breakfast everyday i.e. the best is a fresh seasonal fruit with homemade muesli. Another best choice is fruit salad with yoghurt and corns.
The power of herbs and spices
Use fresh herbs like estragon, basil, mint, thyme without seasoning with less fat and sugar.
Water, water, water
We hear this too often. Always have a bottle of water in your handbag or on your table. 2l of water taken throughout the day is compulsory.
Shakes are better than snacks
Try a fruit shake or juice which is full of vitamin with low fat yoghurt using a mixer and drink straightaway.
No more eating after 8 pm
Have early dinner around 6 pm and just before 8pm, just have a light vegetable meal to eat, this way the body can better digest the food that goes into your system. Having a heavy meal late at night will make the body work more when it should be resting.
What your eating habit tells about you
Jun 1st
1. You’re a heart-healthy eater if…
* You limit fat intake by trimming fat off meat and using low fat dairy.
* You eat two to three servings of vegetables daily.
* You eat four or fewer servings of carb (rice, potatoes) and alternatives a day.
* You limit sweets and desserts but still eat them in small amounts.
Your risk of heart disease is lower than most people, thanks to your love of vegetables, fruit, lean meat and fish. However, you should eat more foods rich in high-fibre carbs, unsaturated fat and protein from plant sources (beans and legumes).
2. You’re a high-fat eater if…
* You like foods rich in animal fat – red meat and full cream milk.
* You like vegetables with plenty of sauce and dressing.
* You avoid adding sugar to foods, but have a sweet tooth.
* You often use butter of jam when you eat bread.
Meat, sauces, butter, full-fat dairy, sweets – you’ll only feel satisfied after a rich, tasty meal. Your conscience makes you choose low-fat foods once in a while but you still end up More >
Satisfy your cravings with healthy snacks and low on calories
Apr 28th
If you always fall into a yo-yo diet, it’s about time to concentrate on your food and how you take them. In case hunger strikes during the night, instead of taking those chocolate bars, why not grab or prepare yourself some healthy snacks. They are easy to make too.
Here are 6 healthy snacks for you to try at home and they are all under 200 calories.
Fruit and nut mix – combine 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots, 1 tbsp each golden and dark raisins and 1 tbsp toasted almond silvers for a mineral-rich office healthy snack.
Veggie sticks and salsa – Cut 1 large carrot and 1 stalk celery into long sticks. Serve with 1/2 cup vegetable dip salsa.
Easy smoothie – Blend 1/2 banana, 1 cup vanilla soy milk and 1/2 cup strawberries for a quick pick-me-up.
Fruit sundae – Combine 1/2 cup mango slices, 1/2 cup berries and 1 tbsp low-fat yoghurt for a calcium and vitamin C boost.
Yoghurt fix - Sprinkle 1 tbsp granola or muesli over 1 scoop low-fat yoghurt. Drizzle with 1 tsp honey as a wake-me-up bite.
Popcorn delight – Three cups air-popped popcorn seasoned with 1 tbsp salt will fill your rumbling tummy.
