In celebration of Valentines Day, I thought I’d treat my loved ones to these delicious yet guilt-free pancakes. Perfect for any breakfast-lover without jeopardizing your diet. Combining egg whites and oatmeal provides the perfect balance of protein and slow digesting carbs to fuel your day. Get creative with your toppings: maple syrup; nut butters; greek yoghurt and berries for the sweet … [Read more...]
Don’t forget your breakfast (skippers take note!)
It’s no myth that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. I personally can’t function without breakfast to refuel after an overnight fast, to beat my cranky morning mood and to help me concentrate. So what’s all the hype about breakfast? Here are four good reasons: 1. Energy: Breakfast ‘breaks the overnight fast’, restoring blood glucose levels to refuel our body with energy. … [Read more...]
Easy five-a-day: vegetable medley
Green vegetables are packed with vitamins, minerals and disease-fighting phytochemicals. They are also rich in fibre - an important nutrient for weight loss and maintenance. Ingredients 1 cup white cauliflower florets 1 cup green cauliflower or broccoli 1 cup green beans cut into 1 inch pieces 1 cup green peas 1 cup sliced button mushrooms 1 teaspoon cumin seeds (high in iron, … [Read more...]