Posts in “Low Fat”
Body Shape and Training
While it is true that not all humans were born the same, as humans we can all achieve similar ends results, however depending on your body type you will have to train at different intensity and for different duration’s, see which picture fits your body shape the best and jump to the section below: Ectomorphs: Characterized by long […]
Read articleWinter dishes in spring
Pumpkin stew with sour cream Serves 4 Ingredients Process 40g/1½oz b utter 2 onions, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 1 stick celery, chopped 3 sprigs rosemary 2 bay leaves 1 clove garlic, chopped 400g lentils 1.2litres/2pints 2fl oz vegetable stock 600g/1lb 5oz assorted pumpkin or squash (total chopped weight) small bunch parsley, chopped 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 4 tbsp sour cream In a large pan melt […]
Read articleHealthy Spring/ Summer dishes
Thai coconut crumbed chicken traybake (serves 4) 414 kcalories, protein 38g, carbohydrate 32g, fat 15 g, saturated fat 7g, fibre 8g, sugar 14g, salt 0.9 g Ingredients Process 1 butternut squash , peeled, deseeded and cubed 1 large aubergine , cubed 1 tbsp rapeseed oil 3 tbsp desiccated coconut 4 tbsp fresh breadcrumbs 4 skinless chicken breasts 1 egg , […]
Read articleThe health benefits of Zinc- why you should be eating a diet rich in this amazing micronutrient
The health benefits of Zinc- why you should be eating a diet rich in this amazing micronutrient Zinc is so important because its found in every tissue of the body and is directly involved in cell division, its a powerful antioxidant and is directly involved in proper endocrine function and therefore the maintenance of hormone […]
Read articleDairy free breakfast/ snack dishes
Asparagus soldiers with a soft-boiled egg (serves 4) 186 kcalories, protein 12g, carbohydrate 12g, fat 10 g, saturated fat 2g, fibre 2g, sugar 3g, salt 0.72 g Ingredients Process 1 tbsp olive oil 50g fine dry breadcrumbs pinch each chilli and paprika 16-20 asparagus spears 4 eggs Heat the oil in a pan, add the breadcrumbs, then fry […]
Read articleLow GI breakfasts
Veggie breakfast bakes (serves 4) 127 kcalories, protein 9g, carbohydrate 5g, fat 8 g, saturated fat 2g, fibre 3g, sugar 5g, salt 0.4 g Ingredients Process 4 large field mushrooms 8 tomatoes , halved 1 garlic clove , thinly sliced 2 tsp olive oil 200g bag spinach 4 eggs 1. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the mushrooms and tomatoes […]
Read articleBeetroot recipes
Warm mackerel & beetroot salad (serves 4) 645 kcalories, protein 24g, carbohydrate 29g, fat 49 g, saturated fat 3g, fibre 3g, sugar 11g, salt 2.37 g Ingredients Process 450g new potatoes , cut into bite-size pieces 3 smoked mackerel fillets, skinned 250g pack cooked beetroot 100g bag mixed salad leaves 2 celery sticks, finely sliced 50g walnut pieces 1. Boil the […]
Read articleHealthy dinner party recipes
Thai squash & pineapple curry (serves 4) 172 kcalories, protein 4g, carbohydrate 20g, fat 9 g, saturated fat 5g, fibre 3g, salt 0.5 g Ingredients Process 1 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil 1 onion , chopped 4 tsp Thai red curry paste medium butternut squash (about 500g/1lb 2oz) peeled, deseeded and cut into chunks ½ x 400ml […]
Read articleGluten free super tasty lunches
Salmon with new potato & corn salad & basil dressing (serves 4) Per serving- 434 kcalories, protein 30g, carbohydrate 28g, fat 24 g, saturated fat 4g, fibre 3g, sugar 5g, salt 0.42 g Ingredients Process 400g baby new potatoes 2 sweet corncobs 4 skinless salmon fillets 2 very large tomatoes , like beefsteak 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 2 […]
Read articleCalorie Cycling, Is it any good?
The recent buzz in the fitness world has been the notion of cycling calories, whether this is effective or not as a means of loosing unnecessary fat is uncertain. Here is what the theory suggests; regular dieting teaches our bodies to need fewer calories, this means that after a long term calorie deficit the instance […]
Read articleHealthy protein packed snacks to help the mid afternoon slump
Protein Ball Recipe (makes 25) Great after a workout, around 186 calories per ball packed with protein and good fats!!! Ingredients Process 80g 1/2 cup of almonds 80g/1/2 cup of walnuts 80g/1/2 cup of hazelnuts 40g 1/4 cup of pumpkins seeds 40g 1/4 cup of flaxseed (linseeds) 40g 1/4 cup of chia seeds 40g 1/4 cup […]
Read articleSome little tips to help burn fat.
Often people ask me why their friend who eats the same as then is skinnier, or how come some people have to work so much harder for the same results, sure genetics plays a part, however you would be surprised at how subtle changes in your lifestyle effect the amount of body fat you store. […]
Read articleSnack Ideas- Dips for work or on the go, just add you fave veg!
Lemon & coriander houmous (serves 6) 179 kcalories, protein 7g, carbohydrate 13g, fat 11 g, saturated fat 2g, fibre 6g, sugar 1g, salt 0.12 g Ingredients Process 2 x 400g cans chickpeas in water, drained 2 fat garlic cloves , roughly chopped 3 tbsp Greek yogurt 3 tbsp tahini paste 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil , plus extra zest […]
Read articleLeftover Christmas day food ideas (healthy boxing day meals)
Leftover turkey casserole (SERVES 4) 411 kcalories, protein 39g, carbohydrate 34g, fat 13 g, saturated fat 3g, fibre 4g, sugar 18g, salt 0.8 g Ingredients Process 2 onions , finely chopped 1 eating apple , cored and chopped 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp dried sage , or 5 sage leaves, chopped 2 tbsp plain flour 300ml vegetable or chicken stock 2 […]
Read articleChicken ideas For winter
Middle Eastern chicken & apricot stew (serves 4) 295 kcalories, protein 41.6g, carbohydrate 28.3g, fat 2.5 g, saturated fat 0.6g, fibre 3.6g, salt 0.29 g Ingredients Process olive oil 1 large onion , chopped 1 tbsp root ginger , grated 2 garlic cloves , chopped 4 skinless chicken breasts , cut into chunks 2 tsp baharat or ras-el-hanout spice blend (look for Bart […]
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