Posts in “Recipes”
Don’t fear eggs- eggs don’t negatively affect cholesterol
Research has shown that eggs as part of a low carbohydrate diet can help you lose fat, improve cholesterol and decrease inflammation despite what folk law would have you believe. Research has shown that the macronutrient carbohydrate actually causes more inflammation, elevates triglyceride levels more profoundly and subsequently elevates bad LDL cholesterol. This becomes even […]
Read articleBreakfast eggs
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 Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the mushrooms and tomatoes […]
Read articleSnacks to eat on the go
Snacks to eat on the go Smashed bean dip- makes 4 portions 172 kcalories, protein 11g, carbohydrate 22g, fat 5 g, saturated fat 1g, fibre 6g, sugar 3g, salt 1.04 g Ingredients Process 400g can cannellini beans , rinsed and drained 400g can chickpeas , rinsed and drained juice 2 lemons , zest 1 2 garlic cloves , crushed 2 tsp […]
Read articleLow GI high protein meals
Low GI meals COLOUR CODING SCHEME Low Calorie Meal (weight loss) High Calorie Meal (weight gain) Sport Specific Meal (i.e. recovery) All meals fall under this catogory Macro-nutrient heavy (either carbohydrate/ protein or fats) Italian-style beef stew- serves 4 225 kcalories, protein 25g, carbohydrate 7g, fat 11 g, saturated fat 3g, […]
Read articleBreakfast Ideas
Breakfast Ideas NEW COLOUR CODING SCHEME Low Calorie Meal (weight loss) High Calorie Meal (weight gain) Sport Specific Meal (i.e. recovery) Macro-nutrient heavy (either carbohydrate/ protein or fats) Melon & crunchy bran pots- serves 1 272 calories, protein 13g, carbohydrate 34g, fat 9 g, saturated fat 2g, fibre 3g, […]
Read articleSatisfying & Tasty 200-400 calorie recipes!
This week ive decided to compile a series of recipes that range between 200 and 400 calories, these can serve as great meal ideas if your on a reduced calorie diet plan, they make great snacks or in between meals if your looking to gain weight and finally no matter what your goals their all […]
Read articleQUICK & HEALTHY RECIPES FROM MOTIVE8 NORTH!
In the last week, at the motive8 personal training studio Leeds, we have had lots of comments from our clients about how strapped for time they are and this often means they grab something on the go rather than make a healthy meal. Stop this at once! Here are some healthy meals which take less […]
Read articleHealthy Takeaway (made at home)
Tasty take-away made at home (so home-away) Super healthy salmon burgers (serves 4) 292 kcalories, protein 29g, carbohydrate 7g, fat 17 g, saturated fat 4g, fibre 0g, sugar 6g, salt 0.83 g Ingredients Process 4 salmon fillets (about 550g) 2tsbp thai red curry paste Thumb sized piece of fresh root ginger 1 tsp soy sauce […]
Read articleHealthy Meals For One!
Now, we often hear from clients that they aren’t motivated to cook healthy food if they live by themselves, but this should never be an excuse. Make larger portions and freeze them for those times when you get back from a workout ravenous but not in the mood to cook, a much better and healthier […]
Read articleVery Healthy Lunches
Healthy lunch ideas Superhealthy salmon burgers (serves 4) 292 kcalories, protein 29g, carbohydrate 7g, fat 17 g, saturated fat 4g, fibre 0g, sugar 6g, salt 0.83 g Ingredients Process 4 boneless, skinless salmon fillets , about 550g/1lb 4oz in total, cut into chunks 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste thumb-size piece fresh root ginger , grated 1 tsp soy […]
Read articleBeing A Healthy Vegan
Being Vegan is still a bit of a mystery to some people, with many people believing that you can’t lead a healthy diet and get enough protein especially for those Vegans who train on a regular basis. Here is a blog from Motive8 North’s very own Kate Halsall about her experience of being a Vegan… I’ve […]
Read articleQuick & Easy Healthy Meals….No Excuses for Eating Rubbish!!
Quick and easy lunches Protein-Packed Tuna Pasta Serves 5 Ingredients Process 150g/5oz wholegrain pasta, cooked according to packet instructions (to al dente) and drained 150g/5oz olives, chopped 150g/5oz canned tuna, drained 75g/2½oz parmesan, grated 2 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp chopped fresh flatleaf parsley For the salad 3 carrots, grated 1 cucumber, seeds removed and grated 2 tomatoes, chopped Place the […]
Read articleAmazing Steak!!
So last week we went with vegetarian dishes, this week ive decided to go for some epic steak recipes! For all of you that know me my meat box in my car is a big part of my life and here’s why red meat in particular is so good for you! Conjugates Linoleic Acid (CLA)- […]
Read articleEgg-cellent Vegi Breakfasts!
Vegetarian Breakfasts/ Brunches Mexican sweetcorn pancakes, poached eggs and salsa Serves 2 Ingredients Process For the sweetcorn pancakes · 100g/3½oz plain flour · 1 tsp baking powder · 1 free-range egg · 150ml/5fl oz whole milk · salt and freshly ground black pepper · 1 corn on the cob, kernels only · 1 tbsp vegetable […]
Read articleHealthy Seasonal Recipes…..Ready, Steady Cook!!
Seasonal Meals Summer Vegetable Tagliatelle (serves 4) INGREDIENTS PREPARATION 450g mixed seasonal veg eg green beans, asparagus, peas, broccoli, broad beans 1 tbsp Olive Oil 400g Tagliatelle (can replace this with wholemeal pasta or noodles) 1 lemon 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard 3 tsps chopped chives Prepare the vegetables accordingly i.e. slice […]
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