Eating out: planning for the unexpected
Eating out can be a major diet no-no, especially when you’re faced with delicious but unhealthy menu choices. It’s important that you apply a few basic principles so that you don’t go home after a...
View ArticleTurning over a new leaf…
Here are some tips to help you stay focused and on track We all have our vices. Make sure you know which one is yours and if it’s related to food or drinks, the best way to ensure that you … Continue...
View ArticleFinding the right balance…
When it comes to weight loss, the trick is to find a balance that works for you. The easiest way to lose weight is to reduce your intake of food (‘calories in’), while at the same time increasing your...
View Article“Detox” your kitchen
Fighting an endless battle against the crisps and chocolates in your kitchen cupboard? Tempted around every corner by indulgent foods in your fridge?Use these practical ideas to rid your home off the...
View ArticleShape up in record time
Have you been ignoring the tighter feel of your favourite pair of jeans for months? Fear not: whatever your workout style, you can improve your shape in as little as four to eight weeks.What to expect...
View ArticleAdd some spice to your menu
Eating healthy is everything but tasteless. Indulge in a bit of Indian-style cooking with this mouth-watering – and easy to make – eggplant Bhurta.Aubergine smasher (Bhaante ka Bhurta) Ingredients 1...
View ArticleCan exercise boost your immune system?
Life’s more fun when you move. But now there’s another reason why regular exercise is good for you: it can boost your immune system. More and more research is finding a link between moderate, regular...
View ArticleAnti-what exactly?
I enthusiastically did an early morning 24 class this week – you know the one where you do 24 different strength moves in 24 minutes with some jumping jacks in between?It’s such a great class, but...
View ArticleWorld Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day takes place on the 14th November every year. Why? It’s the day Frederick Banting was born. He, together with Charles Best, discovered Insulin (the hormone which helps to lower blood...
View ArticleSmart food choices, every day
If you’re trying to lose weight, it’s important to know what to avoid and what to get more of. For instance, you can eat as many ‘free vegetables’ as you like, but you should probably steer clear of...
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