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10 Common food mistakes
We all try our best to eat well (i.e. healthy) most of the time, but did you know there are some common mistakes that most of us are making? I know I fell for the first one! Read on – these are easy to fix mistakes so don’t beat yourself up! 1 – Eating whole…
Read MoreWhy alcohol moderation is more important than you may realise
When it comes to alcohol, moderation is more important than you may realise. Women are statistically more likely to overindulge and suffer the consequences of excessive alcohol consumption these days. It can lead to more than a hangover – weight gain, fatty liver disease, heart disease, disrupted sleep… the list goes on. In Australia where…
Read MoreRaw Carrot Bliss Balls
I LOVE these and if you are a fan of carrot cake I’m confident you’ll enjoy this recipe. 1 cup cashews 3/4 cup oats 1/2 cup dates 1 tbs vanilla protein powder 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground ginger Blitz in a food processor to form a crumbly dough. Add a finely grated carrot and…
Read MoreCore issues
Core control, engage your core, weak core… Argh! What do all of these terms mean? Why do I need control over my core? How do I strengthen it??? Sound familiar? Read on! So, what exactly is the Core? Many people think core refers to the abdominal (aka tummy) muscles, but it’s much more than that.…
Read Morein sickness and in health… or not?
So, the dreaded lurgy has caught up with you! Do you hit the gym to “sweat it out” or stay home? Read on to help you decide what to do next time a cold or flu hits you. A quick overview of the immune system: This is the hard working part of the body that…
Read More5 steps to loving yourself
Be kind to yourself With the end of the year and all it’s inherent craziness looming, now is a good time to remind ourselves to take time out and look after no. 1. I know this might sound self centred and selfish, but if you don’t feel well, get sick or just overwhelmed, you’re no…
Read MoreGoodnight, sleep tight
After having children I’ve come to understand why sleep deprivation is used as a torture technique. I’m horrible without enough sleep! Fortunately, I generally sleep very well. If you struggle to get a good night’s rest, here are a few foods you might want to avoid: Dark Chocolate Whilst dark chocolate is a better option…
Read MoreHow to modify Plank
You are in your favourite exercise class, the instructor tells you to get into plank position. You know that you have pelvic floor dysfunction or risk of dysfunction or it makes you feel like you need to go to the bathroom. What do you do? Don’t feel obliged to do all the exercises that the…
Read MoreSummer Health Kick
Summer time – think summer frocks, swimmers, shorts. If these words leave you filled with dread, read on. Before you go rushing off to start some radical new fad diet, stop and consider this: All diets work…. if you stick to them!! Unless you have a medical condition, allergies or other reason that you can…
Read MoreTop 10 Healthy Snacks
When you’re looking for a mid-morning or afternoon snack, you should be aiming for about 400 kJ or 100 cal. Snack packs are tasty, convenient, and portioned for calorie counters. But do they have any nutritional value? Give these treats a try instead – here’s my pick of the top 10. Stash them in your…
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