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Nutty Mushrooms on Toast

Nutty Mushrooms on Toast

The gut thrives on a variety of foods – each one provides different nutrients and different bacteria, so starting your day with these pimped-up mushrooms on toast is the perfect way to support your gut health.

And at only 640 calories, the nutty mushrooms on toast is also kind to your waistline.

Milk Alternatives

Milk Alternatives

Plant-based milks are so popular that shoppers spent £100 million more in 2020 on alternative milks. Almost a third of adults are now buying plant-based milks and for the under-35’s the figure rose to 38%. This has been fuelled by environmental and health concerns and the pandemic where eating vegan or plant-based foods became more appealing.

The Swedish brand ‘Oatly’ is now listed on the US stock market. Since the 1950’s, consumption of cow’s milk has fallen by 50%.

In this article, we look at the different types of plant-based drinks and the pros and cons of consuming these milk alternatives and the environmental and health considerations.

Menopause and Exercise

Menopause and Exercise

On average, a third of a woman’s life will be beyond the menopause. Exercise may help to reduce menopausal symptoms through maintaining a healthy weight, building muscle mass to protect bones and joints, reducing the risk of serious disease, improving wellbeing, improving sleep patterns, improving mobility and helping to reduce stress.
Find someone to workout with or find an activity you enjoy and add in resistance training.

Pre-workout and steroid use amongst younger gym-goers

Pre-workout and steroid use amongst younger gym-goers

Steroids and pre-workout supplementation is rampant among fitness influencers, trainers and bodybuilders. Most use in secret, claiming their gains come from workouts and diet plans.

But this unhealthy dangerous trend is prevalent among young gym-goers. Parents and coaches are increasingly worried about the ease at which these dangerous supplements can be purchased online.

How does anabolic steroid and pre-workout use affect your body? What are the natural healthy alternatives? And how to spot if your son, daughter or friend is taking them?

Mindfulness and Fitness

Mindfulness and Fitness

Where’s your mind at when you’re exercising? Do you rely on music or tv? There’s some interesting research suggesting that distracting techniques whilst exercising can inhibit our performance and technique and can even cause injury. Mindfulness is about being present in the moment and strengthening the mind-muscle connection. So, how does it work? Read on.

BUILDING HEALTHY HABITS

BUILDING HEALTHY HABITS

Building healthy habits is based on a remarkable book that effectively conveys how small (atomic) changes to ones daily routine can yield unprecedented results in the long run. Tony explains the workings of human behaviour, discussing ground‑breaking topics on human behavioural based on the best selling book, Atomic Habits by James Clear.

Quick Vibrant Tuna and Chickpea Salad

Quick Vibrant Tuna and Chickpea Salad

Wholesome, satiating, fresh and delicious, this salad from Cinnamon and Bluebells can be prepared simply and quickly. Apart from being highly nutritious, it tastes amazing with varying textures and flavours.
The salad will keep you full and happy till your next meal. Full of protein and micronutrients to nourish your body.

ROLE OF IRON

ROLE OF IRON

Iron is a mineral that the body needs for growth and development. The body uses iron to produce haemoglobin and myoglobin to provide oxygen to the body. Iron is also needed to make some hormones.
However, iron deficiency is one of the most common deficiencies in the world. Read on to understand the role of iron and how to absorb iron from food by eating the right foods and avoiding foods and drinks that inhibit absorption.

High Protein Bean, Avocado & Spinach Wrap

High Protein Bean, Avocado & Spinach Wrap

Sometimes we are after a quick nourishing meal to replenish our energy and keep us going. This simple yet wonderful veggie wrap created by Cinnamon and Bluebells takes less than 10 minutes to prepare.
Made with wholesome ingredients, packed full of protein, fibre and numerous other nutrients. It will hit the spot, please your tastebuds and leave you satisfied and restored.

PROTEIN FOODS

PROTEIN FOODS

Increasing your protein intake can lead to increased muscle mass and increased metabolism as well as other benefits.
What’s more, it’s not a restrictive eating method, which means it’s sustainable.
In this article, a list of natural healthy protein foods are listed with the nutritional values and the reasons why these foods are an important component in your diet.

Blueberry Protein Porridge

Blueberry Protein Porridge

This quick porridge protein mix is a great way to break your fast and set you up for the day.

Packed with 40g of protein, 42g of carbohydrates and 20g of fats, this balanced breakfast will energise you till your next meal.

Macronutrients

Macronutrients

Macronutrients are the three nutrients we need to consume to sustain life. The three nutrients are carbohydrates, fats and protein.

But what is the correct ratio? Should you change the ratio for weight loss? What about calories? Does exercise change your ratio?

We look at the Government Dietary Recommendations and compare them with our recommended ratio to kickstart your weight loss goals for Spring.