Archive for the ‘Healthy Recipes’ Category
Superfoods ‘not that complicated’
While many people opt for superfoods in a bid to lose weight fast, many think they are too complicated to understand and stay away. However, according to one expert, many people think using superfoods is a lot more complicated than it actually is. Dr Claire Kelly, owner of Indigo Herbs, noted that is it "really….
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Mediterranean diet ‘could be key to longevity’
Making your evening meal a Mediterranean one could help you to live longer, according to the results of a new study. Scientists at the University of Gothenburg got groups of 70-year-olds to eat foods rich in olive oil and other classic ingredients from countries like Cyprus over a long period of time. They found that….
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Cooking healthy recipes from scratch on Christmas Day ‘should cut salt intake’
Rather than stocking up on pre-cooked foods in time for Christmas Day, it could be a good idea to be prepared and look up healthy recipes to make from scratch yourself. Consensus Action on Salt & Health (Cash) warns that your annual festive meal may contain a whopping 15g of salt, more than twice the….
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Top tips for a healthy Christmas dinner
Everyone looks forward to their annual Christmas dinner, but it can be a bit or a worry if you've been slimming all year – isn't it really a calorie-fest? Actually, it doesn't have to be, so we've got some tips to help you make the most wonderful meal of the year lower in fat but….
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Honey in healthy recipes could give your body a boost
Adding honey to healthy recipes may help with your slimming regime, it has been suggested. The Daily Telegraph reports that Britain's Olympic canoeing hopefuls Jon Schofield, Liam Heath and Rachel Cawthorn have been advised to eat a spoonful of the natural product each night before they go to bed. Their nutritionists believe the fructose contained….
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More vitamin A could boost your night vision
Adding foods rich in vitamin A to your healthy recipes could help to boost your eyesight at night. This is according to Dr Sarah Schenker, a freelance nutritionist speaking on behalf of The Nutrition Society, who said some people simply find it difficult to adapt to low light levels, while others suffer from night blindness…..
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Protein at breakfast ‘could stop unhealthy cravings’
People looking for recipe ideas to help with their slimming might want to think about adding protein to their breakfasts. Nutritional therapist and yoga teacher Charlotte Watts from de-stressyourlife.com said that cravings for sweet and fatty foods can often start at this time of year because our bodies want to put on a layer of….
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Wholegrains might help you with slimming
We are often being told about the benefits of wholegrains, but now it appears that they could help you with slimming. According to a University of Rhode Island study, they encourage people to eat more slowly. The research looked at a group of fast and slow eaters and how different foods affected the speed at….
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Smoothies ‘should be natural and full of fruit’
People starting detox diets may be interested in some tips on how best to make smoothies. Nutritionist Fiona Kirk said it is cheaper to make them at home than to buy them from supermarkets, especially if you purchase fruit that has been reduced thanks to it being "slightly bashed". She recommended packing them full of….
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Recession could result in ‘need for weight loss tips’
Registered nutritionist Dr Carina Norris believes that people often turn to unhealthy foods in times of financial hardship – which can result in a growing need for weight loss tips. Dr Norris claims that people sometimes find it hard to stick to a healthy weight loss diet when they are strapped for cash, but believes….
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