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December 1, 2016
Instead of a rich mayonnaise dressing, try this Tuna Rice Salad with a homemade dressing. Wonderfully refreshing and healthy. Perfect for the upcoming summer!
November 29, 2016
If you are overweight or obese and have diabetes, losing weight can help improve insulin resistance and give you better sugar control. The weight loss that will help you see a difference needs to be approximately 5 to 7 % of your actual body weight. For example, if you weigh 110 kg, you would need to lose between 5.5 – 8 kg before you see any benefits.
November 25, 2016
Whether you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, or if you are at risk for diabetes, having exercise as a part of your lifestyle will certainly improve your condition and reduce complications.
November 24, 2016
Since one of the many benefits of fiber includes controlling blood sugar levels in people with diabetes, it seemed fitting to post an article about it during diabetes awareness month.
November 16, 2016
So why do you find yourself craving more sugar after eating food and drinks high in sugar? This is because sugar activates the brain's reward system. The reward system is a series of clinical pathways which entices you to want more.
November 15, 2016
Since dietary management of diabetes is mostly centered around sugar, I will be including a few posts on this topic this month. Sugar is found in many of our foods. It is one of the body’s main energy sources so we need to include some sugar as a part of a healthy, well balanced diet.
November 11, 2016
Here’s a quick and easy lunch or dinner choice for a busy day. Wonderfully refreshing and healthy. Perfect for the upcoming summer!
November 11, 2016
November marks Diabetes awareness month so it seemed like a perfect opportunity to post on this topic. People diagnosed with diabetes are often told to be on a “diabetic diet”. But the dietary management of diabetes is the same as managing a healthy body weight so it seems unnecessary to give it an exclusive name and single out diabetes.
November 2, 2016
Nothing is more frustrating than seeing someone eat piles of food like a growing child and not gain a kilogram, whereas you treat yourself to a tiny indulgence and it shows up on the scale.
February 18, 2018
Western diets are typically low in omega 3 fats (which are anti-inflammatory) and higher in omega 6 fats (which are pro-inflammatory). Omega 3 fats are essential for baby’s brain development. It is recommended that pregnant women consume 2-3 servings (225-340g) of low mercury fish per week during pregnancy. This includes includes tuna, salmon, sardines and pilchards.
February 1, 2018
An easy chicken meal prep dish to get you through the work week! This recipe serves 5
January 23, 2018
Chickpeas are a very affordable source of protein and this can recipe can help you get a burger in even on Meatless Monday!
December 22, 2017
Everybody must love that vibrant pink watermelon colour in the summer, right? Here’s a way to include it in a smoothie.
December 20, 2017
Enjoy this healthy & refreshing Avocado salad
December 15, 2017
If it’s a beautiful sunny day and you’re chilling at the pool or on the beach, why not enjoy a healthier version of an ice cream? Give these frozen lollies a try, the kids will love them!
December 11, 2017
It’s summer time and mangoes are in season! Here’s a recipe for a super easy smoothie that can be used as an easy breakfast or a high protein and energy snack option.
November 24, 2017
Here is an easy recipe to make as a dessert option that includes fruit but will still maintain good sugar levels.
November 17, 2017
You don't need to spend time chopping vegetables for this recipe, so it's great when you need a quick meal.