– My Mom does make the most gorgeous banana muffins. Here I modify things slightly to go gluten free. You can add the cocoa or leave it out. Your choice. The Recipe: Preheat oven to 180C/350F Ingredients: 2 eggs, beaten 2 large ripe bananas, mashed 3 tbsp pure maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla 3 tbsp […]
“If I have another egg and gluten free toast, I’m going to develop a blinky facial twitch!” This is how the conversation started with my friend and colleague Mandy Lehto (@mandylehto) the other day. She wanted to know other healthy breakfast options. Many came to mind and I share 6 of my favourites below. Avocado […]
At this time of year I start thinking about the beach! The sun on my face…..This is the one we visit every summer in Canada. I know I should live in the moment and mostly I try to but I feel lovely memories are great for us too. My beach longing took me back to […]
– Gosh I love a good peanut butter cookie! This is my modified recipe for a healthy option. I wanted to fine tune a traditional cookie recipe to be a little healthier. I have done this by using good quality, no sugar added nut butters and natural pure maple syrup. The cookies have a lot […]
I often hear people talking about only having pancakes on Shrove Tuesday. What a shame! Pancakes are a great meal for any time of the year. I have great childhood memories of my Dad and I being the first ones up early on a Saturday morning. He would make pancakes while I sat on the […]
– A guest recipe post by Anna Atkins of @lemonsqueezy – Sauteed Spinach with Shallots Notes from Anna: This tasty, quick and healthy side takes just 15 minutes to get to the table. Enjoy with meat or fish such as Anna’s Salmon in Citrus Sauce INGREDIENTS 200 g young leaf spinach 1 shallot 1 clove […]
– A guest recipe post by Anna Atkins of @lemonsqueezy – Salmon in Citrus Sauce – A yummy, quick healthy dish! Notes from Anna: A healthy, tasty dinner bursting with zingy flavours. Salmon is rich in the all important Omega 3 healthy fats, while the citrus fruit adds vitamin C and antioxidants. Flake any leftover […]
– Experts now know it is important to take in post workout nutrition to enhance recovery and future performance. Let’s keep it simple….. This post-workout green juice is fabulous for replenishing energy stores and rebuilding tissues because of the carbohydrate (natural sugars) from the apple and the protein of the hemp powder. The wheatgrass is […]
– Not feeling like going outside in the rain or snow? Use this simple indoor workout as an alternative. Use the stairs in your apartment or office building. Walk up 4-10 flights (dependent on availability), do a set of pressups, complete “on the spot lunges” (both sides) and finish with tricep dips. Do 2-5 reps […]
– Want a quick, yummy real food lunch? Try this “throw it in your bowl” option. Use spinach, smoked mackeral, olive oil, beetroot & leftover steamed peas & brocolli.