5 HIGH PROTEIN BREAKFASTS Starting your day with a high-protein breakfast can be a game-changer for your overall health and hormonal balance. Protein helps stabilize blood sugar levels, reduce cravings, and promote satiety, which supports healthy weight management. It’s also crucial for producing key hormones like insulin, leptin, and ghrelin that regulate metabolism, appetite,…
LEEK AND ASPARAGUS SOUP This delightful recipe combines the subtle sweetness of leeks with the fresh, earthy flavors of asparagus to create a velvety, elegant soup that’s perfect for any season. Whether you’re looking for a light starter or a satisfying main course, this soup is sure to please your taste buds and…
CHIA PUDDING WITH SEARED PLUMS This Healthy Chia Pudding with Seared Plums is a delightful and nutritious treat that combines the creamy texture of chia seeds with the rich, caramelized flavour of seared plums. Chia seeds are a superfood, packed with omega-3 fatty acids, fibre, and protein, which help support heart health, digestion, and…
MEDITERRANEAN BUDDHA BOWL A mediterranean twist of the famous and versatile buddha bowl. This recipe combines the essence of the Mediterranean diet with the popular Buddha bowl concept, creating a harmonious blend of textures, colours, and tastes. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like crisp vegetables, protein-rich grains, and a medley of savoury and zesty flavours,…
RED BEANS & TOMATO STEW This is a warming, comforting stew, perfect for the winter months. The kidney beans provide protein and fibre, while the vegetables deliver a mix of vitamins and minerals to nourish the body. You can pair it with a slice of toasted bread or a fistful of grains, such…
OPTIMISING A VEGAN DIET: ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS TO CONSIDER Many people are joining the Veganuary this month, and if you are thinking to follow this diet long term you might want to pay attention to specific nutrients that might be more difficult to get while being vegan. The decision to embrace a vegan lifestyle…
LENTIL TABBOULEH Many people will look at recipes that contain legumes and beans and move away from them. Why? Although legumes and beans are known for being very healthy, they also produce intestinal gas. This is because they do contain a specific type of fibre called oligosaccharides that travel through the small intestine nearly…
CHOCOLATE ENERGY BALLS During the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle (the last half before bleeding) is very common to experience sweet cravings. This is because of the hormonal fluctuations, particularly around oestrogen and progesterone. During this phase, if you are suffering from PMS, is best to limit the consumption of high sugar foods,…
TOFU TIKKA SKEWERS Skewers are often a summer staple, with or without meat, but can be also cooked in the oven and enjoyed all year around. For this recipe I put an Indian spin and created a vegetarian version of the famous chicken tikka masala, but on a skewer. The spices used are turmeric,…
GREEN PEA GUACAMOLE How many ways you can make guacamole? Like hummus, the possibilities are endless. This time I wanted to add a source of protein to it, so when I dip my nachos, I have all 3 essential macronutrients (carbohydrates from nachos, protein from peas and fat from avocado). This is a great…