recipes

Ingredients To make 8 ounces of jam, you simple need: (simply reduce the ingredients by half if you'd prefer to try only 4 ounces initially): 225 grams (8 oz) frozen strawberries 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup (or coconut nectar or honey - best not to use the more...

Regardless of your fitness routine and your fitness goals, it’s important to understand the need to fuel and hydrate appropriately before, during and after your exercise regime.  For example, if building up muscle is your goal, then protein is important to support...

Commercial granolas can be loaded with sugar and low-quality ingredients. As with most food, not all granolas are created equal! It is actually so easy, and economical, to make your own at home; it will last for up to 3 weeks and you can vary ingredients according to...

Now that we are ditching our sports, energy and soft drinks we’re in need of healthier options. (You’ve seen my post on “worth the tears” regarding 100PLUS and other energy drinks?)  Here are some ideas on what to use during sports and exercise; 1) For moderately...

These tasty squares are a great way to get kids to eat extra veggies. As they are nut-free, they are perfect for school lunch boxes. The carrot and zucchini (courgette) give a lovely moist texture, while providing substantial amounts of vitamin A (good for kids night...

 These healthy little bites (or big, depending on how you size them) have both a chewy and crunchy texture, so make for a very satisfying healthy snack. No refined sugar or oils are used and they can be made gluten-free by using oats free of gluten.   Ingredients...

Need a break from your morning oatmeal? This is a welcome satisfying change, which is so creamy, rich and full of sweetness, and also works great as a dessert. Serves 4   Ingredients 1 cup Thai Black Rice, soaked overnight 1.5 litres low fat unsweetened coconut milk 3...