Picture this: the holidays are approaching, there’s festive excitement in the air. You’re looking forward to gatherings, delicious food, and reconnecting with loved ones. But alongside that joy, there’s a familiar worry creeping in - concerns about what you’ll eat, how you’ll look, and how to manage it all. There’s even the urge to go on a strict health reset come January. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. So instead of dreading the festivities, explore these five practical ways to navigate holiday eating with more peace, flexibility, and joy.
Read MoreCrispy meringue, ooey gooey marshmallow and sweet yet tangy passionfruit with mango all engulfed in white chocolate, our Summer Pavlova Rocky Road is one to savour. We created this recipe to capture the essence of Summer with a boost of gut-friendly ingredients. Yep, the pistachios, macadamias and dried mango are all full of fibre and prebiotics to nourish your gut bugs. This recipe is proof that festive delights can be both delicious and nutritious.
Read MoreHow many times have you told yourself “my diet starts tomorrow”? Leading into the New Year, everyone is talking about starting a diet in January. But here’s the catch: planning an intense diet in the near future (without support to make it sustainable!) can trigger out of control eating for some of us. It’s called The Last Supper Effect.
Read MoreThere’s something about sharing delicious dishes across your dining table with family and friends that makes eating so much more pleasurable. Like this juicy ezme salad and creamy hummus we made with Chef Tom Walton to celebrate National Nutrition Week . Believe it or not, both dishes count towards your vegetable intake for the day. Who said healthy eating can’t be tasty.
Read MoreDo you find it hard to avoid going “all out” in the festive period between Christmas and New Year’s? Are you prone to telling yourself “I’ll get back on track in January”? Whilst it’s important to enjoy the holidays, finding balance between health and festive fun is important to avoid swinging between restriction and overeating heading into the new year. So, here are four tips to inject a little more balance.
Read MoreDo you need a simple holiday recipe that bursts flavour and nutrition? Look no further than our easy fish skewers that marry zesty lemon with the perfection concoction of herbs. We chose barramundi and salmon for their winning omega 3 fat content. Not only delicious, these skewers will benefit your heart health, reduce inflammation and boost your mood - happy summer cooking!
Read MoreThe silly season is finally here. Whilst it’s time to wrap up the year and truly enjoy time with friends and family, the festive season can ignite stress and anxiety around maintaining healthy habits. We don’t believe in “health habits” that leave you feeling like you are missing out on holiday fun. So, here are five realistic tips to take into account.
Read MoreA whole new way to celebrate feta, our Ricotta and Feta Dip is a creamy calcium-rich companion for crudités, crackers, crusty sourdough and more. Each serve delivers the same amount of calcium as a small glass of milk for strong bones and teeth, healthy muscle contractions and a regular heart beat. With extra virgin olive oil, almonds and pistachios whipped through, this dip is brimming with flavour, crunch, antioxidants and heart healthy fats.
Read MoreThis Ottolenghi-inspired Cauliflower Salad is packed full of colour, fibre, antioxidants and most importantly, flavour! The addition of hazelnuts and pomegranate not only provide an exciting range of crunchy and juicy textures, but also a prebiotic punch to keep your gut happy and healthy. Bring this salad to your next family gathering or pair it with your favourite protein and carbohydrate for a complete meal.
Read MoreNeed some inspiration on how to use up any leftover gingerbread after Christmas day? Try out our simple and delicious gingerbread parfait as a quick breakfast or satisfying snack idea.
Read MoreThe holiday season is a time of celebration with our loved ones, often over a seemingly endless supply of indulgent delights. Keep reading to find out our top 5 tips for taking a more balanced approach.
Read MoreDecember is finally here and the holiday season is in full swing. But is your excitement for festive activities mixed with uncertainty around the seemingly endless supply of festive treats? As parents, it is normal for us to question “how much is too much?”. If this is you, read on for our Dietitian-approved tips to help you find a balance between indulgence and health this festive season.
Read MoreWhilst we relax and enjoy the extra festive celebrations and parties with our kids, healthy family habits often take a vacation too. So to keep your kids healthy over the Summer holidays, here are a few tips we put together by our team.
Read MoreAs a Dietitian, I hear many of the same challenges come up for my clients so today I thought I’d share some of my favourite ways to maintain healthy habits (without deprivation) over the holiday period.
Read MoreHaving a delicious non-alcoholic option available is a great way to reduce your total alcohol intake. It will allow you to space out your drinks by alternating with a delicious but non-alcoholic choice and also keep you hydrated.
Here are two of my favourite non-alcoholic mocktails for the holiday period.
Read MoreTry upgrading your grazing board this Christmas using my simple steps below. This will allow you to munch on plenty of nutrient-dense foods, filling you up with extra fibre
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