Read Tony’s success story now!!
Posted on: August 17, 2013
Why not pop over to Be a Healthier You’s website to see how Tony lost 47lbs!!
New website coming soon!!!!!
Posted on: July 11, 2013
http://www.beahealthieryou.co.uk is still under construction but will be with you guys as soon as I can finish it!
It will include all of your favourite recipes, videos, and healthy eating articles from the blog here, plus some new material too!
Keep your eyes peeled for more updates and the grand unveiling!!
I kicked cancer’s butt in 25mins – my first ever race and I am immensely proud of myself!!
Posted on: July 7, 2013
What a terrible loss of a world-class athlete – Cirque du Soleil performer plummets 50ft to her death.
Posted on: July 1, 2013
I am genuinely touched by this story, having seen a show myself and been completely awestruck both by the performance and by the athleticism of these guys. Performers are specially selected for their talents, and receive ongoing, highly intensive training. I have so much respect for these acrobats who risk their lives every day in the name of entertainment.
How many people can say they feel genuine passion for their job?
Sarah Guyard-Guillot, only 31 years old, was a mother of two who had worked with Cirque du Soleil for 22 years. From reading news reports her fellow performers seem devastated by the event; I cannot begin to imagine how traumatic it must be.
This is the first reported death in Cirque du Soleil’s history, a testament to Cirque’s professionalism, and dedication to safety. So, what happened tonight?
I will be following the story closely. I really hope it is determined that this was an unavoidable incident, and that Cirque du Soleil were not negligent…
Sarah Guyard-Guillot
Healthified Poutine for Canada Day!!
Posted on: July 1, 2013
So, to celebrate Canada Day I thought I would share some food inspiration with you guys.
A great healthy treat to get you all in the spirit of the day!!
On my travels I quickly learned of this hugely popular Canadian dish. Fries, cheese curds and gravy. Not a totally unfamiliar concept to a Brit as we do love our cheesy chips and gravy. So, here comes the healthification process…
HEALTHY POUTINE:
- Preheat oven at 400F/200C/Gas mark 6.
- Peel and cut potatoes into thick fries (yes, we’re making them ourselves!). Allow max 2 medium potatoes per person.
- Arrange the fries on a hot oven tray. Allow a finger-width space between the fries so that they cook evenly.
- Spray with 1-cal oil or a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Pop in the oven for 45 minutes, turning every 15 minutes or so. Remember, the thicker they are cut the longer they will take so if you prefer skinny fries they will need less time!
- For the gravy: heat 500ml low sodium stock, 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, and 1tbsp flour over a medium heat until the gravy begins to thicken, then reduce the heat. *Taste as you go adding extra flour for a thicker gravy, or extra stock if the vinegar flavour is too strong.*
- For the curds: low fat mozzarella cheese.
- Once the fries are cooked, serve them in a bowl with a little mozzarella crumbled over the top and finish with your delicious homemade gravy (any leftover gravy can be frozen).
Portion size is key here if you really want to keep control of your calories – be mindful of how much cheese you use as this can really add up!
Enjoy!! Happy Canada Day!! :)
How I Stop a Binge
Posted on: June 29, 2013
“For me, once a binge is triggered and I take that first bite, I’m farther from stopping a binge than before I took the first bite. That first bite puts me into a frenzy and I forget all of my good intentions, aiming instead for a blissful food coma. That feeling of everything being better, calm, okay, safe and warm washes over me and I forget the guilt that will ensue for a few minutes.”
“As binge eaters, we tend to stuff it down with food. Then the binge upsets us and we feel guilt and shame. Those new emotions become a new event. That causes new eating behavior to cover the emotional overload and then we eat more. Once again the shame kicks in and we begin a spiral downward into a binge that leaves us feeling full of shame and remorse by the end.”
Food Swaps
Posted on: June 29, 2013
What are some of your favourite food swaps???
Here are some of my suggestions:
Swap potato chips/crisps for plain unsalted nuts
- Fewer calories
- Lower in salt
- High in good fats and protein
Swap milk chocolate for dark chocolate
- Lower in saturated fat
- Lower in sugar
- High in antioxidants
Swap ice cream for homemade smoothies and ice cream
- Lower in fat
- Lower in refined sugar
- High in vitamins and minerals
Swap sugar and maple syrup for agave nectar or honey
- Lower in processed sugar
- Lower Glycaemic Index (agave)
- High in immune-boosting properties
Swap whole milk for semi-skimmed, 1%, or skim milk
- Lower in fat
- Fewer calories
- Same calcium content
Swap medium strength cheese for extra strong, blue, cottage, or low fat soft cheeses
- Lower in fat
- Fewer calories
- Strong cheeses give more flavour in smaller quantities
Swap sweeteners for natural flavourings like cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom and all spice
- Zero calories
- Zero fats and sugars
- Much cheaper
Swap pastry and cream based desserts for fruits and natural yogurt (sprinkle with grated dark chocolate to curb cravings)
- Fewer calores
- Lower in fat and refined sugar
- High in protein and vitamins and minerals
For ideas on healthy drink swaps
Do you know your 5-a-day?
Mango me happy?? Yes please….!!
Posted on: June 28, 2013
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Doctors call for junk food ban on NHS premises – Dictator-ish behaviour, or is it just what our nation needs??
Posted on: June 27, 2013
Ketogenic Diet & Intermittent Fasting – the new way forward in weight loss??
Posted on: June 27, 2013
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How many of us girls (maybe even boys) were coerced into eating every bite of our sandwiches as children, on the premise that it would give us beautifully bouncing ringlets?
We were picturing something more like Annie…
Today I thought I would start the week off with something a little more fun! This is one of my favourite food myths, one that makes me giggle and smile at the memories.
At eight years old I didn’t even want curly hair, but you can bet your last dime I would eat my body weight in crusts now if I thought it would magically transform my hair into this:
Myth: Bread crusts = curly hair.
History of the myth: It has been suggested that historically both curly hair, and the consumption of bread were strongly associated with prosperity and wealth. Thus it would seem that the two ideas have morphed into the belief that crusts = curls!
Fact or Fiction: Fiction.
The science: Disappointingly sparse, although Michael Slater, a reporter for nine msn, did conduct his own experiment: eating as many bread crusts as possible over two weeks. The outcome: no curls!
Of course, this doesn’t discount that fact that we should still eat our crusts. Not only would it be wasteful, but we would also be missing out on the lovely fibre and antioxidant goodness found in those lovely golden edges!!
And remember, the more seeds there are the more nutritious it will be. Opt for wholegrain, pumpernickel or rye, and avoid heavily processed white breads where possible.
I hope you enjoyed this lighthearted break from my usual nutrition talk.
NEXT TIME IN FACT or FICTION: Carbs make you fat, don’t eat carbs!
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