It is now MAY…18th of May 2015 and I am tucked up writing this post in layers of blankets with cold feet, sniffy nose and possibly a bit of runniness happening there…Where is this bloody summer we’ve survived a whole winter for? It’s just cruel! My almost 6 year old asked me this morning why … Continue reading
Well, I nearly fell over when I realized today is the day my daughter is at school for longer that usual so overwhelmed with happiness I have an extra few hours to myself, I decided to finally spend some much loved time in the kitchen and create some awesome Autumn treats and where best to … Continue reading
The hint that summer was on it’s way has been nothing but a big fat lie! A week after sunbathing in utter, long awaited bliss, we got SNOW and now (1st week after easter and what should be bright and sunny) it’s blowing a gale and pouring with rain (for a change)…so, moody blues need … Continue reading
It’s that time of year where we’re still not out of winter but clothes are coming off..Viruses have hit us hard for the past month and blocked sinuses , chills, headaches and sore throats and ears have been bothering just about all of us..so hard to get rid of! So, instead of stocking up on … Continue reading
It’s 2012! Most of what most of us eat is no longer ‘food’ but something that is a bi-product of food. It is glorified representation of what we consider our favourite foods, then added with harmful preservatives, colorants, E numbers, flavourings, fats, salts and a number of other seriously damaging additives that are the cause … Continue reading
Heart disease is responsible for 25% of deaths globally, it is the leading cause of death for both women and men and it costs the health care system BILLIONS to treat. In actual fact, it doesn’t cost very much at all to prevent. Want to know how you can help your heart with the tastiest … Continue reading
Hi everyone, So, I’ve had a few emails and comments now from you lovely readers that have said, ‘posts are great reads but…I’m more of a visual person so any chance of some video uploads of image sections’…and with that in mind…For those of you that would like to see a FEAST of fresh, colourful … Continue reading
I can’t take credit for this one..This was from a blog I found by a girl called Meg and she seems to be as addicted to Mexican food as I am..This recipe is one that my daughter and I are going to treat ourselves to after swimming today so thought I would share it with … Continue reading
I am writing this post based on a little girl I know that is almost 2, suffering relentlessly from a persistent cough and vomits lots! Allergy tests are being carried out to determine what is the cause, as you can never just assume.. though if it results to be what is most common in children … Continue reading
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Today, (Sunday) is not a good day for me to be doing this as we had planned to make multiple batches of carrot cupcakes and flapjacks..(Ssssssshh!) But my mum came round the other day with a Pukka clean green detox pack for me as she know’s I would very well appreciate it so, I … Continue reading
It’s that exciting day of year where ,the day before you practise lent, you get to pig out on yummy pancakes in all their varieties and flavours! So, as my work see’s me giving advice and encouragement to so many people regarding health related issues and lifestyle, I figured I should listen to myself and … Continue reading
Wanting to lose weight is a mission for most of us, but if you’re planning out how you can really kick start your weight loss program with success in mind, there are a few things that you may not have considered that are essential in aiding the process and make dieting a little easier for … Continue reading
I had to post this! My one true love it popcorn and it has always been my belief that, its one of the few things that is low calorie and a good snack that will fill you without adding tons of naughties! WRONG! I read this from NYTimes health section and had to re-post for … Continue reading
The benefits of seaweed! Ah there are many and yes, I have previously posted about them but to refresh and add new, I am just about to partake in a weekend workshop (Feb 11 + 12) specifically aimed at educating and insighting about the wonderous world of seaweeds and their amazing therapeutic powers! So far, … Continue reading
Ok, This recipe is hardcore as it involves a lot of oil and pre-cleansing but from what I am told from people that have suffered from gallstones and used this technique the results are fantastic. I can only assume that compared to the pain, a bit of queasiness from a cup of oil will be … Continue reading
These were my all time favourite things when I was living in Spain. Barcelona’s Gracia district hosted the City’s BEST by far Mexican restaurant that even my Mexican friends say is the most resemblant of authentic Mexican food cooking in the City..so, being taught well and having high standards when it comes to Mexican cuisine … Continue reading
Yes, there are enormous benefits of lemon juice and water in your everyday life. You simply need to arm yourself with relevant knowledge and you would soon start valuing this amalgamation more than ever. Lemon is an inexpensive, easily available citrus fruit, popular for its culinary and medicinal uses. It is used to prepare a … Continue reading
Yesterday I made some spelt bread to bring in the New year and the results were AMAZING! I am a self confessed bread lover and while I wish I could ditch the amount I eat to save a bloating tummy, I have never quite mastered it..but now there’s no excuse! This wheat free bread not … Continue reading
Wow, the benefits are grand! and so is the flavour. My aunty’s annual trip to Goa means her coming back with an abundance of these amazing teabags and I happily always get some but, I’d never really researched what they were, stupidly assuming that they were an indian traditional green tea type…WRONG! This tea is … Continue reading
I’m starting to wonder if what we eat at Christmas time is natures way of helping us get through the winter months and festive period without thoughts of dread and dispair as the foods present at Christmas time are selections of the foods best available to help us treat depression and insomnia…and lets be very … Continue reading
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