With the rising cost of living, many of us are having to think seriously about where corners can be cut. It may be that eating out and takeaways are an expense that could be saved, without going without!!! The supermarkets have aisles packed full of jars that you could easily whip up at home deliciousContinueContinue reading “Takeaway v Fakeaway v Healthy Fakeaway!!”
Category Archives: Recipes
Bulk cooking
A fabulous way of saving time. energy and of course money!! I think it’s fair to say many of us are looking to spend less time, energy, gas/electricity and money on cooking and preparing food, so this has to be one of the best strategies. Photo by Anna Guerrero on Pexels.com Photo by Viacheslav StopkevichContinueContinue reading “Bulk cooking”
Rechauffe cooking….
It would be interesting to know how many of you clicked on this article as, like me, you had absolutely no idea what ‘rechauffe’ cooking actually means!! Are you thinking an amazing new technique of cooking that will revolutionise your meals?? Actually, it’s a technique that’s been around for time immemorial…. The art of re-heatingContinueContinue reading “Rechauffe cooking….”
Why do we fail?
Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that countswinston churchill There are various reasons why so many people abandon a challenge that they have set themselves; It’s a much bigger challenge than expected It’s too restrictive and doesn’t allow for ‘ normal ‘ life The results aren’t comingContinueContinue reading “Why do we fail?”
A – Z of Christmas
Here’s our healthy A – Z of Christmas……. A is for ALLIES What would you do when a close friend is in difficulty? You offer support, boost her confidence and help her sort herself out. Do the same for yourself – be your own best friend. Imagine what you would say to encourage a friendContinueContinue reading “A – Z of Christmas”
Sparkler or Damp Squid?
Photo by Designecologist on Pexels.com Do you remember when you were a child and went to a Bonfire party, it was all about the fireworks not what you got to eat, you either ate before you went or when you got back home. Which part of fireworks night did you like best, Bonfire toffee, aContinueContinue reading “Sparkler or Damp Squid?”
Focus on the now!
With everything that is happening in the world at the moment, it’s really important to start focusing on what we can control, what we can influence and what we can’t control and the impact it has on how we feel and on our healthy habits. It seems that everything we hear on the news isContinueContinue reading “Focus on the now!”
Cutting your cloth….
Many of us have heard the saying “You need to cut your cloth” probably with the exception of the younger generation! The main reason being they may have never had to! So, what does it mean? It is mostly a British saying and means; You limit what you do to take account of the resourcesContinueContinue reading “Cutting your cloth….”
Evening Meal
The Evening meal conjures up the image of a perfect the mealtime that the whole family comes together to chat and relax together whilst enjoying a tasty meal. Or maybe the evening meal is for 1 and the thought of creating a gourmet meal is amazing!! The reality may look very different!! Your family areContinueContinue reading “Evening Meal”
Summer Sensation
Summer eating with all it’s glorious colours, flavours and textures all in season so at it’s peak of vitamins, minerals and goodness packed full as nature intended and ready for you to savour!! Sadly our British summer can seem very short so it’s so important to get all the goodness in when we can! SnackingContinueContinue reading “Summer Sensation”
Success Lies in Mind 