Food and Diet, Weight Loss Tips
Balanced eating means just that, balancing the must haves and the like to haves. And that means allowing yourself the odd treat or comfort food. We all need a treat now and then I have a problem with eating plans. I can’t stick to them. Even though I’m a...
Food and Diet, Weight Loss Tips
It’s no coincidence that eating out in restaurants and cafes is on the rise at the same time as we face an obesity epidemic. When we eat out we tend to eat more and consume more fat, salt and kilojoules than if we cook at home. It’s part of the whole dining experience...
Food and Diet, Weight Loss Tips
How much fat to eat is not a simple issue. You have to take into consideration not only how much, but what type to eat, as well as if you’re at risk of high cholesterol, heart disease or type 2 diabetes. One or two tablespoons of a good oil or some nuts,...
Food and Diet, Weight Loss Tips
It’s one of the most persistent myths that just won’t go away. In fact it is so engrained in so many people’s minds, even top chefs repeat the fallacy that good extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) should only be used cold and never to cook with. Let’s get this straight, you...
Food and Diet, Weight Loss Tips
What do those brightly-coloured words that scream “fat-free” or “light” at you at the supermarket really mean? And what about “no cholesterol” or “high fibre” on the label? Some manufacturers make claims that are...
Exercise Tips, Weight Loss Tips
“Can you please show me what exercises I can do to get rid of this fat on my arms”? This is a very common question we get asked at the clinic. Many people want to target fat loss to specific areas of their body, whether it be arms, thighs, butt or belly. It seems...
