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April 2010

Are Nuts Fattening?

The question ‘are nuts fattening‘ is one I get asked regularly. In fact, almost every time I suggest that people should have nuts as a snack, I get some opposition. It’s an interesting one that requires us to take a closer look at the facts… Are nuts fattening: What the studies say No-one’s going to [...]

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Squash: What It Is And How To Eat More

I think squash is pretty underrated. It may have something to do with the weird and wonderful shapes they come in, I suppose they do look a little odd. But, I think they deserve more attention. If you haven’t tried squash, it has a really great taste, and it’s actually very versatile and easy to [...]

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10 Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Kids

I’m very much in favour of eating a good breakfast in the morning. In fact, I don’t function very well without it. And, I think breakfast is particularly important for kids, to help them get all the nutrients and energy they need. If you think about it, by the time your child wakes up, they may have [...]

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A Simple Guide to Mindful Eating

When I quit my job back in December ’06 to go to Australia, there were many changes I was excited about putting into action — having time to spend with my hubby, exercising more, and hopefully time to experiment in the kitchen. It turned out, we had lots of occasion to get outdoors and eat [...]

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