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7 Foods You Should Eat Everyday

Most of us already know the importance of eating a healthy diet, rich in natural, whole foods to help lose weight, improve our health, and nourish our bodies. But, did you know some foods are so nutritious we can and should eat them everyday, to make sure we are getting the nutritional boost we need [...]

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How To Stop Food Cravings

We all have food cravings from time to time. Whether it’s the urge to eat something salty or sweet, giving in to every craving you have can certainly undo your healthy eating or weight loss efforts. I’ve talked about food cravings in the past, but there are many things that can lead to cravings, such [...]

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7 Ways To Make Breakfast Better

Mums are usually right about most stuff, aren’t they? Well, research shows us there’s certainly one thing mum got right, and that is just how important a good breakfast is each morning. Eating a substantial, nutrient-filled breakfast is one of the best ways to ward off unhealthy food cravings, keep your weight under control, and [...]

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Baby Led Weaning

Some time ago I talked a little about baby led weaning. This is the method I used to introduce Elissa to solids. In the UK we recommend babies begin weaning onto solids at 6 months. Whenever you wait until 6 months to wean, your baby will be better able to sit up, have good head and neck [...]

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What To Eat Before During And After A Workout

Studies show that what we eat before, during and after a workout can have a significant effect on our energy levels, the quality of our workout, and the recovery process which follows. Our muscles need to be properly fuelled to get the maximum benefit from the workout we’ve just completed. And, without the proper nutritional [...]

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