What can sugar do to your body, training and long-term future. We take a closer look and show what you need to eat and what to avoid.
Fasting has become the new buzzword in health and dieting, enjoying extensive coverage in the national press, on TV and in many books. Traditionally, fasting has been thought of as a long, arduous process requiring huge amounts of willpower, however a new breed of fasting, called intermittent fasting, has emerged and is fast becoming the most popular way to lose weight.
We all know we should try to get more greens into our diets and our bodies – they are just so good for us, being rich in fibre, potassium, calcium, magnesium, vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, and a whole host of cancer-fighting, inflammation squashing antioxidants. One easy way to do this is to add raw greens to a smoothie.
These American-style pancakes are really simple, delicious and nutritious, and being high in protein, plus free from cereal grains and refined sugar, will prevent blood sugar crashes and keep you feeling fuller for longer.
This recipe is delicious and comforting, yet won’t leave you slaving over the stove for hours. In fact the whole thing can be made within half an hour including prep time – great when you want a hot, home-cooked and indulgent dish in a hurry.
One-pot dishes are seriously convenient and all the ingredients cook and blend together to make a delicious flavour explosion. The key to this dish is the balance of sweet peppers and red onions, with salty chicken skin and pancetta. The aromatic herbs and sweet, citrusy lemon finish everything off perfectly. Serve it with some quinoa and green salad for a speedy, easy comforting dinner.
These protein bars make a great pick me up snack that will also fill you up and keep your blood sugar levels balanced between meals or after exercise. And even better, they are incredibly easy to make – no cooking involved!
For many people, having something to eat before bed enhances sleep because it prevents blood sugar levels from dropping during the night. Choose the right ingredients and you can really maximise sleep – some foods are naturally conducive to sleep because they contain ingredients such as melatonin, serotonin and magnesium.
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