Product Review - Huck Energy Gels
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I was excited to find a new energy gel for my clients with sensitive tummies needing a low FODMAP sports supplement*. Here’s my review of Huck energy gels.
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10 easy snacks for busy women
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What do you do when the 3pm energy slump hits? Do you grab a biscuit from the office stash or ignore the slump and hope it passes? For me if I don't make the effort to have a small snack at this time I get very hangry and snap at everyone around me.
Read MoreProduct Review - Naked Kitchen Black Bean Chilli with Red Quinoa & Paprika
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I'm always on the look out for shelf stable products that are healthy and delicious that I can serve up for a quick lunch or dinner. Since my daughter became vegetarian I've explored some new areas of the supermarket and came across this product in the fridge section which she and I both think is delicious!
Read More5 Easy Office Lunches
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Does this sound like you? Can I guess why? Like a lot of the women I see, you've had a coffee and maybe a slice of toast for breakfast. You've chosen a tuna salad for lunch - because you are trying to be "good". By 3 pm you are all about the easy carbs - picking at the kids’ leftovers and in and out of the kitchen after dinner. That's because you've barely eaten enough to make it from your bed to the sofa let alone provide yourself with enough energy to do all the things you need to do in your day! Crowd out the junk food by getting your lunch right.
Read MoreShould you consider a low FODMAP diet?
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For some people, a diet high in FODMAPs can cause a range of abdominal symptoms such as bloating, excess wind, distension, abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhoea (or a combination of both). Following a low FODMAP diet can help manage these abdominal symptoms - 75% of people with IBS experience relief from their symptoms with a low FODMAP diet.
Read MoreSports Nutrition for Teenagers
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Do you have sporty teenagers? With the winter sports season kicking off, you might be wondering if your teenagers are eating the right types of food to support healthy growth and development as well as their training and competition. It's not all about protein powder to get "shredded", or litres of sweet sports drinks!
Read MoreGrilled vegetable and fig platter
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Perfect for entertaining, or for a family dinner with the hopes of leftovers, here's how we've been enjoying our grilled veggies. Our secret is to include a punnet of figs (so cheap at the moment - and they used to be such a luxury!) and to marinade before grilling. This is a delicious side to barbecued steaks, sausages or halloumi.
Read MoreRoasted pumpkin salad with crispy chickpeas, pomegranate and mint
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In worrying news for hummus fans the world over - we are facing a GLOBAL SHORTAGE OF CHICKPEAS! After the avocado crisis I'm not sure how I'll cope! In the meantime, while tinned chickpeas are still cheap I'll stock up. Here's how we had them last night - roasted til crispy tossed with coriander, cumin and oregano, roasted along side some pumpkin. Served with rocket, mint, toasted pepitas, pomegranate seeds and some halloumi too.
Read More12 Days of Christmas
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I hate to use the term superfoods (eye roll) but I was thinking about all the lovely food we are blessed to be surrounded by this time of year and that I associate with Christmas. I thought I'd share some of their health benefits as well as recipes that my family enjoy this time of year. I'd love to hear about your Christmas super foods too! My favourite part of Christmas is sharing a meal with the people that I love. Food should be seen as part of the celebration - not something to feel guilty about. Include plenty of fresh fruit and veggies and some lean protein and use the time off work to schedule in a walk or run. Consider Mindful Eating over the Christmas break by making more conscious food choices, paying attention to how you eat, and practicing self-acceptance.
Read MoreYour vegetarian teenager
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Has your teenager recently announced they are a vegetarian? Mine has! The rest of the family eat meat and I'm too busy to be cooking 2 meals every night so here's some ideas for how I cope. I've also seen quite a few vegetarian clients recently with iron deficiency so I'll outline some common nutrient concerns with a vegetarian teenager and how to avoid them.
Read MoreSports Nutrition for Competitive Adolescent Athletes
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I was lucky enough recently to be able to work with an athlete preparing for the Australian Schoolboys Rugby Union Tournament. He was interested in maintaining his work rate, making his tackles and not fatiguing in the second half of the game. Here's some of the key points we came up with. Of course, every athlete is different with different food preferences, requirements and backgrounds. What is right for one athlete may not benefit the next - so make sure that your sports nutrition advice is tailored to your goals.
Read MoreWatermelon & Pomegranate Salad with Whipped Feta
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If you are asked to bring a salad to a BBQ or Christmas party - this one is a winner! Look at those colours! And yum, any salad with pomegranate and feta is a winner in my books. Then add in that beautiful refreshing watermelon and the crunch of almonds, so good.
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Tray Baked Salmon with Green Beans and Salsa Verde
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With the arrival of spring in Sydney I've had a craving for this Jamie Oliver inspired recipe. Salmon is a fantastic source of omega-3 fatty acids which are inti-inflammatory and extremely beneficial to your health - they can help lower cholesterol, reduce high blood pressure, and may reduce symptoms of arthritis and depression. I've accompanied the salmon with salsa verde and some lovely roasted veggies.
Read MoreLow FODMAP sports supplements
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Are you following a low FODMAP diet to manage your IBS symptoms? FODMAPs are a large group of dietary sugars. These sugars can be poorly absorbed in the small intestine and fermented by bacteria to produce gas. Following a low FODMAP diet can help manage IBS symptoms.
Endurance runners often suffer from stomach problems. If you also suffer from a FODMAP intolerance, fueling for your long run can be quite tricky. Here’s some tips to help you focus on your running, rather than your stomach, or wondering where the closest toilet is.
Read MoreBanana, date and almond protein porridge
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It's sooooo cold in the morning in Sydney at the moment and I love a warm bowl of porridge, but I'm often hungry a couple of hours after I've eaten it. I've come up with a fabulous trick to increase the protein of your porridge to keep you full all morning.
Read Morenuun electrolyte tablets
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A long overdue post about my most used sports nutrition product - nuun electrolyte tablets. Nuun tablets are added to water and replenish the electrolytes that are lost in sweat during exercise with only 1g of sugar (dextrose) per serve (compared to 36g of sugar in a sports drink). Nuun contains the four main electrolytes that are vital in hydration and exercise performance and this year they will be the official hydration partner of the City2Surf
Read MoreSupercharged Shepherd's Pie
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I love taking classic comfort foods and making them a whole lot more nutritious. I've added lentils and plenty of veggies to my shepherds pie base and my mash is half cauliflower and half potato. With the veggies, lean lamb and lentils this is a immune boosting recipe for winter that my kids love!
Read MoreToasted maple, nut and seed granola
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I developed this delicious granola recipe for my son and he loves it. He mixes it with yoghurt as a great second breakfast after early morning rugby training or after a game. The combination of protein and carbs makes it ideal for refuelling my hungry boy!
Read MoreNicoise salad
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Create this delicious classic french salad with loads of veggies and heart healthy tuna and eggs for a hot summer night to transport you to the south of France.
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