One of the things that's been getting my goat recently is the claims around cold press juices. You've probably heard the buzz (they're more nutritious, better for you, cleansing, detoxing....etc) But is any of it true? š„First things first... cold pressing means that the juice is extracted using by pressing fruit and vegetables under extreme … Continue reading *COLD PRESS IS BEST- OR IS IT?! *
Tag: weight loss
āBreakfast makes you slim!ā Or does it?
One of the most cited reasons for eating breakfast is that it kick starts your metabolismā¦. well guys, Iām sorry to say it doesnāt. A couple of big studies in the last couple of years led by Bath Uni (called the Bath Breakfast Project) found that there wasĀ no changeĀ in metabolic rate between when people ate … Continue reading āBreakfast makes you slim!ā Or does it?
Can mindfulness help you lose weight?
Described as "bringing attention to the presentĀ moment without judgement" Ā mindfulness is an ancient practice that can reduceĀ stress and improve the way we make decisions. But interestingly,Ā mindfulness is also emerging as a tool for weight loss,Ā and for anyone wanting to balanceĀ their relationship with food and eating. Why? The truth is, mostĀ of our eating is done mindlessly. … Continue reading Can mindfulness help you lose weight?
What are you putting off because of fear?
Today I want to share a story with you about a little BIG thing called FEAR. This morningĀ I went to Functional Threshold Power (FTP) training at Tribe Rideā¦. Iād been putting it off for ages dreading that I wouldnāt be fit enough and that I wouldnāt to make it through the session, as the instructors … Continue reading What are you putting off because of fear?
Why daily fluctuations in body weight don’t matter
I regularlyĀ speak with weight loss clients whoĀ jump on the scales every day and panic when they see the numbers fluctuating up, usually without obvious reason. Sound familiar? Take a read of the picture to the right... Itās from a journal paper (albeit an old one!) which found that over an 80 day period, day to … Continue reading Why daily fluctuations in body weight don’t matter
How alcohol messes with weight loss
Around this time of year I always end up talking with clients about how weāre going to manage their alcohol intake over the festive period. Why? Because alcohol is a cheeky little saboteur when it comes to fat loss. Hereās why... 1. Yes itās the calories You know it. But does it stop you? A … Continue reading How alcohol messes with weight loss
Should you be eating more protein?
Protein has been getting a lot of airtime recently. It's the one nutrient we're all becoming more aware of, and yesterdayĀ I posted a linkĀ toĀ researchĀ from Canada suggesting its time recommendations on protein needs are updated. How much? CurrentĀ guidelines sayĀ we should be eating aboutĀ 0.8 grams per kilo of body weight, so if you weigh 60 kilos, that's … Continue reading Should you be eating more protein?
5 effective habits for weight loss
As a dietitian, one of the most popular topics I get asked about is weight loss. Forget fads andĀ quick fixes - having researched, written and advised on weight loss for around 8Ā years I can promise you they don't work. Instead I wanted to shareĀ fiveĀ tried and tested habits thatĀ reallyĀ do work.Ā They're simple, they're effective and you can … Continue reading 5 effective habits for weight loss
PB Banana Overnight Oats
This week Iāve returnedĀ to eating overnight oats as Iāve committed to a month of 7:30 AM yoga (gulp) which means a speedy breakfast is needed. While eggs are brilliant when you have the luxury of a little more time, overnight oatmeal isĀ greatĀ āfast foodā. Carried to work or eaten as soon as you roll out of … Continue reading PB Banana Overnight Oats
Choose a resolution you can stick with
There's something about the new year which inspires a feeling of wiping the slateĀ clean and committing to new goals, and January is a great time to bring some healthy new habits into your life. Rather than jump into anything extreme (I'm talking about resolutions along the lines ofĀ 'I'm-never-going-to-touch-a-drop-of-xyz-again-so-help-me-god')Ā why not commit to something which you … Continue reading Choose a resolution you can stick with