Oooooo Greece!! This country really is as amazing as you’ve ever dreamt of, and we barely scratched the surface! Food and wine are the keys to my soul. Greek food is truly some of the BEST food I’ve ever eaten in my life. I’m not just talking about Greek salads, Gyros and Feta Cheese (well I’m talking about that as well, of course). There is SO much more to Greek gastronomy than I ever could have imagined and the BEST way to discover it, is with a food tour.
Honestly, Josh and I were never really big into food tours until we moved to Asia (Singapore) and a friend suggested we do one on our trip to Tokyo. After that, we were totally hooked. Not just because we LOVE food, but because we love CULTURE, and isn’t that why we all travel in the first place?! Learning about and consuming local foods is the BEST way to get to truly know a culture and its customs.
Our Athens For Foodies Tour with Greeking.me was the BEST food tour we’ve ever been on! Why? Not only did it include all the foods that you MUST try when visiting this great country, but our guide Elena connected each dish with the historical gastronomy, making it that much more meaningful. Most other food tours we’ve been on have taken us to super touristy places, but we totally ate like locals with the Greeking.me Food Tour, which forever left an incredible impression on our souls. Not to mention Greek food has such an abundance of choices for meat lovers (Josh) and vegetarians (me)! Enter my discount code BLONDIE for a 10% discount on both small tours and private tours!
So, without further ado, here are the Top 10 Foods You MUST try when visiting Greece! Be sure to eat each and every one, many many times and take the food tour with Greeking.me!
10 Foods You MUST Eat In Greece:
Koulouri: Sesame round bread
What better way to start your Greek food adventure in the morning than with it’s typical breakfast food, called Koulouri. It doesn’t look any more exciting than a pretzel, until you bite into it! Koulouri has a hint of sweetness and is super light on the stomach. Greeks typically grab one on the go for breakfast at any of the countless number of stands all over Athens (kind of like Americans grabbing Dunkin’ Donuts on their way to work, but much healthier and lighter).
Souvlaki & Gyros
Literally the first food many tourists think of when the word Greece pops into their head is Gyros! Totally unbeknownst to me, gyros are cooked slowly on a vertical rotisserie and are made of strips/slices of meat. Gyro literally means ‘going around.’ Souvlaki, a word I had never heard before entering the country but realized I’d been eating for years, is like a shish kabob. Souvlaki consists of chunks of meat and veggies cooked on a skewer. Souvlaki literally translates to ‘small skewer.’ Both are served in a pita and are totally delicious! The BEST Souvlaki & Gyros in Athens can be found at Kosta’s Souvlaki. It’s been family run for 65 years. Do note that they close early, so you’ll have to go for lunch or an early dinner! Josh loved all the different varieties with various types of meats. I LOVED all the different veggie options, because each can be made with sauces like tzatziki and an abundance of vegetables! YUM!
Soutzoukakia: Beef meatballs served with potatoes in the oven
If you’re a vegetarian like me, you’ll have to skip this one. Josh said this soutzoukakia was the BEST meatball he’d ever had in his life and the potatoes were seasoned oh so perfectly. They literally melt in your mouth. We loved Epirus Tavern because it’s a family run business and everyone was so kind, we felt like we were eating at our grandma’s house for Thanksgiving. We also indulged on several other delicious, indescribable, dishes at Epirus during our food tour with Greeking.me, which you’ll have to try for yourself on the tour.
Epirus Tavern is located in the heart of the Varvakeios Meat Market in Athens. This Meat Market is an experience all in itself and cannot be missed when visiting the city, but it can be a bit disturbing for vegetarians/vegans, so please take note. If you’re staying in Athens for a while, it’s a also great place to pick up some lunch/dinner, as the prices of meat are really affordable.
Tiropita: Cheese pie
I’m totally OBSESSED with cheese, which is why Kuru, a type of Tiropita, was one of my favorite Greek foods that we tried. Picture a warm, thick, fluffy, flaky dough (similar to an empanada), stuffed with rich feta cheese, yogurt and butter. No further description needed. I loved the owners of Ariston Pastry Shop, as it’s a family run business since 1910. You can just feel the love they put into their pastries. After selecting your pastry, they heat it up ever-so-perfectly in their oven. The end result is a melt-in-your-mouth experience that you’ll be dreaming about for years to come! I wanted to eat everything as soon as I walked in!
Greek Cheese: Feta, Ladotiri, and soooo many more!
The cheese in Greece is the BEST I’ve ever had, hands down. The country is home to nearly 100 different, unique cheeses, so you’ll have a lot to choose from. Interestingly, feta cheese tasted COMPLETELY DIFFERENT in Greece. By different I mean 1,000 times better than what I’m used to eating. Why? Because, “only those cheeses produced in a traditional way in particular areas of Greece, which are made from sheep’s milk, or from a mixture of sheep’s and up to 30% of goat’s milk from the same area, can be called feta.” This is why when I took my first bite of feta cheese in Greece, it literally felt like heaven in my mouth.
Additionally, you must try Ladotyri, which is olive oil cheese from the region of Mitilini, which was my other personal favorite. Elena, our tour guide with Greeking.me, did an excellent job of selecting all the other best types of cheese for us to try at Strouga Tou Moria Cheese Shop. It’s located near the Varvakeios Meat Market in Athens.
Kafteri: Spicy feta cheese tomato spread
Kafteri is one of my personal faves. Obviously feta cheese is absolutely delicious in Greece, so imagine it mixed with fresh tomatoes, extra virigin olive oil, and chili peppers, all grilled together into a melted spread. It goes perfect with bread. YUM! Plus, it’s super easy to make at home by yourself. I totally fell in love with Minotavros, a family-owned and operated restaurant that only has one dinner option daily: Kafteri with grilled pork chops and seasoned bread. The service here is exceptional and so are the people!
Dolmades: Grape leaves stuffed with rice and minced meat
You cannot go to Greece without trying dolmades. They have a softer, mushier texture, so aren’t a favorite for everyone. If you’re looking for a totally unique meat and cheese shop in the heart of Athens, where you can sit down and devour all these tasty treats, check out Miran. Order a plate of dolmades, meats, cheeses, crackers and the local liquor called ‘Raki.’ Raki comes from the byproducts created from the wine making process, which is then mixed with ethyl alcohol.
Be sure to say Ya Mas (Cheers) when drinking! Elena, our Greeking.me tour guide, made our experience at Miran unforgettable by choosing exactly which meats and cheeses fit best together with the dolmades and Raki.
I never was a fan of olives until we came to Europe for a year, and after staying in Italy for a few months I totally fell in LOVE! There are SO many different types of olives in Greece, from various regions all over the country, making it a bit overwhelming to choose. I really liked Kalamata red olives and Creten green olives. If you want to read up on all the different types of olives check out The Spruce Eats’ blog post, which explain them perfectly.
Rizogalo: Rice pudding with cinnamon
Moving on from meats and cheeses, let’s get into the sweet stuff! I love how many countries have their own version of rice pudding, but I definitely think the Greeks do it best. Rizogalo is totally different than the standard, chunky, rice pudding you’re used to. Why? Because it’s SUPER smooth, almost like custard! We especially loved the Rizogalo at Xatzis Pastry Shop in Athens because it’s made with buffalo milk! The Hatzis family still maintains one of the last remaining buffalo herds in northern Greece, producing all of their sweets from buffalo milk. They even sell the buffalo milk, cream and butter in their shop along with their goodies.
Loukomades: Greek donuts
I totally thought these would be super heavy, because I’m used to eating donuts back in the States that make me feel like I’ve just eaten the farm, but these are super, duper light. And they’re drizzled with honey and cinnamon. Soooooo yummy! They come in other various forms, almost like donut holes, but the traditional ones can be found at Krinos Pastry Shop and are totally perfect.
5 Beverages You MUST Try In Greece:
Bonus section! What better way to savor in all this delicious Greek food than with local beverages?! Be sure to try them all!
Greek coffee is quite similar to Turkish coffee, in that they both use fine ground coffee, which is boiled in a tall, narrow pot. Coffee in Greece, much like many other countries in Europe, is used as a means of social gathering. Strolling through the streets, you’ll see countless people slowly sipping coffee and having a meaningful conversation.
There’s a delectable, local coffee shop that has an old fashioned, still operating machine (dating back to 1939). Here, you’ll experience one of the best cups of coffee you’ve ever had. I’ll leave it up to my friends at Greeking.me to guide you to this hidden gem.
If you drink alcohol, you cannot come to Greece without trying Ouzo!! Ouzo is a dry, anise (similar to black liquorice) flavored liquor. I actually loved it much more than I thought I would! Grab a small bottle and give it a go! Be sure to say ‘Ya Mas,’ which means ‘cheers’ in Greek!
Greek Wine: Mastiha, Rakomelo, Coffee Anise Liqueur
The wine in Greece and local liquors do not disappoint. There are sooo many different types of wine and spirits from different regions all over the country. If you’re a wine-O like me, I totally advise really getting familiar with the local wine by taking a Wine Tour. Greeking.me offers an Athens by Night & Wine Tour, which is definitely on our agenda next time we’re in the city.
Aside from wine, there’s also a lot of delicious local spirits to try. Head over to Oikonomidis Wines and Spirits to have a taste of them all. The coffee Anise Liqueur is my FAVE and a great digestive drink after eating.
Is your mouth watering yet? Mine is!!! Seriously, don’t miss all these amazing foods, beverages and restaurants while your visiting Athens and Greece and BE SURE to fit in time for a food tour with Greeking.me. Enter my discount code BLONDIE for a 10% discount on both small tours and private tours! I promise, you’ll be thanking me later! They also offer many other types of tours in many other cities and islands all over this great country!
Other Things To See/Do In Athens:
Athens is an AWESOME city! We are such city people and totally fell in love even after hearing mixed reviews. Don’t believe those negative reviews, it’s totally awesome, just be sure to book your hotel/Airbnb in the right neighborhood. You MUST stay in Plaka when visiting, because it’s the neighborhood of all things FUN! Our AIRBNB was located in the HEART of Plaka, just steps away from all the shops and restaurants, but still quiet!
For $55 off your first Airbnb booking, check out my discount code!
Of course, while your’e in town, you must see the Acropolis and Parthenon. Entry is 20 Euros per person. If you’re planning to visit more sights and museums in Athens, I suggest purchasing the Athens City Pass, which will save you time and money. Be sure to take a stroll and shop through Monastiraki Market and purchase handmade Greek leather sandals at Melissinos, the Poet Sandal Maker. Grab a drink at sunset at 360-Cocktail Bar, to see the Acropolis by day and night, even though the drinks are overpriced (which is expected). Order the ‘Med Fresh’, you’ll thank me later. And, of course, save time for a food tour with Greeking.me!
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More and more individuals are entering expanding their own fresh fruits and vegetables by planting a house garden. Numerous are enjoying their fresh yard produce throughout the growing period as well as are also protecting it for later on use by freezing and also canning. Even those who were not formerly curious about horticulture have ended up being encouraged to grow their very own produce as they have learned that store-bought fruits and vegetables are frequently nutrient-deficient.
Not just that, but also for many individuals starting and also growing a residence yard for the objective of supplying remarkable foods for the table is a pleasurable endeavor. Gardening has actually long been a preferred leisure activity for many individuals throughout the world, however when you include the added incentive of being able to supply your household with nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables that have actually not been contaminated with chemicals as well as chemicals, it is very easy to see why the popularity of the yard has grown.
Along with issues concerning the high quality as well as safety of store-bought fruit and vegetables, an additional reason individuals like to have a house garden breaking with remarkable foods is that you could head out and select the vegetables at simply the right time to assure quality. Contrast this with tomatoes, for example, that are selected long prior to they ripen, transported, stored and ultimately placed on the shop rack.
Because scenario, which is common of the huge bulk of fruit and vegetables marketed in the grocery stores today, the tomato has actually been separated from its life-giving parent plant for lots of days as well as in some cases weeks. However with a veggie garden simply outside your cooking area door, you can choose your tomatoes when they are at their optimal of ripeness and be able to have the freshest tomatoes to add to your salad or for your popular tomato sauce.
Most of the typical as well as popular veggies that are available in the fruit and vegetables sections of grocery stores can be grown in residence gardens. Several of the most prominent ranges are carrots, environment-friendly beans, potatoes, peas, beetroots, broccoli, cabbage, and several varieties of squash, simply among others.
And always remember concerning all of the fantastic berries that could be residence expanded also. Technically a fruit, tomatoes are among one of the most popular foods that people appreciate consisting of in their house yards. They are very easy to grow and just scrumptious tweezed off the vine.
Create from a veggie garden can be made use of quickly or it can be iced up or tinned for later use, and many people include natural herbs in their yards as well. In fact, natural herbs could be a lot more hassle-free as they can even be expanded indoors, making your horticulture initiatives a lot more easy and also very easy. And also, just as those fresh veggies taste much better and are much better for you, you will certainly also discover that fresh natural herbs from the garden transcend in taste and also taste as compared to the dried as well as packaged ranges.
Other than all of the advantages of a home yard for providing terrific food and also yummy herbs for your dishes, lots of people simply enjoy remaining in the garden, weeding, watering as well as tending their crops. There is a fantastic feeling of satisfaction in planting and also tending the garden as well as in seeing your initiatives flower and grow. And, sharing a meal of great food with friends is a feeling lots of people prize.


Recommendations For Maintaining A Lifestyle With Ideal Nutrition Intake
Nutrition to many people means shedding weight or taking a diet. Yes, those two everything is an element of nutrition, but certainly not the only real parts. Nutrition may be accomplished via excess weight, weight reduction, weight maintenance, eating enough minerals and vitamins, good hydration levels, and many others factors. Different body types require different nutrition plans. The next article will assist you to determine the best nutritional plan for the body type. When you’ve got this info down, you’ll be ready to make the best alternatives for you.
One of the most important issues for the pregnant or lactating woman to contemplate is nutrition. During pregnancy, women should eat more protein, although issues like morning sickness may prevent them from planning to eat out at all. Try blending eggs to your morning smoothy for more protein. Pregnant women will want to look into this alternative, as each egg white contains just 15 calories while adding three grams of protein to your daily total. You ought to choose pasteurized eggs to ensure that you don’t get salmonella.
Students of nutrition have learned to lower highly milled grains within their diet. You will be missing all the nutrients and fibers inside the hull from the grains. Many products add items like wheat germ in order to return the nutrients to the end product, but does this really seem sensible? No, this is clearly counter-productive.
In case you have a sweet tooth, or desire to binge on potato chips, it is really an addiction you need to beat if you would like be healthier. Letting an unhealthy practice of consuming junk food go untamed can greatly affect your state of health. After you move to healthier foods, the cravings will last for a while. It is crucial for you to recognize the cravings whilst keeping healthy snacks around to satisfy you so that you will not fall from the healthy-eating wagon.
Lay off the salt. Most junk foods and other fast foods are packed with salt. If you eat less salt each day, you will discover that you make a note of salt more whenever you eat it. This can lead you to dislike the foods that you should not eating. The less salt you are consuming, the less often you will discover yourself craving it.
Even if you’re not really a vegetarian, it is possible to enhance your nutritional profile by having a vegetarian meal 2-3 times weekly. You will enjoy meals without meat as much as a meat-based one, and you may reduce the quantity of animal fat in what you eat.
Diabetes demands specific nutritional needs. Eating regularly addresses this because the degree of blood sugar levels is kept within range. It is important for diabetics to consume fresh produce, whole grain products and low-fat dairy items. Eating at a specific hour every day is very important for them.
Nutrition is really a basic element of a healthy body. For optimum health, it is vital that you eat a nicely-balanced diet. If you wish to lose fat and eat healthy, bid farewell to refined carbohydrates. It will help significantly to limit such things as fresh fruit juices and sugar-filled sodas. These are packed with unhealthy sugar. Eliminate these sugars from your diet to discover results. You’ll also feel and look better.
Raw produce is actually a terrific snack for anyone interested in sound nutrition. They create the body feel full, satisfy cravings, and offer plenty of vitamins and minerals. The great thing is simply because they require at the least preparation–almost as simple as opening a bag of chips! They can be cleaner and easier to deal with than processed unhealthy food. For a healthy diet, some raw vegetables make your perfect snack between meals.
The largest mistake you possibly can make is assuming that you will be eating healthy. While seven grain bread may experience like it is actually a healthy option, this bread is not going to actually contain any cereals. Make an effort to read the label and understand everything that is actually from the product, rather than simply relying on the principle advertisement.
Be wary of your health as this is directly proportional with how good the body burns fat.
As we discussed, eating a healthy, nutritious meals are easy and fun. There is lots of room for creativity on earth of food, it is therefore a wonderful way to boost your total well being without limiting yourself. The following tips are merely your first step to an alternative, healthier you!


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The jalapeno chili originally came from Mexico, but today it is grown in many parts of the world. It is commonly used in Tex-Mex cuisine, particularly in making salsas and guacamole. Jalapenos can also be found pickled, roasted or stuffed, for example in so-called "poppers" or stuffed jalapenos that are popular in North America and Europe.
One of the most well-known uses of jalapenos is in making jalapeno chips, which are often served as an accompaniment to tacos and other Mexican dishes
become. They can also be used as an ingredient in soups, stews, chili con carne and other Tex-Mex dishes.
Jalapenos are also great for pickling, either in oil or vinegar. These pickled jalapenos can be added to tacos, burritos, sandwiches, and other dishes. They can also be added to salads, pizza or pasta dishes to add spiciness and flavor.
Overall, the Jalapeno Chili is a popular and versatile variety of chili that is used in many different dishes. It has a pleasant level of spiciness and a distinctive flavor that makes it a popular choice for Tex-Mex cooking and other dishes.


Gute Nachrichten aus der Speyside und einem der beliebtesten Hotels dort: Das Craigellachie Hotel wird am 17. Mai 2021 wieder seine Pforten öffnen, und das mit einem neuen Außenbereich für das Restaurant, das auch mit einem neuen Top-Küchenchef aufwarten kann: Künftig ist William Halsall, ehemals Le Caprice, 34 Grosvenor Square, für das Angebot verantwortlich.
Bleibt nur zu hoffen, dass sich die Reisemöglichkeiten auch bald wieder ergeben werden. Hier die Pressemitteilung, die wir vom Hotel erhalten haben:
WORLD LEADING WHISKY HOTEL REOPENS DOORS WITH ONE OF UK’S TOP CHEF’S AND NEW OUTDOOR DINING EXPERIENCE
Known to many as one of the best whisky hotels in the world, The Craigellachie Hotel in Speyside will re-open the doors of its famous Copper Dog Pub and new outdoor terrace area to enjoy the very best of Speyside’s renowned food and drink larder and great outdoors.
Featuring a brand new menu curated by newly appointed Executive Chef and General Manager William Halsall who has led the food and drink offer at some of London’s favourite restaurants such as Le Caprice, 34 Grosvenor Square, and The Ivy, guests can expect an elevated food and drink showcasing local suppliers from across the region.
Renowned for creating a home from home experience, the team has been working hard renovating the hotel’s interior and exterior to improve overall guest experiences and to keep the local community safe. As part of this, locals, visitors, and passers-by are invited to enjoy some highlights from the Copper Dog Pub menu for takeaway or to eat out on the hotel grounds overlooking the Spey river.
The welcome upgrade of the outdoor dining experience offers seating for an additional thirty guests. Inside the Copper Dog, where guests from around the world rub shoulders with the locals, will be hand sanitising stations at every entrance and carefully monitored social distancing in place.
Newly appointed General Manager and Executive Chef Will Halsall said:
“Our team can’t wait to reopen the doors and welcome locals and visitors alike back to The Craigellachie. We are also pleased to be o ering a brand new food and drink menu from Copper Dog’s bar and kitchen featuring the very best of Speyside’s larder which can now be enjoyed on our new terrace overlooking the banks of the River Spey.
A big reason behind Speyside becoming the world’s largest whisky producing region is its micro climate and being one of the driest places in Scotland, this means we have some of the best food produce too, working with local suppliers from Sutherlands of Portsoy seafood, to locally grown vegetables from Speyfruit and beef from Aberlour’s S.A Mackie Butchers.
Our team has gone through vigorous training in preparation for reopening without compromising our friendly, home from home experience and we look forward to welcoming everyone back.”
Reservations are mandatory and can be made through sevenrooms.com or by calling 01340 881204 Copper Dog pub opening times – 10am – 10pm 7 days a week
Accommodation will open from May 17th and guests will be able to pre-book online here.


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Your morning sets the tone for the rest of your day and one of the best ways to ensure a great start is a healthy and balanced breakfast. You’ve surely heard it’s the most important meal as morning meal provides the body with the energy and nutrients needed to kick-start the day. It also prepares it for a day full of activities.
Studies have shown that skipping the morning meal is associated with obesity as well as with decreased vitality and impaired social, emotional, and mental health functioning. Thus, it’s better to eat a bowl of any type of cereal in the morning than to skip breakfast. Cereals are edible parts of grains such as rye, oats, barley, maize, triticale, millet, and sorghum.
However, the food you choose in the morning will fuel you for the rest of the day, so it pays to pick a wholesome cereal that can keep you full and provide the nutrients you need. When you eat cereal in the morning, you’re less likely to experience cravings for unhealthy, high-calorie and high-fat foods later in the day.
Breakfast cereals, if prepared properly, if they have proper ingredients, and don't have too much sugar (in one form or another), can be a very healthy food. These breakfast cereals are oatmeal, corn flakes (to a certain point), and muesli.
Healthy cereals have high quantity of fibers both soluble and insoluble. Insoluble fibers help digestion and prevent constipation which is both good for the body. Soluble fiber delays stomach emptying which prolongs the feeling of satiety and doesn't force you to eat for a longer time after you have eaten cereals. Below are the benefits of cereals
- They are great source of energy as they can provide us with up to 30 percent of the total calories in the diet.
- Cereals are good source of protein
- Cereals are great source of Minerals and also contain zinc, copper & manganese which are very important for body health.
- Cereals contain phytosterols that block the estrogen that promotes the production of cancer in breasts. Studies have shown that cereals can even prevent colon cancer due to their fiber-rich content.
- Cereals helps in getting rid of constipation
- Due to their fiber-rich content, cereals are a great way to regulate your blood sugar levels as they decrease the levels of HbA1c.
- Cereals are good source of vitamins.
- Breakfast made with whole grains is a great way to manage your weight.
- Cereals are good for your cardiovascular health when consumed in the right amount.
Cereals are a good source of proteins and other nutrients. They are cheap and easily accessible. But you have to remember that they are also rich in salt, sugar, and fats & one should not eat them excessively.
If you are looking to buy cereals for you & your family, then good Eatin’ & Co is one of the best affordable luxury food store delivering all of your healthy breakfast need at your doorstep. Visit our cereals & muesli section & choose from our assortment of healthy cereals which are easy to prepare, yummy & nutritious and help you to start your day in the best possible way.


Do you want to know how to lose weight fast naturally? To really see best results from any diet plan you choose to use, you need to learn a few ‘diet commandments’. These are guidelines that must be followed if you are going to see superior results that will help propel you forward.
Sadly, many people miss out on one or more of these and it greatly costs them their success.
Want to learn more? Check out the list of five commandments below.
Thou Shall Eat More Protein
Of all the foods that you could eat while on a fat loss diet, protein is perhaps the most important. Protein helps combat hunger, it helps stabilize blood glucose levels, and it helps prevent lean muscle mass loss. This in turn helps speed up your metabolism and accelerates the process of fat loss.
Don’t let your diet intake fall short. Aim to eat some protein in each and every meal and snack that you consume.
Thou Shall Eat Regularly
While the concept that your metabolism will increase the more often you eat isn’t entirely accurate — as the boost you get after a meal is directly related to the size of that meal — eating regularly does help to keep hunger at bay.
By feeding your body frequently throughout the day, you’ll help avoid food cravings, energy lows, and make it that much easier to stick to your diet program.
Thou Shall Prioritize Fresh Foods
When selecting your foods, eating fresh is a must. We live in a world where processed foods are around every corner and just waiting to cause us weight gain.
Eliminate these and you’ll really give your diet a boost. Focus on foods in their natural state — fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats and oils, and lean proteins.
If you only make one change to your diet plan, make it this one.
Thou Shall Set Short Term Goals
One diet rule that you should abide by and follow is to always set short term goals for yourself. Think about what you are doing in the here and now, not months from now. It’s too easy to lose sight of your goals if they are going to take place six months to a year down the road.
Try thinking in three-week segments. Three weeks is about how long it takes for good habits to form, so is the perfect amount of time to you build behaviors that will stand the test of time.
Thou Shall Stop Comparisons
Finally, stop comparing yourself to others. Realize that this is your own journey and your own body. It’s unlike anyone else’s so you simply can’t expect to see the same results as everyone else.
Instead, start comparing yourself today to yourself from yesterday. That will give you all the details you need to know. If each day you are getting better, you are successful in your journey.
So keep these diet commandments in mind. Focus on these and you can feel confident that you are headed in the right direction.
4 Reasons Why Most Diets Fail
Wondering why you just cannot see success with your diet plan? Do you feel like every diet you go on, you eventually fall off somewhere along the line?
Are you ready to toss in the towel on fat loss for good?
Don’t be. If you stop and take a minute to look at the four reasons why most diets fail, and then find yourself a diet plan that overcomes these reasons, you will soon find yourself on track to optimal success.
Let’s look at the four key factors that you need to know.
Unrealistic Calorie Intakes
The first big reason why most diets fail is because they simply have you striving to take in an unrealistic number of calories each day. In other words, they put you into “starvation mode”. They are causing you to consume so little food that your body literally starts shutting down to conserve fuel.
When it does this, you know that you are on a one-way path to a fat loss plateau. Yes, you do need to lower your calorie intake to see fat loss results, but you need to do so wisely in a way that you can maintain your “metabolic engine”, so to speak.
Lack Of Satiety-Boosting Nutrients
Next, another big issue with most conventional diets is they aren’t providing you enough of the two most satisfying nutrients: protein and fiber. You need protein to function optimally. It’s also the nutrient that’s the slowest to break down and digest in the body, so it will provide immediate satiety.
Couple that with dietary fiber, which is found in fresh fruits and vegetables, and it’ll slow digestion even further.
Many crash diet plans are very low in protein, and while they do have you eating lots of vegetables, many discourage the consumption of fruit.
By making these two nutrients a focus of your plan instead, you can see results that much faster and enjoy being on the diet while you do.
Time Consuming Meal Prep
Who has an hour each and every day to meal prep? Not me — and definitely not you. Yet, many diet plans are so complex that they require this. If that’s the diet you’re on, it’s no wonder you’re failing.
Instead, you want to find an approach that gives you some basic and easy-to-implement guidelines that will help you realize true success with your program.
This plan should not take hours to follow each week, and should work with your lifestyle. When you find such a plan, it’ll be easier than ever to stick with.
Now, chances are you’ve heard that any diet you follow should encourage a long-term approach — and I agree. When you make diet changes, you should be focusing on maintaining healthy eating in the long term.
But, if your diet plan is designed to go on for months, this can kill your motivation in its tracks.
Find a diet with a definite deadline. Three weeks is optimal here as that is the amount of time it takes to build good habits – habits that stick. Also, three weeks is a long enough period of time that you can see good results, but not so long that it’s hard to stay motivated.
Anyone should be able to do three weeks if they put their mind to it. This is precisely what The 3 Week Diet is built upon. By doing this diet, you can see remarkable changes in as little as three short weeks and once you see how easy it is to melt the fat, you’ll want to stick with the plan much longer than that.
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- 1 medium sweet potato
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2″ pieces
- 1 can of beans of your choice
- 1 cup vegetable juice, optional tomato juice
- 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Kosher or sea salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- Preheat oven to 200°C. Wrap sweet potato in foil, place on an oven safe pan and bake until tender, approximately 1 hour. Allow to cool slightly before peeling.
- In a medium skillet, add oil and sauté onion over medium-low heat until tender, approximately 5 minutes. Add onion, sweet potato, and all other ingredients to the slow cooker, stir to combine. Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours, or high 3-4 hours.
- Stove-top version: Follow the instructions above except add ingredients to a heavy pot, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce heat to a simmer and cook until carrots are tender, approximately two hours. Add additional broth or water for a thinner soup consistency.
- 3 tbsp Creative Nature Chia Seeds
- 1 tbsp Creative Nature Goji Berries
- 1 cup cooled Chai tea
- For the Whipped coconut cream
- 1 tin of coconut milk chilled in fridge overnight
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- Scraped seeds from vanilla pod
- Mix all ingredients together in a jar and leave for at least 30 mins to get all plump and juicy.
- Meanwhile make your whipped coconut cream. To do this scrape out the solid part from your tin of chilled coconut milk and whisk up with coconut sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Mix your chai chia pudding with pomegranate seeds, then layer on Sharon fruit, granola and whipped coconut cream. Garnish with more goji berries, clementine and granola.
- 1 Courgette
- 1tbsp Creative Nature Shelled Hempseeds
- 1 Clove of Garlic
- 1tbsp Olive oil
- Handful of basil
- Use a spiralizer to create the courgette noodles.(Pre packed can be used).
- In a bowl pour boiling water over the zoodles & peas and leave them to cook for 2 minutes. (For raw version, skip this step).
- Combine rest of the ingredients in the blender to make the pesto. Add more oil if necessary.
- Drain the hot water from the zoodles and mix in the pesto. Serve and enjoy!
- 1 Large Avocado
- 2tbsp Creative Nature Cacao Powder
- Maple Syrup (to taste)
- In a blender or food processor, blend avocado until smooth.
- Add the Cacao Powder & maple syrup and blend until smooth.
- Chill for about 2 hours in the fridge or half an hour in the freezer.
- 1 can chickpeas (or beans of your choice), drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup celery, sliced
- 1/2 cup carrots, diced
- 1/4 – 1/3 cup scallions, sliced
- 1/4 cup or so hummus or tahini (any vegan mayo works too)*
- 1 – 2 tablespoons mustard (stoneground or dijon)
- sea salt & cracked pepper, to taste
- dash of garlic powder
- juice of 1 lemon, optional
- small handful pumpkin seeds, optional
- paprika/smoked paprika, garnish
- Drain and rinse your chickpeas, place in medium size bowl and roughly mash with a fork or potato masher. Add the remaining ingredients and combine. Add more hummus if you like it creamier and taste for seasoning.
- Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Top Tip : Pop the Chickpea salad mix between a couple of slices of bread with some avocado and you have yourself a salad sandwich for eating on the go.
Saturday – Recipe for Chocolate ‘Cake’ Oats by @vegan_danni
- 2 cups of non-dairy milk
- 2 heaped tbsp. of Creative Nature Superfoods cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp of cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp of black strap molasses
- 1 cup of oats
- 1 heaped tbsp. of coconut or cane sugar
- Frozen berries (for topping)
- In a bowl mix 2 cups of non-dairy milk, 2 heaped tbsp. of Creative Nature Superfoods cocoa powder, 1/2 tsp of cinnamon, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract and 1/2 tsp of black strap molasses.
- Bring this to the boil and then after its heated stir in 1 cup of oats to the mixture.
- Mix in 1 heaped tbsp. of coconut or cane sugar and let oats cook to desired texture!
- Top with frozen berries to complete & any seeds.
- 1 small sweet potato, baked
- 42 grams dry quinoa
- 42 grams dry barley
- 400 gram can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 fresh red peppers
- Preheat oven to gas mark 6. Bake the sweet potato for 45-60 minutes or until soft.
- While the sweet potato is baking, cook the quinoa and barley in separate pots until soft, about 30-60 minutes (barley takes a little longer).
- Remove the stem and seeds from the red peppers. Cut the whole pepper in quarters and the half a pepper in half, and roast all six pieces in the oven for about 15-20 minutes.
- Once the sweet potato is baked and cooled, combine garbanzo beans, sweet potato, parsley, cayenne pepper, cumin, salt and pepper, flour, and one tablespoon oil in a food processor.
- Allow the grains to cool, and then in a separate bowl, mix the bean mixture with the quinoa and barley.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a large pan on medium heat. Place heaped spoonful’s of the mixture onto the hot pan, and use the back of the spoon to pat them flat and form four-inch diameter patties. Brown both sides of each burger. Serve on a bun with one piece of the roasted pepper, sliced into thirds.
‘Be Bold For Change’ was the phrase on the minds of women and supporters worldwide this International Women’s Day, Wednesday, 8th March. #BeBoldForChange is a slogan meant to rouse supporters of gender equality to take action and begin to establish a fair society, one of which parity between genders is a common mindset. Last year’s International Women’s Day was one of great significance, many people of influence around the world such as; Richard Branson (Vigrin CEO), Fiona Dawson (Global President) and Mark Weinberger (EY Global Chairman), pledged their allegiance to equality not only within their organisations, but to wherever their reach allowed.
In the UK, thousands of organisations across the country held events not only celebrating women of today, but taking the opportunity to educate the masses at conferences and marches to make sure the point is clear; IWD is a campaign for equality, everyone needs to be on board.
We at Creative Nature are very proud after this year’s events, as our very own founder and CEO, Julianne Ponan, was a keynote speaker at the ‘Empower Women of Croydon’ seminar, inspiring fellow women with the story of how she’s launched her own innovative products, reaching high end retailers in a 4 year period, and is now going global with our brand.
The result of the world’s love and effort in supporting this change of the world has been even more substantial than ever, millions were raised for international charities and trusts supporting women’s health, socioeconomic positions and going towards women suffering from domestic abuse.
As wonderful as the outcome of this International Women’s Day has been, it’s still to be seen as cleaning up the mess from our societies’ unfair, patriarchal past.
There’s still a long way to go, so keep being bold for change.
What is Spirulina? Spirulina is the world’s first superfood, and one of the most nutrient-rich foods on Earth. Spirulina has between 55 and 70% protein (more than beef, chicken, and soybeans), 8 essential and 10 non-essential amino acids, as well as high levels of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), beta-carotene, linoleic acid, arachidonic acid, vitamin B12, iron, calcium, phosphorus, nucleic acids RNA & DNA, chlorophyll, and phycocyanin, a pigment-protein complex that is found only in blue-green algae.
Spirulina provides a wide range of health benefits almost immediately upon ingestion. It provides a near-instantaneous boost to your energy, while helping to improve endurance and reduce fatigue. It helps improve the immune system, and provides exceptional support for the heart, liver, and kidneys. Spirulina is also a natural detoxifier, oxygenating the blood, and helping cleanse the body of toxins and other impurities that may be causing illnesses or other health complications.
Spirulina is also a natural appetite suppressant, and it helps to improve the body’s digestive system. It also has very powerful antioxidant properties and it helps to balance the body’s pH, thereby reducing inflammation throughout the body in a safe and chemical-free way.
Studies show that Hawaiian Spirulina has higher beta-carotene and superior enzyme levels than Organic or other country’s Spirulina varieties. At Creative Nature we only source the highest quality ingredients for you!
“It’s proven to be the best Spirulina in the world and has been around for billions of years! Hawaiian Spirulina is a must have in the Creative nature ultimate range. Get that body revitalised!” Julianne, owner
Reasons to choose Creative Nature’s Hawaiian Spirulina:
- Naturally grown in pure, deep ocean water containing 94 trace minerals
- Highest levels of mixed carotenoids, enzymes and antioxidants of any Spirulina in the world
- Higher iron content than spinach
- Best vegan form of protein in the world
- Good source of Phycocyanin, Chlorophyll and Beta-Carotene
- 100% natural and raw
- Sugar free
- Certified Vegan and Vegetarian
- Free from gluten, dairy, GMO, soya and lactose
- No added sugar, preservatives or sweeteners
- Sourced from Hawaii
Ingredients: 100% Hawaiian Spirulina Powder, and that’s all!
|Per 100g||Per 3g serving||%RDA|
|Of which: saturates||1.6g||0.05g||0.25%|
|Of which: sugars*||trace||trace||<0.1%|
|Vitamin A (as beta-carotene)||11,250iu||338iu||34%|
|Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)||75mcg||2.3mcg||0.3%|
|Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)||110mcg||3.3mcg||0.3%|
|Vitamin B3 (Niacin)||450mcg||14mcg||1.1%|
|Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)||2mcg||0.06mcg||4%|
|Vitamin E (Tocopherol)||45mcg||1.4mcg|
*naturally occurring sugars
Food pictures have well and truly taken over Instagram, we’re all guilty of taking the odd picture when we’re presented with a plate of well-presented food, so much so that there are around 208million posts on #food.
This week we’ve compiled some of our favourite recipes from Instagram for you!
This Creamy Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding by @befrox is the perfect chocolate fix for your week!
1/4 cup chia seeds
1 1/4 cup non-dairy milk
2 tbsp. raw cacao nibs
1 tbsp. raw cacao powder
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
4 dates (or 4 tbsp. agave nectar/maple syrup)
Pinch of salt
Optional: 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blend on high speed until very smooth
You may need to scrape down the sides of your blender once or twice to make sure all ingredients are well blended into the pudding
Taste for sweetness and add extra agave nectar / dates if desired
Pour the pudding into two jars and place in the fridge to set until thoroughly chilled, at least 4 hours
Serve cold and enjoy!
Or this Mint Nice Cream topped with Chocolate Pistachio Apricot Kernel Bark by @madeby_danica which is a creation to die for!
For the Chocolate Bark:
200g Good Quality Dark Chocolate
100g Roasted Pistachios
50g Roasted Apricot Kernels
2 Tbsp of Melted Cacao butter
Fully melt the dark chocolate and spread out on a paper lined baking sheet.
Drizzle the melted cacao butter and swirl into the dark chocolate.
Then sprinkle the roasted nuts &kernels onto the chocolate and leave to set.
Then break into pieces.
For the Mint Nice Cream (1-2 servings):
3-4 Frozen bananas
1 bunch of mint leaves
Few drops of food grade mint oil
You can juice the mint leaves for a mint swirl effect but simply chopping the leaves works too.
Blend your frozen bananas and mint oil in your food processor till smooth and creamy you may need to add a tablespoon of water to bring together. Add chopped or juiced leaves and a piece of chocolate bark.
Our products used in these recipes are available on our website just follow the links below!
Apricot Kernels – http://www.creativenaturesuperfoods.co.uk/product/bitter-apricot-kernels/
Cacao Nibs – http://www.creativenaturesuperfoods.co.uk/product/organic-cacao-nibs/
Cacao Powder – http://www.creativenaturesuperfoods.co.uk/product/organic-cacao-powder/
Chia Seeds – http://www.creativenaturesuperfoods.co.uk/product/chia-seeds/
In 2016 we saw the meteoric rise of ‘The Green Smoothie’, many of us ate more Kale and Avocados than we ever thought we could, but what will you be adding to your smoothie this year?
Chia Seeds – Chia Seeds boast an envious nutritional profile! Our Chia Seeds contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol, bones, teeth and support normal muscle function, so they’re a great addition to your morning smoothie and they’re also great for keeping you fuller for longer!
Barley Grass – Our Organic Barley Grass Powder is sourced from New Zealand and is a great addition to any green smoothie! It’s low in fat, saturated fat, refined sugar and salt and contains 34% RDA Vitamin C per serving, so is perfect for helping you detox!
Cacao Powder – Our Organic Cacao Powder is the perfect smoothie ingredient for chocolate lovers! Our Cacao Powder comes from Peruvian Criollo cacao beans and has no added sugars, preservatives or sweeteners so is perfect for when you want some guilt free chocolate!
Maca Powder – Maca Powder is a great energy booster and is a Good source of Vitamins, minerals, fibre and amino acids. Our CEO Julianne said “To help me through a busy day, I pop this small but mighty root powder into my morning smoothie, to keep me calm in the mind yet energised in the body.”
Spirulina Powder – Our Hawaiian Spirulina is naturally grown in pure, deep ocean water containing 94 trace minerals and is perfect for a detoxing smoothie. “It’s proven to be the best Spirulina in the world and has been around for billions of years! Hawaiian Spirulina is a must have in the Creative nature ultimate range. Get that body revitalised!” Julianne, Creative Nature CEO
If you pop the hashtag #cleaneating into Instagram there are currently more than 27.7million posts, with images of everything from colourful salads, flat stomachs, green smoothies and everything in-between. When I searched the term the other day, this is what I was presented with.
They’re all pretty glamourous looking pictures aren’t they? A posted gym selfie, arms folded in a way to show off maximum muscle and of course the food pictures.
I can tell you from my experience that getting that angle on your smoothie bowl takes some serious effort, by the time you’ve contorted yourself into the most ridiculous photo taking position your left wondering is it all worth it?
In January Ella Mills, better known as Deliciously Ella, branded the ‘clean eating’ movement as ‘dirty’. So what is clean eating?
Essentially clean eating is about eating whole foods, or “real” foods, those that are un- or minimally processed, refined, and handled, making them as close to their natural form as possible. The Oxford Dictionary defines clean eating as: “Relating to a diet consisting of unprocessed, unrefined, and nutrient-rich food, typically eaten as small meals throughout the day,”
Has the clean eating movement done us any good?
We can’t deny that the UK could do a little better when it comes to healthier eating. Many young people today wouldn’t be able to cook any meal from scratch, ‘cooking’ simply consists of putting a ready-made meal in the oven on microwave these days. As a nation we are accustomed to frequent restaurant dinners, microwave meals and ordering takeaways at the touch of a button, and what’s the betting that you’d spend a few extra pounds to get free delivery on that pizza you so badly needed?
However a 2016 PwC study found that healthy eating is now increasingly on consumers’ agendas, with 47% of the 18 to 35 group reporting healthier eating habits between 2015 and 2016 than in the year before, and a predicted increase to 53% in the next year. Due to social media it has become fashionable for people to pay more attention to their diet, because a green smoothie is way more ‘instagrammable’ than a microwave lasagne, am I right?
Books such as Joe Wick’s Lean in 15 have put the message out there that ‘it’s easy to cook from fresh’, or ‘I don’t need to buy processed foods all the time’.” In 18 months, the Instagram star’s three titles have sold more books than any other UK weight-loss title since records began. This surely is saying something about our changing attitudes towards healthy eating.
Here are some of our top ‘Clean Eating’ Tips!
- Never skip breakfast – Eating something in the morning boosts your energy levels and gets you set up for the day.
- Drink plenty of water – Most of us don’t drink enough water each day, we should have roughly 2 litres per day.
- Avoid ready-made meals and cook from scratch instead – Cooking from scratch is the only way to know exactly what is going into your food.
- Have a meal plan – It’s so much easier to stick to a healthy eating regime if you have a plan in place.
- Allow yourself a treat every now and again – Resisting temptation can be one of the hardest things to do, it’s best to allow yourself small treats so you don’t end up on a junk food binge!
- Swap to healthier alternatives – If you don’t think you can give up your beloved chocolate why not try swapping to Cacao? Cacao is raw, high in magnesium and free from Gluten & Dairy so is the perfect substitute while still getting that chocolate fix! You can pick up our Organic Cacao Powder and Organic Cacao Nibs on our website, on Ocado and in various independent health stores!
Let’s be honest, for many of us there is nothing more tempting than that bar of chocolate. Am I right? It’s on discount, positioned by the tills, it’s practically screaming at you to pick it up, you’ve just battled the masses while doing your weekly shop, so you deserve a treat right?
However as more and more of us are turning to a healthier lifestyle, we’re turning our backs on the once irresistible treat of milk or white chocolate and are looking for alternatives. One of the main alternatives that we are turning to is Cacao. But what is it?
‘Cacao’ refers to any of the food products derived from the cacao bean that have remained ‘raw’. These products include cacao nibs, cacao butter, cacao mass or paste, but most commonly cacao powder. Raw cacao powder is made by cold-pressing unroasted cocoa beans, this process retains the living enzymes and removes the fat (cacao butter).
‘Cocoa’ looks the same however there is a big difference. Cocoa powder is the ‘raw cacao’ that’s been roasted at high temperatures. The effect of roasting the cacao is the molecular structure of the cocoa bean changes, lowering the overall nutritional value and destroying the health benefits
There are many studies that boast of chocolate’s amazing health benefits, however these sadly aren’t referring to your average, store-bought chocolate bar. The ‘chocolate’ that they’re referring to is much closer to cacao, and also includes dark chocolate.
So, what are the health benefits of cacao I hear you ask? Cacao powder is known to have a higher antioxidant content than cocoa, and cacao is the purest form of chocolate you can consume, which means it is raw and much less processed than cocoa powder or chocolate bars. Cacao is thought to be the highest source of antioxidants of all foods and the highest source of magnesium of all foods.
Cacao powder contains more fibre and calories than cocoa powder since more of the nutrients from the whole bean are still intact. Cacao is an excellent source of monounsaturated fats, cholesterol-free saturated fats, vitamins, minerals, fibre, natural carbohydrates, and protein that make it an excellent source of nutrients.
So why don’t you swap your cocoa for cacao? You can use cocoa powder and cacao powder interchangeably in baking recipes, smoothies, and other treats so making the change to cacao is easy, plus cacao will still satisfy that chocolate craving!
Our Organic Cacao Powder is available on our website, through Ocado and various independent health stores.
Bored with the same old banana or strawberry smoothie? Mix up your blender routine with something new. Try these five delicious super-nutrients you may have overlooked.
That innocent-looking green tea that accompanies your Chinese takeout is one of the healthiest beverages you can drink. It has a fresh, light, somewhat earthy taste and it mixes well with avocado, grapes, berries, kale or spinach in a smoothie.
Green tea has antioxidant catechins, which may prevent cancer, the amino acid L-theanine to relax you, a small amount of caffeine for energy and a polyphenol called epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) to prevent inflammation.
Brew green tea (or the stronger matcha green tea) to the strength you like, then refrigerate it for 30 minutes. Add the desired amount of tea to your blender along with fruit, veggies and other ingredients.
Here’s an alternative to yogurt and vegan milk. Probiotic Kefir, a cultured dairy product, contains more beneficial strains of bacteria than yogurt. It’s mildly sweet, a little tangy and has a consistency similar to buttermilk. Make your own kefir at home or buy unflavored kefir from the health food store.
You can use kefir instead of yogurt in any fruit or vegetable smoothie. Try using it with kale, peaches and bananas for a slightly sweet smoothie the whole family can enjoy.
Known for its purifying qualities and entirely free from gluten, dairy, soya and lactose, barley grass is a fantastic addition to your next smoothie. Barley grass has many proven health benefits including relief from digestive system problems and discomfort and contributing to the maintenance of healthy skin and bone metabolism. It is packed with vitamins including Vitamin A, a range of B Vitamins, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and vitamin K. It blends with ease into practically any smoothie too.
Ginger contains gingerol which fights against inflammation, congestion, and queasy stomachs. Chop fresh ginger root to add to your smoothie. It has a sharp, spicy taste and adds a kick to your drink, along with the health benefits. Ginger tea or ginger spice from the supermarket won’t have the same edge, and you’ll get fewer antioxidants. Once you’ve gotten used to drinking green smoothies, add a tablespoon of chopped ginger to a green smoothie to liven up your veggie drink.
Pomegranates, prized as a medicinal treatment for centuries, are full of antioxidants as well as Vitamin C, fiber, and protein. You eat the crunchy seeds inside this round, red fruit, which have a sweet but tart taste, like a cross between cranberries and apples. Add pomegranate seeds to your smoothie to increase Vitamin C and give it a tart edge. If you can’t find fresh pomegranates where you live, substitute pomegranate juice.
We would like to say a massive thank you to Jenny Holt who guest wrote our blog this week!
So we’re nearly two weeks into 2017. How are the New Year’s resolutions going? Have you stuck to them? Or crumbled at the first sight of a slice of chocolate cake?
Don’t get me wrong, setting New Year’s resolutions is a great way to start the year but most of the time we set ourselves resolutions that are just too drastic to impose on our day to day lives. Remember that target of hitting 30,000 steps a day you set yourself when you got a Fitbit for Christmas? It might not be quite as achievable when you’re back working a 9 to 5, so set yourself achievable targets.
Resolutions have become about the things we want to remove from our lives instead of what we could add in the year ahead. We should focus more on making our resolutions fun and realistic. Also your resolutions aren’t set in stone, so if you don’t hit your target, it doesn’t matter, just remember that you have made a start on your resolution. Resolutions aren’t just for January, just like a puppy isn’t just for Christmas, so remember that not achieving that resolution in January doesn’t mean you’ve failed it, there’s still another 11 months to make that change!
A simple resolution for 2017 may be to drink more water, we find that a glass of lemon water in the morning helps to kick-start our day. Our Barley Grass or Spirulina also give you that hit of energy you need in the morning, they can be taken as a shot or added to the green smoothies you told yourself to start making in 2017.
According to ‘StatisticBrain’,Healthier Eating / Weight Loss is the top New Year’s resolution that we will make for 2017, so exercise is key to success. By simply walking to the shops instead of driving you’re making a small step, plus carrying the shopping home could be the perfect substitution for the weight training you said you’d do, right?
Here’s my top 3 goals to start your New Year
- Take a water bottle to work and make sure you finish it by the end of the day
- Stand up and walk around during your lunch break
- Incorporate 1 Superfood into your diet a week.
Have a great 2017 and remember … you’ve got this!
Chia seeds and pistachios are a part of the ultimate protein dream! Not to mention all the important antioxidants and vitamins that go along with it. Be sure to check out the yummy recipe below and try using our Creative Nature Chia Seeds!
This delicious breakfast combo has our mouths watering. Despite their great taste, blueberries are incredibly healthy for you as they are jam packed with antioxidants! Alongside this, Greek yogurt has a huge amount of nutritional value, with it being full of protein. This breakfast option satisfies your sweet tooth whilst also giving you the perfect detox and energy boost for the day!
This perfect power smoothie is full of all the right nutritional ingredients. The avocado in the smoothie provides a lot of fibre, potassium and vitamin C, whilst also making the smoothie rich and creamy. The spinach brings a kick of iron to the smoothie, as well as serving several other healthy functions such as keeping your hair and nails healthy. Lastly, the pineapple in the smoothie contributes to sweetening the taste, as well as providing many other health benefits such as adding calcium, potassium and vitamin C to the smoothie. Check out the recipe below!
Dark Chocolate & Apples
When eaten together, dark chocolate and apples are said to help break up blood clots. With apples being associated with lowering the risk of death from heart disease and dark chocolate being rich in antioxidants and supporting heart health, this combo is a health match made in heaven! So, next time you are slicing up some apples to eat, why not add some dark chocolate to the mix to maximise the health benefits completely!
Broccoli and avocado make the perfect superfood filling combo for a cheesy quesadilla! The broccoli is full of sulforaphane, which helps clean your body of cancer-causing chemicals and the avocado provides a lot of fibre, potassium and vitamin C. All together in a cheesy quesadilla wrap is a healthy and hearty dream come true! Check out the recipe below.
Green Tea & Lemon
Green tea seems to be the craze these days and this is due to its richness in antioxidants. By squeezing a lemon into the green tea, it helps our bodies to absorb these all-important nutrients better. This combination can help improve weight loss and can help to fight diseases.
Raw Cacao, Nut & Berry Truffles
Behold the ultimate superfood dessert! These truffles are loaded with superfoods including goji berries, raw cacao, hemp seeds, chia seeds and walnuts. The goji berries are full of beta-carotene, which helps to promote healthy skin, boost the immune system and protect the eyes. The raw cacao in the truffles has lots of antioxidants which can benefit the body in many ways such as by improving your memory, reducing risk of heart disease, shedding fat, boosting immunity and creating lots of energy. As well as this the hemp seeds in the recipe are rich in fatty acids and nutrients, while the chia seeds are full of protein and low in calories. For the full recipe, click the link below and be sure to use our Creative Nature goji berries, hemp seeds and chia seeds!
Flax & Quinoa Porridge
Adding quinoa to your porridge aids in starting off your day perfectly. Quinoa is packed with protein and all the essential amino acids, as well as being a good source of potassium, iron, magnesium and Vitamin B. Also, adding in flax seeds into the porridge, helps to add a source of tasty nutty fibre, as well as a healthy kick of omega 3 fatty acids. Flax assists in providing effective fibre for your heart alongside adding flavour to the quinoa as well. Sweeten and spice up the quinoa porridge how you like, be it with a healthy sweetener, some spices and perhaps some non-dairy milk if you would like to.
Sweet Potato & Cheese
Sweet potatoes are full of vitamin C and are also an excellent source of potassium, dietary fibre and the Vitamin B’s. Pairing this with cheese, which contains a lot of fatty acids, works well as it enables fast absorption carotenoids in sweet potato. These two match together perfectly as they balance out one another to create the perfect savoury combo.
This flawless superfood shake is perfect for the typical chocolate obsessed health freak! This shake combines chia seeds which are very high in omega 3 fatty acids, as well as dietary fibre and protein. Also in the shake are pistachios, bananas and of course cocoa powder. Which all contribute to forming this ideal superfood shake. Check out the full recipe below and be sure to make it using our Creative Nature chia seeds.
Smoothie Bowls seem to be the new craze lately! Understandably so as these bowls offer a healthy breakfast option full of energy for those who have a bit of extra time in the morning. Add a twist to your usual morning smoothie by making a bit extra to fill up a bowl and adding your own choice of fruit and superfoods! Our Creative Nature Superfoods would be a perfect addition into the smoothies itself or sprinkled over the top; try adding our Guarana powder for that extra boost in the morning and why not sprinkle our cacao nibs over the top of the bowl as a conventional chocolate alternative!
Anything goes with smoothie bowls as there is such a variety of recipes and endless ingredient options to make them from. One of best things about this new breakfast craze is how creative you can get with it. Making the bowls look pretty enough to post on Instagram is half the fun of making a smoothie bowl! Be sure to make your own smoothie bowls using products from Creative Nature and tag us on Instagram (@creativenaturesuperfoods) and we could feature you on our page!
Check out 11 amazing breakfast smoothie bowls here: https://www.buzzfeed.com/lindsayhunt/smoothie-bowls?utm_term=.uhOalJPeN#.pmWdEo87R
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day as it fuels you up for the day ahead. However, we understand that sometimes you don’t have enough time in the morning to make a pretty smoothie bowl or even pour yourself a bowl of cereal in the morning and you need something to grab on the go! There are many snack bars and breakfast bars out there that can fill you up with a good source of energy to last you the morning. Our own Creative Nature Goji Goodness snack bar, is not only full in flavour, but is also rich in Vitamin C, full of energy and antioxidants, providing you with the perfect on-the-go breakfast snack! Although we encourage everyone to have a proper nutritious breakfast meal; we know this isn’t always possible and hope snacks such as our Goji Goodness bar can act as an effective substitute that can tide you over until lunch!
One of the easiest breakfast options is overnight oats. Prepare your breakfast the night before to give yourself that little bit longer in bed! All y
ou need to do is combine oats with our Creative Nature chia seeds, fruit of your choice and milk/yogurt of your choice and then ensure the container is sealed before placing it in the fridge overnight. In the morning, you’ll have a delicious overnight oats breakfast ready and waiting for you! Cold morning? You can always pop the oats in the microwave for 1-2 minutes to warm yourself up whilst giving you that necessary energy to start your day!
HIMALAYAN SALT INHALER (SALT THERAPY)
The salt is utilised to address respiratory problems and improve one’s overall health. Many people over the years have visited European salt mines (of Himalayan salt) to breathe in the salt-rich air. When the salty air is inhaled, it travels through the whole respiratory system. The antibacterial properties help to purify and detox the lungs and sinuses. Studies have shown that salt therapy is effective for reducing asthma, helping with chesty coughs, improving the respiratory system of smokers, improving skin conditions such as eczema and improving lung conditions in individuals with cystic fibrosis.
If you want to try this therapy in your home, you’ll need a Himalayan Salt Inhaler. This is a jar with a spout. To use, you must put your mouth over the spout and inhale the purifying salt air. Exhale through your nose, and do this for around 10-15 minutes for effective results.
Adding Himalayan salt to your bath (1-2 cups recommended), creates a rejuvenating and detoxing home spa. The salt bath helps to draw out toxins, deep cleanses the skin and cleanses the body energetically. It’s not recommended to not have the bath too hot, just pleasantly warm. It’s also advised to not stay in the bath longer than 15-20 minutes as this amount of time allows for muscles to relax completely; sometimes even to the point of weakness.
One of the simplest ways to gain health benefits from Himalayan salt is to use it instead of the usual refined salt in your salt shaker. Health benefits of Himalayan salt includes aiding in hormone balance for both men and women, supporting a healthy metabolism and is required to make adequate stomach acids.
DID YOU KNOW?
Adding a pinch of Himalayan salt to all your beverages aids in improving hydration!
Barley Grass and Chlorella are both superfoods which can both provide health benefits to many. The superfoods, which can be taken as supplements, pills or in juice form, like most products, have some side effects to their use. Through weighing up these advantages and disadvantages, I have found that the use of the New Zealand Barley grass has an overpowering number of benefits to its use over Chlorella.
Barley grass comes from the soft green shoot of the barley plant grown in New Zealand. The superfood is amongst one of the earliest grown sweet grass in the world and is described by its discoverer as ‘nature’s best fast food’ due to its multidimensional health benefits, which was the reason for its popularity with the ancient Greeks and Romans. Barley grass has also obtained an enormous amount of popularity around the globe today for its ability to cure a broad range of illnesses.
In terms of the health benefits, Barley grass is a fantastic natural detoxifier! The cleansing ability in Barley grass can eliminate harmful heavy metals accumulated in our bodies, including lead, which may cause behaviour problems and learning disorders particularly in kids. Alongside this, Barley grass is the ultimate hangover cure as it aids the body in strengthening the detoxification of the liver.
Barley grass has also been known to help fight addiction in our bodies. The glutamic acid in the barley grass prevents the need for harmful addictive substances such as alcohol, drugs, caffeine and sugary sweets.
One of the most desirable benefits of barley grass is that it can help prevent signs of ageing! Barley grass can naturally stimulate the regeneration of cells without any side effects. These renewing effects in the barley grass help to prevent the signs of ageing by rejuvenating the ageing cells and helps preserve healthy and youthful skin.
With anything this good, there are side effects present, however minimal ones at that! Although barley grass is generally safe, it’s important to bear in mind the precautions of its use, which include possible vomiting, itching and a burning sensation in the throat. Anyone suffering with celiac disease should try and steer clear of the usage of barley products as it may contain gluten protein and therefore could interfere and cause serious complications to the body.
Chlorella is a single-cell green algae belonging to the phylum Chlorophyta. I found there were also several health benefits to using this product. The use of chlorella can improve flu vaccine responses dramatically, as well as increasing the number of ‘good bacteria’ in the intestine to improve digestion. Chlorella can be used for the prevention of stress-related ulcers and rashes, the treatment of constipation, bad breath, reduction of asthma attacks and hypertension, amongst many others.
However, the side effects and disadvantages of chlorella seemed to outweigh these advantages in contrast with barley grass. Chlorella is only possibly safe when taken by mouth and has a long list of possible physical side effects including diarrhoea, nausea, gas and stomach cramping. There is also a big concern that chlorella may cause ‘bad bacteria’ to take over in the intestine of people with weak immune systems, which means it has a high risk for many people.
Obviously, both superfoods have amazing health benefits for our bodies (they aren’t called superfoods for nothing!), and every good thing has some bad things that accompany it! However, for two superfoods which hold similar benefits and can be consumed in similar ways, I found that if it came down to choosing between Barley Grass and Chlorella, Barley grass would be your safer and (even more) super option!
You may be wondering what Spirulina (pronounced spi-rah-lina) actually is and what it does for our bodies. The answer to that seems to be an ongoing list as it’s perhaps the world’s healthiest food! In technical terms, Spirulina is a deep green aquatic plant and nutritious dietary supplement. The superfood grows in water which has a high pH (alkaline) and after it has been harvested, spirulina can be sold in tablet, powder, flake and liquid forms. Despite being one of the world’s oldest foods, it’s fast becoming one of the world’s most current cutting-edge source of nutrition!
A major benefit of using Spirulina is that it actually helps prevent cancer. According to the University of Maryland Medical Centre, the superfood increases the production of antibodies which are infection-fighting proteins that improve immunity and help fight off chronic illnesses such as cancer. Which goes to show that consuming Spirulina can help your body prevent developing cancers.
Feeling tired or down? Dr Oz recommends combining 1 tsp of spirulina powder with 12 oz of lime juice and freezing the mixture in ice cube trays to give you a big healthy energy boost! The mixture of Spirulina and lime enhances energy performance as they unlock the sugar from our cells and when they are frozen, the cold from the ice boosts our metabolic energies to give our bodies a big “wake up call”.
Another positive to using the superfood Spirulina is that it can help speed up weight loss. Protein-rich foods like Spirulina promote weight loss because it takes more energy to metabolize. For example, when you eat protein, it helps maintain lean tissue and contributes to fat burning. As well as this, it can help lessen hunger and the best way to maximise this benefit is to consume Spirulina in the morning or during the day, rather than at night time.
Spirulina can actually be a beneficial supplement in improving one’s eye health. The green algae is rich in Vitamin A, which is important for maintaining healthy eyes. Which also relates to why your parents would always tell you to eat your carrots and say it would make you see in the dark- as it also maintains a lot of Vita
min A in it. However, Spirulina actually has ten times the amount of Vitamin A concentration per gram of carrots!
Lastly, a DIY face mask containing Spirulina can help to balance and brighten the skin. This recipe contains ½ a tsp of Spirulina Powder, 1 banana mashed up and 1 tsp of fresh lemon juice. Once the mask is mixed together and prepared, for effective results, it’s best to apply the mask and keep it on the skin for 10-20 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. In terms of what the mask actually does for your skin, the Spirulina has antibacterial properties which helps keep your pores clear and tight. As well as this, the superfood is loaded with an extensive number of antioxidants, which means it’s also effective in lessening the damaging effects of sun exposure and also helps to reduce the appearance of any lines or wrinkles. Along with this, the banana in the mask helps infuse moisture into the skin and the lemon juice brightens the skin.
There you have it! From not knowing what on earth Spirulina is (or how to pronounce it), you now know the quite spectacular benefits it has on our bodies, from effectively helping us lose weight to having magical cancer prevention powers! They don’t call it a ‘Super’-food for nothing.


Are you ready to learn and even cook up some of my family’s own recipes?
Spain Food…What can you say about Spanish food, as you can imagine food is very important in our culture, it is not only a means of nourishment but more importantly a way to socialize, like going for Tapas (ir de Tapas) and sharing time with your family.
Spain Food…I can still smell the aroma in my aunt’s kitchen while she prepared all those Sunday meals, where our family (and believe me we have big family!) would get to together and share not only a good meal but nice sobremesa afterwordsâ€¦
Let’s start by Learning some Spain Food History
Spanish food has been influenced by many cultures since throughout its history Spain was invaded by many groups such as: the Phoenicians, Greeks, Visigoths, Romans and particularly the Moors which resided in the Iberian peninsula for over 7 centuries until they were expelled for good in 1492. All these cultures contributed to the evolution of the Spanish food; the Phoenicians brought some sauces while the Greeks introduced the use of olive oil which is still now a days one of the main staples of Spanish Cuisine.
The most influential group being the Moors, they were responsible for introducing a variety of spices such as: saffron, nutmeg and cinnamon. They liked to mix fruit with nuts, fish with meat combinations that are still very popular to this day. They also brought rice to Spain which has become one of the main staples of its cuisine and accounts for the abundance of rice dishes, most famous the paella.
At one point during the Moorish rule, Christians, Jews and Moors co existed amicably, which helped to blend the individual culture’s contributions to the Spanish cuisine. For example, pork is eaten frequently in Spain a contribution from the Christians since neither the Jews or Moors eat it. However, pork dishes did have seasoning added and methods of preparation that both came from the Jewish and Moorish cultures.
After Columbus discovered the New World in 1492 other Spanish explorers soon followed and brought back many additions with them like tomatoes, chocolate, vanilla, various types of beans and potatoes which now are considered some of the basic ingredients of the Spanish cuisine.
Now a days Spain still has a cohesive cuisine even with the many regions that divide the peninsula, for example the use of aceite de olive (olive oil), pan (bread), ajo (garlic), cebolla (onion), and ensaladas (salads) which are pretty much always present in the food preparation.
The center of Spain is known for its cocidos (stews) and asados (grilling), while rice and seafood dominate the east, meat and fish are more popular in the north and the south is well known for its fried seafood.
Even though all of the regions in Spain have their own particular dishes there are still dishes that are prepared through the peninsula such as Tortilla Espanola (Spanish Omelet) made mainly of eggs and potatoes, Gazpacho (cold tomato soup) mainly eaten in the summer months and Paella a delicious rice dish, many types of meat, vegetables and seafood. I can still remember the first time I ate paella in Gandia (where we spent our summers) in the province of Valencia and my mouth still watersâ€¦â€¦
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NORWICH, N.Y., June 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Chobani LLC, maker of America’s #1 Greek yogurt brand and the second largest overall yogurt manufacturer in the U.S., is revolutionizing the dairy aisle once again with Chobani® Smooth, the company’s first foray into non-Greek, classic yogurt.
CANTON, Mass., June 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Baskin-Robbinsis giving guests nationwide a free slice of heaven with its first-ever nationwide Polar Pizza® Ice Cream Treat Sampling onFriday, July 14. On this day only, Baskin-Robbins will treat guests to free samples of its popular Polar Pizza from Noon – 5:00 p.m. at participating Baskin-Robbins locations across the country. This free offer is just one of the many ways Baskin-Robbins is celebrating National Ice Cream Month this July with its guests.
BALTIMORE, June 26, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Tessemae’s, a leader in the fresh salad dressing category, is no stranger to condiments. Tessemae’s has been manufacturing condiments in their existing line since 2013.
Tessemae’s has developed a full line of organic condiments to be merchandised in the produce department alongside the current salad dressing line up. The portfolio includes buffalo sauces, mayonnaise, mustards, BBQ sauce and ketchup. The organic Ketchup and organic BBQ sauce are vegan and contain zero added sugars – a differentiator in an otherwise saturated market. These products are championed by diabetics, the paleo community and the Whole30 community. After being introduced on Tessemaes.com, ketchup and BBQ sauce quickly rocketed to the top to become the #1 and #2 sellers, proving the demand for low sugar or no sugar added condiments in the marketplace.


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