Monthly Archives: February 2015

February 23, 2015

SAY YES TO FAT.

Oil-Pulling

While low-carb diets will remain popular this year, it’s predicted that consumers will be welcoming back fat with open arms.

Unlike the Atkins diet, which encouraged followers to increase foods such as cheese and butter, this is all about choosing the right sort of fat.

So you are looking at plenty of oils, avocados, eggs, and so-called fatty fish such as salmon and mackerel. And carbs are also encouraged.

Make sure you stock up on seeds and nuts too, as most registered dieticians named these as the superfood that will reign supreme in 2015.

February 13, 2015

FOOD FACT: CHICORY.

Chicory

  • Chicory contains inulin, which helps diabetics regulate their blood sugar levels.
  • Chicory is closely related to lettuce and dandelion but is a member of the sunflower family.
  • It may be cleansing to the liver and gallbladder.
  • Chicory is beneficial for digestion, the circulatory system and the blood.
  • Chicory leaves are a good source of calcium, vitamin A and potassium.
February 2, 2015

EXERCISE OF THE MONTH: FEBRUARY.

Plank

ELBOW PLANK

Benefits:
Having strong abdominals is key to a flat and toned stomach. Working your core will also help to support your back, helping to give you perfect posture.

How to do it:

  • Position yourself on all fours, resting on your knees and elbows, keeping your back straight.
  • Extend one leg behind you and press your toes into the floor, then do the same with the other foot.
  • You are now supported on your elbows and toes.
  • Tighten your abdominal muscles to keep your body as straight as a plank, without sagging or lifting your bottom up.
  • Hold this position for 15 seconds (increase hold to 1 minute as you get stronger).