We all know that as science and the human race has progressed so have the level of additives in our food. To make dried foods taste better, last longer, look nicer..

But as we have developed, so too has the prevalence of food intolerances, diseases and obesity.

We are starting to recognize and in some cases admit that these additives are the underlying cause in many modern day illnesses and that simply cutting them out could lead to better health, fat loss and cures of diseases… YES I truly believe that cleaning up your diet will reduce the number of ailments, increase your energy and generally improve your life!

But where to start?! Many of the foods we eat are laden with things that increase the cravings! Yep we eat them, they make us want more..

Not only have i studied food and nutrition during my years of study but I have also walked the walk myself and know only too weel first hand how much better life can be on a clean diet.

That’s great ..but in reality.. it’s hard. We as human beings are creatures of habit and we all know that making new habits its all fine and good but breaking old habits takes something a little extra. Especially when we are talking about things i.e food that has a direct impact on your chemical make up and subsequently your ‘cravings’ :0)!

Help is at hand! go on over to Clean Foods =

If you want to feel healthy, burn fat, improve your skin, hair and nails, increase your energy levels, improve your moods…..and the list goes on!!!

Do this! It’ll be challenging but you wont regret it!

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Just a quick note for you on how keeping a daily food diary over the next few weeks and being more aware of what you eat could save you a few extra pounds over the festive period.

So where to start…. A note book….a pen/pencil…5 minutes a day and away you go. Get a notebook from poundland or use one you have already but rip out any used pages, you just want this for your food diary…nothing else!

Take note of the time you eat…..

What you eat…. ( you don’t have to weight your food but be as accurate as you can manage)

What you have to drink (times too)

Any physical activity you do… walked the stairs, went to the gym, did a body combat class etc (and the time)

And how you feel…. as in great, tired, bloated, irritable etc etc.

Writing down what and when you eat, somehow makes you more accountable for what passes your lips!! It’s a worthwhile exercise to do, even without having a professional check it over afterwards. Some of you may have already done this exercise, with me or another trainer so you know what you are looking for and what you should change to make your intake better.

So you’re asking how does this save me on the weigt gain over the festive period???  Most of us are busy in the run up to Christma… no? Well we snack on the run, pick at the fridge inbetween work/shopping/parties (kids and adults) etc etc

It’s not till the first week in January and we notice the extra weight….. keep a little eye on it now and you will not have ‘quite so much’ to notice in January!! Trust me this really can make a difference!!

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Crush, grind and smush your way to a healthier, happier you!!!

A few starter recipes… Read the rest of this entry »

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A good workout in the morning could prevent snacking later in the day, according to data from Loughborough University in England. Exercisers who ran for 60 minutes at about 70 percent of their top effort (70% Max Heart Rate or 7 on the RPE scale of 1-10) before breakfast reported less hunger for two hours after eating, compared with those who did not exercise before the same meal. Their conclusion is that intense training may suppress an appetite-fueling hormone, so you’re less tempted to munch in between meals. Read the rest of this entry »

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Errrrr yes??!!  Breathing oxygenates our bodies… oxygen is essential to support life to stay healthy and strong!! Ok so it may seem like an odd question to ask !!  Read the rest of this entry »

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You may find this test useful to use of you have an issue with a food but are not sure which food….. Very simple test to do ….. 

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Question: Is it possible to eat meals consisting entirely of healthy foods, such as carrots, fish, apples and whole wheat bread, and continue to gain weight?

 Answer: Yes, because you can still eat too much, even if everything is good for you. Read the rest of this entry »

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I love this article by Mia Appleby…. it’s clear, concise and very easy to understand…. if you don’t reach for the water and change your water drinking habits after this…..

Don’t roll your eyes! The potion for losing that excess body fat is all around you. It covers two thirds of the planet. If you eat right and exercise at the intensity, frequency and duration proper for you, but still can’t get rid of a little paunch here and there, you’re probably just not drinking enough water.

No need to get defensive. You’re actually quite normal. Most people don’t drink enough water. Most people are also carrying around a few more pounds than they would be if they did drink enough water. If you can’t seem to get that weight off, try drowning your sorrows in nature’s magical weight-loss mineral. It works, and here’s why:

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Alcohol +++++ Calories????

In general, most alcoholic drinks are high in calories, but alongside this, they provide few other nutrients. This means your half bottle of wine each day is using up a significant block of calories from your daily dieting allowance but giving you little in the way of vitamins, minerals, protein or fiber – effectively, you’re getting around 250 ‘empty’ calories each day.

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After 4 weeks of BOOT CAMP training our recruits see real results in the size and shape of their bodies.

Female 33 Years of Age

Lost 8 inches overall (11cm off waist)

Increased cardiovascular fitness by 13.8%

Increased Upper Body Strength by 117%

Improved Hamstring & Lower Back Flexibility by 2.5inch

Male 29 Years of Age 

Lost 4.2 inches overall

Put 2cms on Chest

Increased cardio vascular fitness by 32%

Improved Hamstring & Lower Back Flexibility by 1cm

Female 39 Years of Age

Lost 8.5 inches overall

Increased cardiovascular fitness by 8.3%

Increased Upper Body Strength by 74%

Improved Hamstring & Lower Back Flexibility by 1inch

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