Family Foods

Researchers from Harvard University have found that skipping breakfast can increase your risk of a heart attack, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and heart disease. So, the next time you’re tempted to hit the road on empty,…
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A low-fat, low GI, high protein, low-sugar chocolate cake for the family... Ingredients 300g fresh full cream ricotta cheese 120ml fresh milk (2% fat) 30g unsweetened pure cocoa powder 2 tablespoons agave nectar 60g…
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This fiery curry is softened by the sweetness of the cinnamon, shallots and the coconut milk. With plenty of blood sugar friendly ingredients this makes a delicious meal for all the family. Serve with barley, quinoa or brown basmati rice…
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Serve as a dip with vegetable sticks, or with wheat-free corn tortilla flatbread, toasted and cut into strips. Ingredients 250g cooked beetroot dipped in vinegar (not pickled) 1 tin butterbeans (410g), drained & rinsed 1-2…
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It’s the ultimate comfort food for the family, no matter the season. Mung beans are a good source of protein and when combined with cereals like brown rice makes a complete protein food. Naturally low in fat, high in fibre, it also has a…
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Many children hate to have breakfast before school. But breakfast skippers are more likely to become overweight or obese, have high blood pressure, high cholesterol level and high insulin levels, putting them at risk of type 2 diabetes.…
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Family stressed out by being indoors? Try this bright beautiful soup in the evening! The scent of oranges is used in aromatherapy as an anti-depressant for its uplifting and energising properties. The colour orange itself radiates warmth…
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Having as little as one teaspoon of Cinnamon powder can help you and your family members burn fat and reach your weight loss goals. You may also be able to slow down weight gain if you make cinnamon a part of your daily diet. The…
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Sugar and high-fructose corn syrup - It has become rather difficult to avoid added sugars because manufacturers add large doses of sugar to improve the flavour of many packaged, processed foods. You can not only find them in cookies,…
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Research from the University of Liverpool says that eating prunes, as part of a weight control diet, help with weight loss. It can lead to a significant weight loss and reduced waist circumference. Volunteers also had an increased feeling…
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