by Melanie McGrice | May 28, 2015 | Recipes
This week’s recipe is the classic ‘Zucchini Slice’ – a healthy savoury slice that is packed full of protein and vegetables making it a great choice for the whole family including the little ones!! It also works well cold for quick and easy lunches! Serves: 6...
by Melanie McGrice | May 13, 2015 | Recipes
The colder days definitely call for some soup! This weeks recipe is a ‘Vegetable and Lentil Soup’ – an easy winter warmer full of fresh vegetables and lentils to give you your daily dose of protein and fibre! A great healthy choice when you are...
by Melanie McGrice | Apr 30, 2015 | Recipes
Taking steps to prevent or control diabetes doesn’t mean you can’t eat a tasty and balanced diet. This week’s recipe is a delicious ‘Beef & Kidney Bean Stroganoff’ that is not only diabetes friendly but also a hearty winter meal for...
by Melanie McGrice | Apr 14, 2015 | Recipes
Sunlight is the best source of Vitamin D. However with Summer behind us and the days getting colder it is important to include some Vitamin D in your diet to ensure you maintain a healthy immune system and strong bones. Although food sources of Vitamin D are limited,...
by Melanie McGrice | Mar 30, 2015 | Recipes
This Easter, why not try making a batch of your own hot cross buns. Here’s my recipe for a healthy and delicious version that uses wholemeal flour, vegetable oil and much less sugar than what you might normally find in-store. It’s full of fragrant spices,...
by Melanie McGrice | Jan 29, 2015 | Recipes
It was my nan who first got me onto figs. I remember her making homemade fig jam in the autumn. They are rich in antioxidants and fibre, and low in kilojoules. Furthermore, they add heaps of flavour to a salad. Try this healthy and fresh salad… like all salads...
