by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Dec 11, 2018 | Health Tip
In this short video I share how you can reduce or avoid sugar in your beverages. By being more mindful of what you are eating and drinking you can stay healthy over the...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Aug 29, 2018 | Health Tip
If you want to feel and look amazing you don’t need to be on a restrictive diet, exercise for hours every day or spend a fortune on products. When working with my clients I guide them to go back to basics and make some simple changes that they can consistently follow...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Apr 25, 2018 | Health Tip
ARE YOU STUCK FOR SNACK IDEAS? Cravings happen even to the healthiest of us. Often, when a craving hits in the afternoon (that’s me!) or post dinner, we get the urge to snack. Snacking can be a bad habit to get into if the snacks we choose are “junk foods”, those high...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Feb 23, 2018 | Health Tip, Recipes
Ginger, Turmeric and Orange Smoothie 2 oranges, peeled and seeded Pinch of cinnamon powder Small piece of ginger Small piece of turmeric ¼ cup milk or coconut milk ½ cup water 2 tbsp rolled oats Pinch of black pepper Honey to taste (optional) Put all the ingredients...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Feb 22, 2018 | Health Tip
It is well known that the Mediterranean diet is good for a healthy heart and there is much research to support this. In a study published in BMC MED researchers analyzed the diet of 23,902 adults in England and found that those whose diet was closest to a...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Feb 9, 2018 | Recipes
Quinoa Quiche 1 cup cooked quinoa 1 cup grated zucchini and carrots 1 cup loosely packed baby spinach, chopped 1 tbsp grated cheese 2 large eggs Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl. Do ensure the mixture is slightly moist or the quiche will be dry and...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Feb 9, 2018 | Recipes
Roasted winter vegetable salad 2 peppers, diced 2 carrots, diced 1/2 butternut squash, diced 1/2 tsp olive oil 1 1/2 cups sprouted lentils/beans 2 cups of rocket leaves 30 grams feta cheese, crumbled Dressing: Juice from 1/2 large lemon 1 clove of garlic, chopped...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Feb 9, 2018 | Health Tip
Discussing dairy can be controversial as there are so many conflicting views. Some feel that it should definitely be included in the diet, others think that it is fine to have it in moderation and lastly those who consider that we should not consume it at all. Dairy...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Jan 26, 2018 | Getting started, Health Tip
Bloating is something most of us have experienced at one point or another – the abdominal discomfort caused by a build-up of intestinal gas. The symptoms of bloating will vary from person to person, however the most common are feelings of the stomach ballooning out...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Dec 22, 2017 | Recipes
Kale, pomegranate and pear salad 2 large handfuls of kale, cut into small pieces and thick stem removed 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds 1/2 pear, diced 1 cup cooked puy or green lentils (or you can also use other beans) 1 cup French beans, lightly steamed 1/2 avocado, diced...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Dec 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
Sugar in children’s drinks Many children like the taste of sweet drinks, which could be either juices, squashes or sodas, but these should not be had frequently because: They tend to be high in sugar; therefore high in calories and if a child consumes these regularly...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Nov 14, 2017 | Health Tip
We all hear of detoxing everywhere, could be from friends who are doing a detox to cleanse their bodies or we may have read about it in magazines or on the internet. There are many reasons people like to detox, including to look and feel good, resetting after having...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Nov 13, 2017 | Recipes, Vegetarian
Eating healthy during the winter months Many of my clients share that in the past they have struggled to maintain a healthy diet because they got bored with the same meals and don’t want to be restricted to salads, especially in the colder months. Instead at this time...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Nov 8, 2017 | Services
Many of you know through my newsletters that I am a health coach but you may not know that I also work as a cancer coach and am a member of the National Association of Professional Cancer Coaches. As a cancer coach I guide my clients on what foods to include, which...
by sujata@optimum-nutrition.org | Oct 11, 2017 | Uncategorized
It’s the festive time of year when many of us are busy preparing for Diwali and have many dinner parties planned. This makes it very easy to let go of your healthy eating habits, as you are eating out frequently . However, in a few weeks you may find that...
