The New You - Living a Healthier Lifestyle

04/09/2025

This came up in my memories from 7 years ago. What a fabulous plate of plants - ever since I went WFPB I haven’t looked back. Fresh & delicious I eat more variety than I ever did eating a classic meat and 3 veg diet.

04/09/2025

Even on holiday I like to stay consistent so popped in a BYO bag of buckwheat to cook up so I can start my day strong.

Autumn has arrived but the flowers are still holding up.

03/09/2025

🥔🍚 Carbs are NOT the enemy.

They’re your body’s main source of energy—and when they come from whole foods like fruits, veggies, grains, and legumes, they fuel your health, not harm it.

The real problem? Processed carbs like white bread and candy. Whole-food carbs are packed with fiber, antioxidants, and nutrients your body needs to thrive. 🌱✨

💬 Ready to embrace carbs the right way?

01/09/2025

Habits and consistency. Even on board the flight I still keep my food diary updated.
So glad they found me some soy milk!
It’s amazing how many flights I’ve done where I haven’t been able to get a dairy free option for my coffee.

01/09/2025

Tonight the good husband and I are UK bound to celebrate my father-in-laws 90th birthday and then a side trip to Italy where I’ve never been.
On the weekend I prepped up 2 main meals so for the last 3 days I haven’t had to worry about food.
Today I had time to see a client and make another 5 Jars of marmalade (for the Air BNB guests & hubby).
Being prepared when it comes to food is a sure way to eat healthier and have time for other activities (like packing and cleaning 😆)

See you on the other side!

31/08/2025

Eat a diverse diet with plenty of whole foods from plant sources and you should easily meet daily fibre requirements to keep you healthy. AVOID social media influencers for nutrition advice, fad diets, pills and shakes. Eat real food.

Adults should aim for around 30g of fibre a day. Double that amount and the results could spell trouble.

30/08/2025

WHAT KEEPS WOMEN POURING?
https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/we-know-the-risks-so-what-keeps-women-pouring-the-little-things/YCV7GGDCJVEUNPG64CQJB6EGEM/

Photo caption : Drinking heavily can negatively impact skin, causing allergic reactions and flushes. Photo / 123rf

30/08/2025

Today was taking time out for family time. I met my 2 adult sons for coffee - my favorite go-to is a spicy chai with soy milk.

Any other spicy chai fans out there?

29/08/2025

Set yourself up for success - resharing as this is very informative and can help you get started if you want to eat healthier on a daily basis.

Our sixth session is with Brian Hart. Setting up your home for healthier food choices is crucial in fostering a sustainable lifestyle, especially when trans...

29/08/2025

28/08/2025

A must listen/watch if you are protein obsessed (and even if you’re not!) because it’s just not America - NZ is also a protein obsessed nation.

Chris interviews Dr. Christopher Gardner of Stanford to dispel protein myths. Is our obsession with protein-packed products — like David Bars and Magic Spoon...

28/08/2025

The only reason I have white sugar in the house!
The good husband loves grapefruit marmalade, it’s loved by my Air Bnb guests and a jar goes to one of my old bosses every year. This year I tried it in my Instant Pot so the first batch was small but successful.

Are you a marmalade fan? I prefer making it to eating it 😆