All posts tagged: diet

Health benefits of chocolate

Indulging in chocolate has been around since 1900 B.C. Chocolate originated from Mesoamerica, where the Aztecs believed that the cocoa seed were a gift from the God of Wisdom. Warriors use to drink a cup of hot chocolate before a battle as chocolate was not only an aphrodisiac but could also give you immense power

[Recipe] Lemon, lime & peppermint sorbet

This sorbet recipe is super easy to make and takes about 15 minutes. Great for any occasion.  Ingredients: 200g Sugar 275ml Water 5 Lemons; juice and zest 3 Limes; juice and zest A few Peppermint leaves; finely chopped Method: In a saucepan, heat sugar and water until it starts to boil. Simmer for about 5

Stress in the workplace

We have all had that one job which just proved to be too much when it came to stress. Are you still in that situation? Or are you still trying to make yourself believe life is good? Stress in the workplace can take a major toll on your life and your overall health. Even though

[Recipe] Dairy free chocolate slice

Chocolate is a must have in any diet. Just always remember, quantity is key. The key to being slim and eating whatever you want is to keep an eye on your portions and never overdo it! Ingredients: 2 cups Plain flour 2 cups Sugar 3/4 cup Cocoa powder 1 tsp Baking powder 1 tsp salt

Heart healthy food

I think by now we all know what a big role our diet plays in our general health. But in that same breath we also know that most foods have some type of negative effect to our health, so how do we know what to eat and what not to eat? I personally think that

[Recipe] Dairy Free Ciabatta

A delicious ciabatta recipe for any occasion especially our Dairy Free Lasagna Recipe. This recipe makes  about 2 average size loaves Ingredients: 400g White flour, plus extra for flouring 7g Instant yeast 300ml Water 30ml Olive oil, plus extra for oiling 7g salt Semolina flour, for flouring Method: In a mixing bowl, combine 200g of

How to become a morning person

Some of us have it easier than others. When my alarm clock goes off in the morning my eyes open immediately and before I know it I have taken a shower, got ready for work and made breakfast. My partner on the other hand will still be fast asleep even after 6 alarms have gone

[Recipe] Dairy Free Lasagna

When I think about Lasagna I immediately think friends and family. There is nothing better than sitting around a full table enjoying big helpings of lasagna, ciabatta, Italian salad and red wine. This recipe is great for those of you who can’t eat dairy and serves about 6. Ingredients: 500g Beef mince 2 tbsp Olive

Coffee vs Tea

We all have our beverage of choice and most of us would fight to the death when trying to convince others why our choice is better. But the fact of the matter is both tea and coffee have their pros and cons and it all boils down to which one you prefer. Some of us

[Recipe] Dairy Free Strawberry and Vanilla Cupcakes

We all love a good cupcake. This recipe is perfect for any occasion and works well at children parties. Their friends will never know the difference. This recipe makes about 30 cupcakes. Ingredients: 2/3 cup Dairy free Margarine 2 tsp Vanilla extract 1 cup caster sugar 1 1/2 cups self raising flour 1 Egg 3/4