I made these ones over Easter for my partners family. They all said that they were very filling compared to normal pancakes. I found I could only eat 1 1/2 and I was full for hours! (must be all that fibre) 1 1/4 cups of whole meal spelt flour 1 cup of natural rolled oats…
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Migraines, eczema, hayfever and bloating? Could be a food chemical intolerance.
I often have clients who come to me so fed up. They are sick of migraines, stomach cramps, eczema, headaches the list goes on (even a family history of these could be an indicator). Unfortunately for these kind of symptoms a dietitian can be a last resort as people often don’t relate their discomfort to food. It is…
Why comparing yourself to others doesn’t make sense.
I went to a private all girl school growing up and I feel like it has made me incredibly aware of how we as women come in many different shapes and sizes. In saying that, often throughout my life I have felt the pressure to look like the ideal woman portrayed to us by the media and…
Buckwheat grain salad
This is a protein and fibre filled salad that is sure to keep you full throughout the work day. Ingredients 1 cup of buckwheat 1 cos lettuce, sliced thinly 1 cup of beansprouts 1 red chilli, chopped finely 2 carrots, grated 2/3 cup coriander leaves, chopped finely 2 tbs sesame seeds 2 tbs pepitas Dressing…
There is not such thing as “good” or “bad” foods!
Are there some foods that you feel out of control around? I bet this out of control feeling grows stronger when you tell yourself these foods are bad or that they aren’t allowed to be eaten. I know for one thing if someone tells me I can’t have something I suddenly want it a whole…
Cous Cous Salad
This is a great healthy FODMAP friendly meal that takes about 20 minutes to whip up! Ingredients 1 cup gluten free cous-cous Half pumpkin, roasted (if tolerated) 1/2 cup macadamias, chopped 2 cups of vegetables, chopped (I choose cucumber, tomato, carrot and spinach) 60 grams of danish fetta Method 1. Cook cous-cous according to packet…
How to perfectly poach an egg
Poaching an egg is a much healthier alternative to frying or scrambling, a lot of clients tell me they have no idea how to do it. I believe it is quite simple, just follow the steps below. 1. Fill a small saucepan with water and bring to the boil 2. Add a dash of vinegar…
My struggle with work life balance
For as long as I remember I have struggled with work life balance. If I wasn’t studying then I was working 6 jobs and crazy hours or on university placement all day and working at night. I was addicted to work. To add to this I also managed to somehow keep up my exercise and…
Tzatziki
Ingredients 2 tbs natural yoghurt 1/2 Lebanese cucumber (finely chopped) 2 tsp dill (rinsed and chopped) 1 tsp crushed garlic (if not fructan intolerant) Method 1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl 2. Serve with salads and BBQ’d meat
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