Role Models of Exercise
Teachers need to find the time to exercise despite their demanding schedules.
Research has proven time and time again that people who take part in...
Easy Packed Healthy Meals/Snacks
Naz shows you the meals or snacks you can put together quickly to maintain a healthy balanced diet when you are on the go....
MUST READ
Salmon and Dill Tortellini
(Serves 4)
Ingredients
375g spinach and ricotta tortellini
1/2 cup low fat plain unsweetened yoghurt
2 tspn seeded mustard
1/4 cup oil-free Italian dressing
2...
Role Models of Exercise
Teachers need to find the time to exercise despite their demanding schedules.
Research has proven time and time again that people who take part in...
Teachers – Avoiding Injuries
Many people would think that teachers are at low risk of injuring themselves while at work. However, during the course of the day many...
Protein for Vegetarians
Most of us eat more than enough protein for general health. Vegetarians, however have a higher protein requirement as plant proteins are not digested...
Malaysian Beef and Noodles
(Serves 4)
Ingredients
1 large onion, peeled and diced
2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
olive oil
2 tspn minced chilli
1 Tspn fresh ginger,...
Healthy Eating Out Options
It’s a lovely feeling to head out with family and/or friends for a meal whether it be breakfast, lunch or dinner. However, it’s also...
Delicious Muesli Slice
Ingredients
100g unsalted butter, chopped into cubes
7 Tbspn honey
2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/3...
Improving Your Chances Against Cancer
There is no rhyme, no reason when it comes to cancer, it is indiscriminate.
I’m sure we all know someone who has been touched by...
Keeping Your Cool (while exercising)
During the warm summer months it’s great to be exercising outside. It’s uplifting, motivating and it has that feel good factor! However we do...
“I’m Out All The Time… So How Do I Manage My Weight Loss?”
We are a social and habitual species, going out with friends for dinner, or having a few drinks after work or getting an ice...
Lemony Sultana Muffins
(Makes 12 medium sized muffins)
Ingredients
1 cup sultanas
2 Tbspn honey
2 lemons - rind and juice of both
1/4 cup low fat milk
...
Fish Cakes
(Serves 4)
Ingredients
250g cooked fish (or canned smoked fish/tuna)
2 cups mashed potato or kumara
1 medium onion, finely diced
3 Tbspn fresh parsley,...
Lifting A Child
All too often we lift with our backs, putting the back under immense pressure. We do this constantly when there are babies or young...
Mexican Chicken Bake
(Serves 4)
Ingredients
1 x 400g can red kidney beans in brine, drained and rinsed
2 jars (99% fat free) taco sauce (mild, medium or...
FOOD
Lamb Chops and Tomato Casserole
(Serves 4 - 6)
Ingredients
1 kg lamb chops, trimmed of fat
1 leek, washed and sliced
1 tspn smoked paprika
420g can Wattie's condensed...
Spinach and Feta Cheese Flan
(Serves 4)
Ingredients
6 sheets filo pastry
1 large onion, peeled and diced
1 bag baby spinach leaves
2 eggs
1 pkt Maggi Leek &...
All-Spice Tomato and Lentil Salad
Ingredients
1 Tbspn olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
¼ cup sultanas
¼ cup pine nuts
1 tspn ground allspice
...
Sweetcorn Fritters
(Serves 4 - Makes about 12)
Ingredients
425g can whole kernel sweetcorn
4 egg whites
1/2...
“I’m Out All The Time… So How Do I Manage My Weight Loss?”
We are a social and habitual species, going out with friends for dinner, or having...
Work/Life Balance – The Wheel of Life
Work/Life Balance is about effectively managing the demands of work and having time for other...
Poor Posture – Good Posture
Poor posture can be caused by everyday activities such as sitting incorrectly in office chairs,...
“How Long Do I Have To Keep This Up For?”
I was talking with a friend in the weekend that has just started to watch...
HEALTH
Salmon and Dill Tortellini
(Serves 4)
Ingredients
375g spinach and ricotta tortellini
1/2 cup low fat plain unsweetened yoghurt
2 tspn seeded mustard
1/4 cup oil-free Italian dressing
2...
SCIENCE
Weight Loss Snacks
A piece of fruit and pot of low fat yogurt
Rice crackers and plain hummus
Protein bar
A piece of fruit
10-12 raw...
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