Tag: SUGARFREE

CHOCOLATE; THE HEALTHY CHOICE

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Now if there is one thing NO girls should deny themselves of no matter what … it is chocolate. Be it a little nibble after dinner, a hot choc pick me up in the arvo or a chocolate thick shake for breakfast (yep chocolate for breakfast) – there is always a time and place for chocolate.

“Eating small amounts of dark chocolate can be good for your health. Chocolate comes from a plant — the bean of the cacao tree — and, like certain teas, wine and many fruits and vegetables, it boasts a high concentration of antioxidant compounds called “flavonoids,” which can help prevent heart disease and protect against cancer” – Live Strong

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FEATURE FRIDAY – VANILLA AND CHOCOLATE CHUNK PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE

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Three of the most yummiest things on the planet smashed into one glorious looking dessert. Peanut butter, chocolate AND cheesecake! Need I say more? Just make sure you get the following ingredients and allow yourself over night to make it. This raw vegan dessert is going to impress even the biggest of anti raw food sweet tooth’s. Thanks to Emily from This Rawsome Vegan Life blog for the recipe. #featurefriday   Continue reading “FEATURE FRIDAY – VANILLA AND CHOCOLATE CHUNK PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE” →

SLOW COOKED BEEF RAGU

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Holy slow cooker yum. Who ever invented the slow cooker is a genius. Throw everything into a large ceramic dish, flick a switch and go to sleep or work and voila 8 hours later you have the most tender juiciest meat creation ready to serve. No fear of fire, burning, over flowing or overcooking. This beef ragu is going to be a crowd pleasure and sure to make you look like the fanciest chef in town. Continue reading “SLOW COOKED BEEF RAGU” →

APPLE CRUMBLE

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When I think of winter and dessert I ALWAYS think apple pie or apple crumble. (that’s my dads influence for sure) The best part about living a healthy lifestyle is balance and enjoying the sweet things the right way. Continue reading “APPLE CRUMBLE” →

CRISPY BRUSSEL SPROUT CHIPS

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When it comes to healthy eating – indulging in commercial hot chips is a no no. Of course the occasional hot chip intake isn’t going to do us any harm but there is a rising trend in hot chip alternatives that are taking over? Sweet potato chips and now even zucchini chips are making their way onto menus at popular cafes and takeaway joints. Polenta chips? Parsnip chips? Even eggplant chips? But what about brussel sprout chips? Continue reading “CRISPY BRUSSEL SPROUT CHIPS” →

FEATURE FRIDAY – HEALTHY VEGAN CARROT CAKE

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Another week another feature Friday on the blog and I find myself scrolling through one of my favourites Sarah Bambey once again. Not only is she lovely and down to earth and her recipes ARE INSANELY gorgeous and delicious but most of all I just love her natural zest for life and ‘no bullshit’ attitude. Her blog is called ‘Pretend Health Freak’ because she is exactly that. She is not a qualified nutritionist, PT, chef or yoga professional – Just a girl pretending to be an expert on all things health. (with google these days aren’t we all?) Continue reading “FEATURE FRIDAY – HEALTHY VEGAN CARROT CAKE” →

LEMON MERINGUE PIE – IQS

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When you are living a sugar free lifestyle there are certain things that you just come to terms with giving up because there is no ‘healthy’ alternative way of making it. One of these things is Meringues. Continue reading “LEMON MERINGUE PIE – IQS” →

FEATURE FRIDAY – PUMPKIN COCONUT SCONES

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With Mother’s Day only a couple of days away it seems fitting that this weeks Feature Friday Recipe is Scones with Jam and Cream! YUM! The Merrymaker sisters have nailed this recipe and doesn’t it just look incredible! I will HAVE to make a batch this weekend and eat them. Continue reading “FEATURE FRIDAY – PUMPKIN COCONUT SCONES” →

SALTED CARAMEL VANILLA NUT PROTEIN BALLS

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Protein balls are an absolute essential for the freezer in my house! I even have a stash in the freezer at work if I am about to dash off to a meeting and need something to get me by until my late lunch. Although they can be dangerous for people like me with zero self control when it comes to sweet treats! I tried rolling them super large so that eating one was enough although I just ended up eating a couple anyway. My limit is 3. You gotta draw the line somewhere! Continue reading “SALTED CARAMEL VANILLA NUT PROTEIN BALLS” →

HOW MUCH PROTEIN DO I NEED?

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Ok so this is a bit of a controversial topic and depending on what you read you will get a variety of different opinions and answers. Well it’s the case with every topic right? Eat this, don’t eat that. Take this, don’t take that. Continue reading “HOW MUCH PROTEIN DO I NEED?” →