What is it?   Matcha is a fine powder made from green tea leaves. It has a distinctive bright green colour that is hard to miss. When made into a tea, it has a stronger more “earthy” taste compared to standard green tea. Matcha lattes are a thing… and their popularity...

What are carbohydrates? Carbohydrates are one of the 3 macronutrients. They are the body’s preferred fuel source (over protein and fat). Carbs are converted into glucose for energy. Excess glucose is then stored as glycogen in the muscles until it is required. The...

Are you busy and time poor, but want to eat healthy without spending your retirement fund? I hear you! Read my top tips below on how to eat healthy on a budget.   Plan your meals and write a shopping list Stick to your list! An exception to this is finding a...

Food is amazing! It fuels our entire body, regenerates cells and provides the nutrients we need to live. I’ll be the first to admit, there’s also nothing like eating a delicious burger with sweet potato fries to make you feel all kinds of happiness. Healthy eating is...

Fat-free, sugar-free, low carb, natural, organic….. the nutritional claims on food products available in supermarkets can not only be confusing, but may be overwhelming. Labels that claim they are ‘fat-free’ just have extra sugar added to compensate for the taste of...