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Susie Burrell
August 16, 2018
Is sushi really healthy? One of the most common lunches my clients enjoy is sushi – now the description of ‘sushi’ can mean anything from a few California rolls to a full sashimi plate or even a Bento box. Just as all these foods are different so too is their nutritional profiles and while some […]
by Susie Burrell
August 13, 2018
The easy ways to stick to your diet While many of us may have the goal of weight loss, far fewer of us are successful when it comes to losing a few kilos and keeping them off. The reasons for this are varied and complex – often life gets in the way; we are stressed, […]
by Susie Burrell
August 8, 2018
This is a sponsored post, brought to you by Zip Water. How to be healthier at work With many of us spending at least 10 hours at work each day, and with much of that spent sitting, is it any wonder that many of us are feeling a little tired, lethargic and run down? So if […]
by Susie Burrell
August 6, 2018
What are macros and what do I need to know about them? In dieting circles, the word ‘macros’ comes up reasonably frequently. So what on earth are macros and what do you need to know about them? The word macronutrients refers to the 4 energy giving nutrients, carbs, proteins, fats and alcohol – each of […]
by Susie Burrell
August 2, 2018
The foods we overeat Over many years of talking to clients and discussing their daily food habits it becomes apparent that there are is a small group of foods that many of us overeat regularly. While we may enjoy pizza or hot chips or a pasta meal occasionally these are not the foods we overeat […]
by Susie Burrell
July 31, 2018
This is a sponsored post. A guide to healthy school lunch boxes As a busy parent you can be forgiven for running short of ideas of what to pack each day to give your kids a healthy yet appealing lunchbox. Ideally, a healthy lunchbox will be a mix of nutritious fibre and protein rich foods […]
by Susie Burrell
July 30, 2018
This is a sponsored post. Have you tried Halo Top, the new ice-cream on the market? Who doesn’t love a sweet treat after dinner? Ice-cream would be close if not the winner when it comes to our choice of favourite after dinner treats, and let’s be honest, we have all demolished a lot more of […]
by Susie Burrell
July 23, 2018
What we can learn from the Italians A week spent in Italy recently was a stark reminder of how much we can still learn from the Italian when it comes to food and nutrition. No, I am not talking about the amazing pasta, gelato and pizza which we already do pretty well but rather the […]
by Susie Burrell
July 18, 2018
It is the time of year when food thoughts turn to pies, pastry, pasta and puddings – warm, tempting treats that we give ourselves permission to eat simple because it is Winter. Unfortunately the kilo creep that tends to accompany these high calorie, high fat foods is not all that appealing so here are some […]
by Susie Burrell
July 11, 2018
This is a sponsored post, brought to you by Zip Water. How much plastic are you drinking? Do you have a re-usable water bottle that you carry with you everywhere you go? Or do you often find yourself resorting to buying bottled water when you are out and about to help keep you hydrated throughout the […]
by Susie Burrell
July 9, 2018
Why am I not losing body fat? For any regular exerciser, the balance of exercise and diet required to support weight loss is generally well understood – eat fewer carbs and calories, get enough movement and cardio and add in some weights to change body composition and increase metabolic rate. An interesting scenario arises when […]
by Susie Burrell
July 5, 2018
What is the best breakfast for weight loss? The benefits of eating breakfast are well documented – improved concentration, fewer cravings and fewer calories consumed for the remainder of the day. Which is the best breakfast options has not been so clear. For some time we have known that a protein rich breakfast helps to […]
by Susie Burrell
July 3, 2018
Going vegetarian the right way. With a growing number of people following both a vegetarian and vegan lifestyle, there is more and more discussion focused on the health benefits of a plant based diet. While the way you eat is a personal choice, there is extremely strong scientific evidence to show that those who follow […]
by Susie Burrell
June 29, 2018
This is a sponsored post, brought to you by Australian Bananas. What to eat when you want to sleep Sleep is something few of us get enough of and we are often looking for ways in which we can help ourselves sleep better when we do manage to get some shut eye. There is no doubt […]
by Susie Burrell
June 28, 2018
This is a sponsored post, brought to you by Zip Water. Beat the bloat Bloating – that uncomfortable feeling that seems to worsen as the day goes on yet you cannot necessarily link it to one particular type of food or drink. Not only is it uncomfortable, but a range of abdominal symptoms ranging from gas […]
by Susie Burrell
June 27, 2018
There are few things as frustrating as trying really hard at something only to find that your efforts have been fruitless. Many people have this experience when they try to lose weight. Despite their best efforts they do not get the results they are expecting on the scales, feel demotivated and throw in the towel. […]
by Susie Burrell
June 21, 2018
The healthy calories slipping into your day Chances are you know that cakes, biscuits and chocolate are not doing your diet any favours. Most of us are aware that there are certain high calorie foods closely linked to weight gain. It may though come as a surprise to hear that there are also a number […]
by Susie Burrell
June 19, 2018
The Winter excuses that are leading to weight gain Each year it gets to about this time and many of start our annual hibernation. We are so spoilt with our generally warm temperatures that as soon as it gets even a little chilly we can barely bring ourselves to leave the house. So if you […]
by Susie Burrell
June 6, 2018
With a sudden drop in temperature there is also means that it is soup season. Not only are soups relatively low in calories but adding a soup to your day helps to lower your overall calorie intake whist boosting your nutritional intake. And if you simply do not have the time to make your own […]
by Susie Burrell
June 4, 2018
Easy ways to drop a few kilos (instead of gain them this Winter) Winter is well and truly upon us and along with the cooler temperatures and shorter days is the tendency to gain weight as we indulge in hot chocolate, puddings and pies much more frequently. So how can you achieve weight loss success […]
