Stop the presses! A new study has come out advising shy girls are more likely to put on weight.  To simply advise that the problem is being shy seems to mean a lack of research.
Speaking from experience, it’s a combination of things that can cause weight gain.  Girls are shy because of issues with lack [...]

Ever wondered what 200 calories looks like? Wisegeek.com have come out with this great article. It’s certainly handy when you either need to fill 200 calories in your diet or you need something to eat and need to weigh up what is worth having!
73 grams of fries equals four slices of flax [...]

The Skinny had an article a couple of weeks ago which showed a necklace on sale having the affirmation “No excuses!” This comes quite close to the heart with me, as last year I bought a necklace from Nomination for the same reason. The affirmation on mine says, “Freedom,” which has a personal [...]

There’s a new ad on Australian TV, where a daughter and her mother behind, goes up to the counter to order a Happy Meal. The cashier asks the child whether she wants the apple snack bag or the fries. Which option would most kids choose?
Although McDonalds, want to look like they are bringing [...]

Are you guilty of Portion Distortion? Fitsugar.com posted an article about a plate that was designed to assist those with diabetics or dieters to assist with portion sizes.
The plastic plate has various holes and sizes with scaled measurements to assist in making sure that you eat the right amount and don’t go overboard.
It’s something [...]

This recipe has been adapted from my vegetarian buddhist cooking classes. Although this was a little unorganised, the concept was learnt with the two recipes.
This one is pretty simple, although some ingredients may be difficult to find. Visit your local Asian supermarket for assistance.
One such ingredient is called “Red Medlar,” this was also [...]

Peppers when roasted become deliciously sweet and this soup definitely takes on this flavour after the peppers have been roasted in the oven until softened. To give it a little spice I’ve added a chilli to this, but it’s not required.
The photo here has been taken straight from the pot after simmering for an [...]

I have to thank Masterchef for this little recipe. I got the idea of the show last weekend, after Hannah who over complicates her dishes was taken to a very famous Italian restaurant in the UK. She was taken there to show how four simple ingredients can make a delicious meal. They [...]

This chilli, is very soupy and also almost like a casserole! So, you really could have it as either. I found this recipe whilst looking for something different for lunch. Of course, I always adapt and came up with something quite spicy and just the right treat for an empty stomach. [...]

This originally was meant to be a loaf, but I had this last night in a roll and it’s much better as a “sloppy joes” version of chickpeas.   I’ll try and also make a loaf version of this, because I really enjoyed the flavours and think this would be a great roast or loaf.
Tuesday’s and [...]