Busy lives, rushing, never enough time in the day! It’s no wonder that fast food continues to be popular, especially when we also consider it is inexpensive. However, there is no escaping the fact that it is unhealthy - high in fat, salt, sugar and calories. So what do we do when we need a quick meal? A few simple things will ensure that you dont get tempted by the convenience of fast food – keep your fridge and cupboards well stocked with foods that can provide a quick meal e.g. tuna, eggs, cooked chicken, nuts, salads and fruit; cook in batches and freeze or refridgerate and choose sushi, wraps or salads when buying a quick meal. It really is that simple!
Neotame – the insanity continues!
In Uncategorized on February 16, 2012 at 1:35 PMWe have all heard of aspartame, the artificial sweetener used in soft drinks such as diet coke. It is highly toxic and has been linked with many illnesses including tumours, MS and Parkinson’s disease. Just as public awareness of this dangerous additive seems to be increasing another artificial sweetener, called neotame, has been approved by the FDA. And this one is even more toxic! But worst of all the FDA has decided that neotame doesnt need to be labelled on products, making it impossible to know whether we are consuming it. The only sure-fire way to avoid this harmful additive is to avoid diet soft drinks, chewing gum, baked goods and frozen desserts. Yet another reminder to take responsiblity for our diets and as much as possible make all our meals from scratch.
Recipe of the week
In Uncategorized on February 10, 2012 at 11:15 AMTry this lovely fresh Prawn & Mango Salad this weekend – you will love it!
Prep + cook time: 35 mins
Serves 4
1kg uncooked king prawns, shelled and deveined
2 tbs tamari
2 tsp sesame oil
1 large red chili, finely chopped
2 tsp coriander root and stem, finely chopped
1cm fresh ginger, grated
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 large mango, thinly sliced
1 red capsicum (bell pepper), thinly sliced
1 cucumber, cubed
1 cup bean sprouts (fresh or canned)
½ cup coriander leaves
2 spring onions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup lime juice
1 tbs castor sugar
2tsp fish sauce
In a bowl, mix prawns with soy sauce, sesame oil, chili, root and stem of coriander, ginger and garlic. Refrigerate for 30 mins. Meanwhile, make dressing by mixing the lime juice, castor sugar and fish sauce in a screw top jar and shaking well. Refrigerate. Cook prawns in a heated large frying pan until they turn light pink. Mix prawns, dressing and remaining ingredients.
And enjoy!
