This delicious sweet “fruit and nut” granola takes minutes to make and can be eaten hot or cold. It is full of protein, essential fats and minerals, and served best with chopped fresh fruit, or simply by the handful for a quick snack! 6 servings 100g hazelnuts 100g raisins 50g sunflower seeds 50g pumpkin seeds [...]
About Lucy-Ann
Lucy-Ann Prideaux MSc BSc RNutr is a registered Nutritionist. She gained an MSc degree in Human Nutrition, from Aberdeen University in 1997, following a first class honours degree in Sport and Exercise Science. As a past competitive runner and triathlete and through her early years as a full-time personal trainer, she has vast experience and knowledge of performance nutrition at elite and recreational level, as well as in-depth knowledge of general health nutrition.
Bulgar and seed bread
This is very dense, moist nutty and aromatic loaf, and is so quick and simple to make. It is a yeast-free bread too, which is popular for many non-bread eating people, or those with poor digestion. It is rich in B vitamins, minerals such as calcium, iron, potassium and magnesium, and very high in fibre [...]
Packed lunch ideas…
Nutritious “packed” salads are perfectly balanced, nutrient and fibre-rich meals that will nourish your body, and keep you energised all afternoon. Use brown rice, quinoa, barley, buckwheat noodles, or other “whole” grain as your carbohydrate – remember about a fist-size should serve you perfectly well. Combine this with some protein, 100-150g of tuna, salmon, or [...]
How much starchy carbohydrate should we consume?
This week, amongst a lot of other activity, I had an e-mail from a mini-zine reader, which resulted in quite a dialogue. I think it may answer some your very own questions or queries on this subject – the subject of starchy carbohydrate – specifically how much starchy carbohydrate should we consume? And can exercisers [...]
Spicy Autumn Stew
Autumn is a lovely time of year, full of changing colours, and cold, blustery days that really do blow away the cobwebs! At least that’s what I am embracing at the moment with long country walks. Autumn (and winter too) is a time to really get out there and enjoy the elements… not to retract [...]
Five foods that… keep hunger at bay
Quinoa – This grain-like seed has a healthy protein content, and combined with its good fibre levels and healthy GI rating, quinoa is a perfect carbohydrate to keep blood sugar levels steady, and help you feel fuller for longer. Avocado – Avocado is a low-carb fruit, and with fibre, plant sterols and other healthy fats [...]
Five foods that… fight a cold or flu
Kiwis – Kiwis are a fantastic source of Vitamin C. Eating fruits and vegetables high in vitamin C helps keep the immune system strong, warding off viral infections. The diet has a major impact on the immune system’s ability to fight off colds and flu. Salmon – In the autumn and winter months when we [...]
Roasted butternut squash
Butternut squash is so delicious when it’s roasted with a little coconut oil, or olive oil. All squashes are wonderful “colon-friendly” foods, cleansing, nourishing and very easy to digest. Butternut is a good source of vitamin C and B vitamins, and rich in calcium and magnesium too. Serve this dish with a simple rocket salad, [...]
Five foods… that boost energy and endurance
Watercress – Watercress may be low in calories, but don’t under-estimate this leafy green’s energy-giving power. Noted for being a great source of B vitamins (especially B6), these are the family of nutrients that help to efficiently run the cell’s metabolic “engines”, converting fat, protein and carbohydrate into energy. Watercress also provides a worthy dose [...]
Rainbow salad with avocado, sweet potato, beetroot, and tomato
This beautiful “rainbow salad” really is a meal-in-one. Serves 2 2 medium/200g sweet potato, cut and diced into small cubes 1 ripe avocado 1 pack of vacuum-packed organic beetroot 100g cherry tomatoes, halved 1 bag of watercress and spinach salad Balsamic vinegar ¼ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp of ground black pepper Preparation and [...]
About Lucy-Ann Prideaux MSc BSc RNutr
A registered Nutritionist, Lucy-Ann gained an MSc degree in Human Nutrition, from Aberdeen University in 1997, following a first class honours degree in Sport & Exercise Science. As a past competitive runner, triathlete and personal trainer, she has vast experience and knowledge of performance nutrition at elite and recreational level, as well as in-depth knowledge of general health nutrition.
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