Orange, Strawberry & Mint Flavored Water

Millions of us guzzle litres of fizzy drinks every year. Fizzy drinks and squash have gone from being an occasional treat to becoming a beverage that is consumed daily, even replacing water for many people. A typical can of regular Coke contains over 9 teaspoons of sugar, that is 39 grams of sugar. The recommended daily allowance of sugar, […]

What Alcoholic Drink Is Best……

Vodka Soda Ingredients: Vodka, Soda water Vodka averages 96 calories per 1.5 ounces. Soda water, of course, has no calories. However, there is no nutritional value in this drink whatsoever. Whiskey and Gin Ingredients: Various Guess what? Flavour isn’t bad for you! Forget the vodka. Bourbon generally ranges between 97 and 110 calories per 1.5 […]

How Much Protein Should You Be Eating?

As you know, your daily protein intake plays an absolutely crucial role in terms of the overall health and function of your body, if you want to lose fat, build muscle or increase performance in virtually any capacity, protein (and how much of it you eat per day) becomes even more important. Person, Situation & Goals Ideal Daily Protein […]

Fruit And It’s Sugar Content…..

Fruit is a food group that can be confusing to low-carb eaters and diabetics.  It is also an area where some of the popular low-carb diet plans differ, as some depend more upon glycemic index or glycemic load, while others just look at the amount of carbohydrate. Fruits Lowest in Sugar Small Amounts of Lemon […]

Do Not Cut Carbs……Get Them From The Correct Sources.

Carbohydrates are one of the main types of nutrients. They are the most important source of energy for your body. Your digestive system changes carbohydrates into glucose (blood sugar). Your body uses this sugar for energy for your cells, tissues and organs so it is important that we get these in our body, however there […]

Minted Fruit Cocktail Juice

1 apple, peeled, cored, and sliced 1 orange, peeled and divided 1/2 cup pineapple 2 cups watermelon, cubed and seeded 1 teaspoon lemon juice A small sprig of fresh mint Juice the apple and orange first, followed by the pineapple. Transfer juice to a blender, and add the watermelon, lemon juice, and mint. Puree until […]