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The Importance of Strength Training for Women in Midlife
The Importance of Strength Training for Women in Midlife

As women move through midlife, maintaining muscle becomes one of the most important things we can do for our health. Discover how strength training supports metabolism, bone health, body composition, energy levels and healthy ageing — and why it’s never too late to start.

Why Midlife Weight Gain Happens (Even When You Haven’t Changed Your Diet)</span>
Why Midlife Weight Gain Happens (Even When You Haven’t Changed Your Diet)

Many women notice that during their 40s and 50s their body starts to change in ways that feel frustrating and confusing. Weight gain becomes easier, energy feels lower, body composition shifts and the strategies that used to work no longer seem effective.

Ever feel like one slip up means it’s all over?
Ever feel like one slip up means it’s all over?

Ever feel like one slip up means it’s all over?

Weight management, Mindset and CBT: How your thinking can sabotage your health goals

The easiest healthy choice is the one waiting for you!
The easiest healthy choice is the one waiting for you!

The easiest healthy choice is the one waiting for you!

Hummus with a twist
Hummus with a twist

Hummus with a twist!

Chewy (Nut-Free) Granola Bars
Chewy (Nut-Free) Granola Bars

Healthy Granola Bar Recipe!

Scrambled Oats … A High Protein Start To The Day!
Scrambled Oats … A High Protein Start To The Day!

Perfect start to a busy day ahead!

Dark Chocolate Cashew Nut Bars
Dark Chocolate Cashew Nut Bars

To die for!

Protein Nut Butter Balls
Protein Nut Butter Balls

No cooking needed - just five minutes preparation for a super healthy treat

Mexican Black Bean Chilli
Mexican Black Bean Chilli

Mexican Black Bean Chilli

Coconut Curried Carrot Soup with Spiced Chickpeas
Coconut Curried Carrot Soup with Spiced Chickpeas

Has to be my favourite soup .... delicious!

Chicken Tikka Masala ... a home cooked fresh "Take Away"
Chicken Tikka Masala ... a home cooked fresh "Take Away"

Chicken Tikka Masala .. the perfect home cooked fresh “Take Away”!

Beef and Bean Chilli
Beef and Bean Chilli

Great bowl of goodness for the family.

Oat Bread ... A Healthy, High Protein Bread Alternative
Oat Bread ... A Healthy, High Protein Bread Alternative

A healthy high protein bread made from oats, yogurt and an egg!

Paleo Chicken Tenders (Low Carb Healthy Alternative)
Paleo Chicken Tenders (Low Carb Healthy Alternative)

For all of you cutting down on carbs this February, here is a simple recipe that all the family will enjoy. My healthy alternative to Chicken Tenders.

Lemon and Almond Drop Scones
Lemon and Almond Drop Scones

Lemon and Almond Drop Scones

Lemon Scones
Lemon Scones

Quick & Easy Lunchbox Filler for busy children and adults

Roasted tomato and red pepper soup
Roasted tomato and red pepper soup

A nutritious and very simple soup

7 GREAT SALAD DRESSING RECIPES
7 GREAT SALAD DRESSING RECIPES

DRESSINGS FOR SUMMER SALADS…Great way to increase your plant intake!

The easiest healthy choice is the one waiting for you!
The easiest healthy choice is the one waiting for you!

Smart, Healthy Choices made easy

Cheese and sunflower seed savoury scones
Cheese and sunflower seed savoury scones

Savoury Scones

Orange and Cinnamon Drop Scones
Orange and Cinnamon Drop Scones

Wholemeal orange and cinnamon drop scones

Pilates - Control Balance
Pilates - Control Balance

CONTROL BALANCE - Pilates Strength Movement

Roasted vegetables, basil and bulgur wheat salad
Roasted vegetables, basil and bulgur wheat salad

If a salad can ever be called comfort food … here it is!

Tea Soaked Raisin and Walnut Bread with no added sugar
Tea Soaked Raisin and Walnut Bread with no added sugar

Delicious no added sugar recipe

Peanut Butter Oat Bars
Peanut Butter Oat Bars

Filling, healthy and satisfying  - I have a weakness for a great homemade oat bar. I don't like them sweet but prefer a satisfying bar with plenty of chew. We all know the traditional flap jack is loaded with sugar and butter and for those of you looking for a healthy snack bar, here is a great recipe

Chickpea Curry
Chickpea Curry

Chickpea Curry 

Rye and Caraway Turkey Goujons
Rye and Caraway Turkey Goujons

Turkey Goujons ... perfect protein snack

Chicken Noodle Soup
Chicken Noodle Soup

An easy chicken noodle soup ... can't go wrong!

Dhal Lentil Curry
Dhal Lentil Curry

A warm, satisfying vegeteraian bowl!