Almonds are rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, which help keep blood vessels healthy, and eating a small handful of nuts a day can help reduce your risk of heart disease. Just make sure the nuts you eat aren’t salted or coated with sugar. Almonds in particular work well as an alternative for cheese, bacon bits or croutons in your salad.
Category: Recipes
Pan-seared tuna with lime pepper crust
Tuna is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce your risk of heart disease. Omega-3 fats also help lower blood pressure and regulate your heart rate. Aim to eat omega-3 rich oily fish such as salmon, tuna and mackerel 2-3 times a week. In this recipe, tuna can be substituted with salmon steaks.
Vegetarian stuffed and baked peppers
Looking for a tasty vegetarian meal for supper? Try this! Roasted peppers are great as a main meal or as a side meal with fish or salad.
Peppers stuffed with corn and crab meat
A colourful, tasty recipe you can share with your friends, and it has the added benefit of being trigger-free if you’re asthmatic.
Grilled steak
Beef has a bad rap, but it can be good for you — it’s a great source of protein, iron, and heart-healthy B-vitamins. Choose lean cuts and grass-fed meat to make your meal a healthy one.
Grilled herbed chicken breasts
Lean meat, such as chicken and turkey are healthy options – especially if they’re grilled either on the braai or under the oven grill.
Roasted oats and nuts with summer fruit
Healthy eating is important to boost your immune system, not only when you are sick, but to keep you healthy. Eating to boost your immune system will give your body more strength for when you are feeling sick. Foods packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants should be on the top of your list. A good variety of foods, in a variety of colours is important as different nutrients often work together to promote health.
Beef and beetroot curry
Beetroot adds a fantastic dash of colour and healthy nutrients to this spicy Indian dish. It’s perfect for cooler months, or when you feel like a hearty meal.
Healthy breakfast smoothie
Fresh fruit shakes in between meals are good for people who are trying to maintain a healthy weight. Shakes are easier to consume and digest between meals and they’re a good way to ensure you get your 5-a-day.
Chicken salad wraps
During pregnancy, extra protein is very beneficial. Continue reading “Chicken salad wraps”
Broccoli and cheese soup
The basic principles of healthy eating remain the same for when you are pregnant, viz. include plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and supplements, such as folic acid, found in broccoli. Continue reading “Broccoli and cheese soup”