The festive season can be a tough time of the year for people with diabetes, but it doesn’t have to be bad news. You can have fun without allowing blood-sugar levels to spiral out of control – it just takes a bit of planning and some good recipes. Continue reading “Don’t let diabetes ruin Christmas!”
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Pimp that salad!
Summertime, holiday time – and that means braai time! If you choose to light the fire in the late afternoon or evening, that probably means some leftover chops, chicken or steak. Here’s a great idea for lunch the next day, and you get the family to look at salad in a whole new way! Continue reading “Pimp that salad!”
Traditional spinach and cabbage dish umfino
Almost everyone knows about the traditional combination of cabbage, onion and spinach called Umfino. Whether you choose to eat it as a main dish or on the side, let’s look at why Umfino is good for you and the family! Continue reading “Traditional spinach and cabbage dish umfino”
Hooray for puree! Delicious butternut soup
Do your kids always turn up their nose when they see those veggies on their plate? These superfoods are packed with vitamins and minerals that are essential for their diet. Are you out of ideas? Well, this is the solution you’ve been looking for! Continue reading “Hooray for puree! Delicious butternut soup”
Your best life!
When you think of Kauai, you think of delicious island-style food and freshly-pressed juice combinations – all the taste without anything that sticks to your hips or taxes your health.
Well, now you can take some of it home! Put together these delectable dishes in your own kitchen with Your Best Life. Continue reading “Your best life!”
Unlocking chakalaka’s health secrets!
Chakalaka – we all know that spicy, delicious relish we spoon over everything. Sure, it tastes great, but is chakalaka also good for you? Yes! And it’s all in the ingredients. While everyone has their own special way of making this home-grown relish, there are some basics that go into every pot. Here’s what they do for you: Continue reading “Unlocking chakalaka’s health secrets!”
Red wine chicken and garlic
Looking for a cholesterol-busting, heart healthy meal? Try out this red wine chicken and garlic recipe! The olive oil and red wine contains a potent mix of antioxidants that helps lower your “bad” (LDL) cholesterol but leaving your “good” (HDL) cholesterol untouched. Here’s how to make it:
Gluten-free cinnamon rolls
These delicious gluten-free cinnamon rolls are perfect if you need to make brunch for guests or you have to keep the kids happy at breakfast over the holidays:
Broccoli and cauliflower bake topped with cheese and bacon
Nut granola
This grain-and-sugar-free granola makes the perfect substitute for muesli. Serve it with fruit and yoghurt.
Cherry tomatoes with bocconcini
This is a dish you can throw together when you have leftover cheese from the salad the night before. Apart from being a delicious breakfast, the dish is a good pizza substitute when you don’t have a carb-free base.
Spanish chicken
Looking for an impressive gluten-free dinner recipe you can serve family and friends? Then this Spanish chicken is just for you.