the healthy life.
Even though autumn has already been with us a few weeks, the weather in Ontario, Canada, is still warm enough to throw a bbq. In fact last weekend my sister invited me for one and I thought about taking a … [Read more]
Whether we like to admit or not, deep within our soul we all enjoy the texture and bite of buns or anything which is bread related. However, if like us you are health conscious and track your macros on a … [Read more]
There is no better way to learn about nutrition than to apply theory in practice and assess your body's reaction to it. To this effect, last year I went vegan for a week and subsequently drew my personal … [Read more]
Soy sauce seems to somehow find its place in most kitchens however is it really safe to eat? Before answering this question we ought to briefly explain what this sauce is all about. Soy sauce is made from … [Read more]
How often do you get a craving for something fresh and sweet during these hot and sweaty summer days? We all do... and when it kicks in there's a high risk we end up reaching out to something loaded with sugar, … [Read more]
Do you recall the last time you ate pineapple? How did your tongue feel before swallowing it? Pineapple contains 'bromelain', an enzyme that breaks down protein. Since our body is made out of proteins, the … [Read more]
A couple of weeks ago while doing my groceries at the local supermarket, I bumped into a friend of mine. After a brief chat he glanced at a bottle on the shelf in front of him. The bottle read 'organic … [Read more]
Binge Eating Disorder is also commonly known as compulsive overeating. It refers to the consumption of abnormal amounts of food in a short period of time with the person experiencing this being unable to stop … [Read more]
Even though summer is still a few weeks away, the unmistakable barbecue smell has already been lingering in the air. As pleasant as a summer barbecue can be, it can also easily turn into a dangerous food feast … [Read more]
One thing is to separately eat an egg, oats, a carrot or a coconut and another thing is to have all these combined together in a scrumptious recipe that makes for a great healthy snack on the go. Enter the … [Read more]
And here we are again, for the 4th year running, thankfully logging in another national title in the IFBB Men's Physique (up to 1m70) category. My 4 titles now belong to 2014, 2015, 2017 and 2018, with 2016 … [Read more]
With summer soon with us you will probably be looking at dropping a few layers of fat from your sexy body. With this in mind you will inevitably need to gradually start lowering your calorie intake, with … [Read more]
If you have a craving for some crackers but want to avoid the less than desirable ingredients found in many packaged goods today, then you have to try our chia cheese crackers. Not only are they delicious, but … [Read more]
Flaxseeds (also knows as linseeds) are tiny seeds which provide generous amounts of healthy fats, protein and fibre. In fact it comes as no surprise that these seeds fall under the umbrella of … [Read more]
With the onset of spring upon us, you will mostly likely start thinking about gradually shedding those couple extra comfortable layers of winter fat off your sexy body. And this time round we have thought about … [Read more]
Have you been looking for new snack ideas but running out of steam or options? Well then look no further for you have just stumbled upon a good fix! Enter the Mirror Friendly Vegan Protein Pudding… This … [Read more]
I consider fitness and sports as the best school of life. In fact athletics and fitness have been my daily battlefield for life while growing up, being very influential in shaping me up and making me the person … [Read more]
Sauerkraut, which is considered a super food, has been around for over 2000 years. It is basically a fermented cabbage which is easier to digest than a fresh cabbage with some outstanding health benefits due … [Read more]
Should you supplement with a multivitamin or not? Dietary supplements are a multibillion-dollar industry. Many people are reaching out for multivitamins hoping for better health, preventing diseases or … [Read more]
A typical question we receive from our followers: I would like to loose 7 kilos in 5 weeks. The problem is that every Monday I start on a diet and typically only manage to last a few days, at most till … [Read more]