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This mixture can be whizzed up the night before and left in the fridge overnight ready for the morning. Play around with the flavours. Substitute vanilla for mixed spice or cinnamon, and serve alongside whichever fruit is in season. Chopped plums, nectarines, apples, pears or cherries would all be delicious. INGREDIENTS 1 large banana 3 medium eggs 75g almonds 1 teaspoon vanilla extract To serve: A dollop of coconut or natural yoghurt A handful of berries STEP-BY-STEP Blend the banana, eggs, almonds and vanilla together in a high-speed blender until smooth. Preheat a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat....

With our culture centered around sitting at work, on the computer, or even during our leisure time, it’s very easy to find yourself having tight hips. When you have tight hips, doing many things feel like a chore – going up stairs, stretching, sometimes even walking. There are many ways to increase hip flexibility, though. All it takes is some work, patience – and time. IMPROVEMENT #1: Pay attention to your posture WHICH ARE YOU? Posture is so widely and easily overlooked when it comes to getting better with your body. With good posture, your entire body is connected and functioning as one. With good posture,...

  When it comes to training to achieve certain fitness goals, like building muscle or shedding some fat, having an effective workout plan is of the utmost importance (along with nutrition). A good workout plan consists of a few things, like knowing what exercises are best for your goals. For example, those wanting to build muscle will take part in strength workouts and exercises, those wanting to lose weight will focus more on cardio with a mix of strength training. Another important aspect of any good workout plan is knowing the best set and rep ranges for you and your...

120 grams whole grain flour or 1 cup Organic White bread flour 120 grams or 1/2 cup per feeding of luke warm water   Day 1 Day 1: Starting in the morning or at night, using a mason jar, mix 1 cup whole grain flour (120 grams) with 1/2 cup (120 grams) filtered water using a fork making sure you’ve incorporated all the dry flour. For your first measuring – it is a good idea to weigh the flour, using a kitchen scale so you get an idea of how thick it should feel. It should be like a thick...

Short n' Sweet We all know a relaxing session in the sauna helps ease the mind and muscles, open the airway and warm the soul; but did you know there is scientific evidence that supports the connection between regular sauna use and a healthier heart and longer life? If you haven't been taking advantage of the sauna, now is the time! Further Understanding Using the sauna to relax has several benefits like reducing stress and physical tension in the body. Additionally, studies are emerging that show the correlation between frequency of sauna use and better health. A recent study confirmed that, "Emerging evidence...