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Recipe for Success
Recently I gave a keynote in Singapore to a group of 2,500 enthusiastic people from the Pacific region, all keen to find out the best ways to maximize their own Healthy LifeStyles. And I received many requests for my ‘secret formula’ – exactly what it is I do to help...
Healing From The Inside Out
Have you ever stopped and marveled at the profound capacity of our bodies to rebalance and heal themselves, on many levels? It’s a thought that’s been front of mind for me for over 2 decades. In fact it’s set the stage for my life’s work. You see, having been told I’d...
Fresco Pesto – herb fiesta!
Time for a timeless favourite – that’s pretty much allergy-safe. Why? For a highly nutritious, tasty snack or part of an impressive entree When? The perfect dip, spread or stuffing – for example with ‘Must-have mushrooms’. Ingredients – 2 cups fresh basil, chopped 3...
I’ll take it!
How to put into words my experience last weekend? Maybe it’s the sense of being a part of something inherently good, like New Zealand’s largest fundraising walk. Or the thrill of completing such a demanding physical and mental challenge of walking 25 hours without...
Rip off the plaster!
Something to ponder - have you ever wondered how much procrastination costs us – really? And is the ultimate pain of dithering actually worth it? It's time to rip off the plaster! Yesterday, I realized I was edging my way around the next thing on my priority list –...
Lemon Cashew Drizzle
Most people would prefer a healthy option if possible – the tastier the better! And there’s certainly no shortage of tasty treats around, although they’re not always healthy. Time to get blending,for a great source of nutrients including phosphorus, magnesium,...
What we know and what we do
Ever find yourself feeling puzzled, when you began with the best intentions to go for a run, and instead you found yourself on the sofa nibbling the particularly tasty morsel you found in the fridge?... ...the same tempting treat you hadn’t even noticed this morning,...
Must-have mushrooms
Why? When you feel like that certain something that feels substantial, although leave you over-full When? For tempting starters when friends are coming over, or simply when you feel like something special Ingredients – makes enough for 2 people 6 medium plump, white...
Choco-frenzy!
Irresistible! Why? When you want a tasty, healthy energy option When? Morning or afternoon low GI snack – when you’re feeling decadent, and want to be mindful of wise-food choices. Otherwise perfect over muesli or your gRAWnola (check out the ConvertiBelle recipe!)...
Fifi’s gRAWnola
What if there was a way to fill your fuel tanks with a low GI (slow-burning), mouth-wateringly-good, convenient delight? There is! It’s Fifi’s gRAWnola (the raw version of the popular favourite!) When? Ideal for breakfast, snacks, a meal-on-the-go, dessert, or even to...