by Danielle Norman

Align your diet with the season to increase immunity

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

Aligning with Autumn Seasonal and local eating is not only better for the environment but it also harmonizes the body and prevents illness. If we examine the nature of Autumn we observe strong winds, cooler weather and the falling of leaves, nuts … Continue reading →

A good quality protein breakfast, like a whey protein shake, can help kick start your day and boost your metabolism

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

Thefoodlife.org’s favourite Isowhey Recipes Nutritionist/Chef and IsoWhey® Ambassador Zoe Bingley-Pullin A good quality protein breakfast, like a whey protein shake, can help kick start your day and boost your metabolism. Nutritionist/Chef and IsoWhey® Ambassador Zoe Bingley-Pullin shares some of her … Continue reading →

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Food before protein powder… always

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

Let’s start this debate with this thought…. Food before protein powder… always. Here is an interview I did on protein powders recently on the phone with the SBS. If you or a family member is going to use a protein … Continue reading →

High Protein dinner: Organic Grass fed Beef and Spinach Beetroot Salad with Cauliflower Mash

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

Perfect meal after a big training session, high in protein and the right amount of carbs to replenish Glycogen Stores. Glycogen is found in the liver and muscles. The muscles convert glycogen into usable energy and your body utilizes your glycogen … Continue reading →

Cook with coconut and stop those sugar cravings

Posted on March 21, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

Having been a health and fitness expert for over 13 years, it is critical to attain and share the real facts on foods that can enhance your health. One tropical trooper that can assist you tremendously is coconut oil. … Continue reading →

Quick and Healthy Lunch box Ideas

Posted on March 13, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

Click on the picture to download the free ebook My aim is a healthy balanced diet with complex & simple carbs, proteins, Omegas, vitamins, antioxidants and good fats. I customise our meals based on activity levels because food consumption should … Continue reading →

Must know facts about protein powders

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

As previously mentioned, protein is a very important nutrient for Bradley and I for very different reasons. Every morning we have a smoothie that contains bananas, berries, greek yogurt, dates, almond milk, chia seeds and added protein powder. Recently we … Continue reading →

A Simple Guide to Clean Eating

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

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Fennel pork Breakfast Taco

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Thefoodlife.org

Ingredients 1/2 Zucchini diced 3 stems Asparagus cut into 3cm portions Roast pumpkin left over diced 2cm cubes Roast fennel pork diced 2cm cubes Green beans cut to 2cm 3 Mushrooms quartered 1/4 Capsicum diced Fresh Parsley Garlic 2 cloves … Continue reading →

Each cooking oil has a purpose, getting it wrong could be harmful!

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

Further to Wendy Laroche’s guest appearance regarding the use of coconut to say goodbye to those sugar cravings, I was quite surprised about the burning point of Olive oil and how it oxidises at high temperatures, creating free radicals. I … Continue reading →

People who live in Sunny climates or work out doors have lower death rates from cancers

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

Our Guest expert today is Paul Scicluna of Global Health Renegade discussing the importance of Vitamin D Paul Scicluna is a No.1 international best-selling author, health coach and passionate public speaker. From ancient times to the present day the sun … Continue reading →

Did you know? To neutralize a glass of cola with a pH of 2.5, it would take 32 glasses of alkaline water with a pH of 10

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

The main aim of this post is to communicate that a healthy diet is a balanced diet made up of foods that are considered acidic and alkaline. The proportions is important and the best way to make decisions is to … Continue reading →

His & Hers Antioxidant Boost Breakfast

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

Its so important to start everyday with a healthy breakfast and good frame of mind Ingredients Cubed eggplant (salted and excess fluid removed to extract bitterness) Shredded Chicken Shredded Zucchini Shredded Carrot 6 Eggs Broccoli Turmeric powder Chilli ground and flakes … Continue reading →

Prevention is the best medicine with Pineapple

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

I pack a portion of pineapple in our lunches daily, predominantly because the best medicine is prevention so I try to fill our diets with foods that assist the immune system to prevent colds & Flus. Protein is an essential of Brad’s diet … Continue reading →

Forgotten Superfood: Paprika

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

It’s so easy to reap these benefits try adding a bit of paprika as a garnish to your foods I add it to Bradley and Is eggs every morning along with turmeric, chilli powder, garlic powder & ground coriander. Spices … Continue reading →

Sally Symonds who has lost 50% of her body weight and kept it off tells us how

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

Sally Symonds is one of the few people in the world who has lost over 50% of their original body weight and kept it off for over a decade! She gives Thefoodlife.org the top 5 steps to reaching your goals … Continue reading →

How our Aussie 7s Rugby team get their strength and power

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

Following on from the article on the speed & conditioning programming our 7s athletes undertake, this article will cover the gym based strength & power programming the athletes complete. This component of training is hugely important for our athletes- being … Continue reading →

Slow Cooked Chicken Lentil Soup

Posted on March 20, 2014 by Thefoodlife.org

The yummiest old fashioned cold and flu remedy that contains powerful herbs & spices. Organic is important when you feel a cold coming along or when you are fighting one. Organic foods allows your body to concentrate on fighting the … Continue reading →