Posts Tagged ‘healthy eating’

Get fit for summer: diet tips

Thursday, May 20th, 2010

Planning on losing a few pounds before the summer (aren't we all)? SaveAFewBob has a few simple, commonsense and cost-effective ways to help you drop an inch or two. No fad diets - just straightforward, practical advice. Read More

CheapEats.ie

Friday, April 16th, 2010

CheapEats.ie is a blog for all seasons - cookery, eating out, gardening and how to cut down on your grocery bills. CheapEats is one of our favourite blogs at the moment - read on to find out why... Read More

Smoothies

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010

smoothiesSmoothies are the ultimate guilt-free snack. Not only do they taste great, they aren’t full of the refined sugars that you find in soft drinks. Plus the fruit content of your average smoothie will give you three or… Read More

Is organic food really worth it?

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

We've all heard about the supposed benefits of organic food, but do these claims really stand up to scrutiny? Is it really worth paying extra for organic products? Or are consumers just falling for a clever marketing ploy? Read More

Protect your health and your pocket

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

immune-systemThe Afternoon Show, on Wednesday 4th November, did a great segment on how to boost your immune system this winter. A strong immune system is vital to maintaining good health and avoiding nasty colds and flu. Read More

Treat the kids

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009

kevindundonimage Kevin Dundon demonstrates how easy it is to make healthy home cooked meals with three family friendly recipes. Read More

Best in season means best in value for fruit and vegetables

Wednesday, July 8th, 2009

eating-food-in-seasonSummertime and the healthy eating is easy. Make the most of the fact that in warmer weather you are much more inclined to eat well. What better time to get your five-a-day than while Mother Nature is doing her utmost to make sure that the tastiest Read More

Baked Mediterranean Chicken

Tuesday, July 7th, 2009

bakedmedchicken This VIDEO shows you how to create an excellent one pot wonder for all your entertaining requirements. Read More

Poached Salmon, Lemon Mayonnaise

Tuesday, July 7th, 2009

poached salmonVIDEO instructions of how to create the perfect poached salmon and lemon mayonnaise for your special family occasion.... Read More

Thai Style Pork

Monday, July 6th, 2009

thai-stew-ck-354826-lVIDEO instructions of how to create the perfect poached Thai style pork for your special family occasion. People repeatedly say to me that they are looking for new ways of jazzing up pork.... Read More

Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Sunday, July 5th, 2009

pastasaladThe RECIPE provided here is is my absolute favourite salad of all times. It is very simple to make and is also quite healthy as compared to some of its mayonnaise based counterparts. This is an ideal salad to have ready in advance for a special occasion or as an accompaniment to a summer barbecue. Read More

Lemon & Broccoli Tabbouleh

Sunday, July 5th, 2009

brocolli This RECIPE for Tabbouleh shows you how to make makes a nice flavoursome accompaniment which is a little more ‘grainy’ than cous cous.... Read More

Summer Salad Special

Sunday, July 5th, 2009

tomato-saladThis is a fantastic salad which marries fruit with vegetables very successfully dressed with just a very simple dressing. The RECIPE is provided is very easy to follow. Read More

Meringue Roulade with Toasted Almonds

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

meringue-roulade-with-strawberriesA finger licking dessert....many will definitely want more” This visually impressive dish is very easy to prepare as this VIDEO demonstrates. Read More

Know your nutrition

Friday, May 22nd, 2009

know-your-nutritionDo you feel that sometimes you treat your body more like a shed than a temple? Many people don’t realise the effect the food you eat has on your health and overall sense of well-being. It’s worth remembering that fast food is just that – fast, and not a whole lot else. In the time it takes you to stand in line and squint up at the menu you could be in and out of your local grocers with the makings of a fine meal. Know what your body needs lots, some, and very little of and take it from there. Read More

Getting value for your weekly shop

Tuesday, May 19th, 2009

grocery-shoppingIt is a common myth that cheap = unhealthy when it comes to food, a myth we are happy to dispel. While the fast-food chains target the nation’s purse strings with “unbeatable” cost-saving meals, the price your health will pay in the long run Read More