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Today was delightful, fun and interesting, in the main.  But ended as a diet disaster 😦 Why? We were up reasonably early and out quickly so we could visit Columbia Road flower market.  I had never been before so was … Continue reading →

Too Tired to write much today.  My friends last night generously plied me with gallons of Rioja which I guzzled in my customary piggy style.  So I feel very tired today. Strawberry, frozen banana, Tahini and soya milk smoothie for … Continue reading →

Today did not go as planned.  I was supposed to be playing tennis and then meeting Judy and some other people for a long walk and a picnic.  Thanks to the rain, that was all cancelled.  Humph! Blueberry Porridge; 50 … Continue reading →

After a very late night, during which I ate and drank way too much of everything,  I woke up feeling dreadful.  No surprises there.  I would ideally have made myself some freshly squeezed juices but rugby started today and Harvey … Continue reading →

Today was so sunny when I woke up.  I LOVE sunny mornings. I made my favourite breakfast; 50g oats, 140ml soya milk, 1/2 a banana and Chia seeds.  And I added 1 tbsp almond butter with cinnamon and coconut and … Continue reading →

I needed a substantial breakfast as I was playing tennis at 10am and I fancied porridge.  We were out of bananas so I rummaged in the cupboard for something to sweeten the porridge with and found a recently purchased jar … Continue reading →

Well thats what hubby says anyway.  Yes, Mondays are Weigh-in days at Weight Watchers.  I haven’t been for 3 weeks due to the holiday and had put on 1.5 pounds the last time I went.  But I have been focused … Continue reading →

Today started so well.  I always like to start on a positive note.  Smoothie for breakfast: blueberries, banana, soya milk, vanilla fat free yogurt, 1/2 tbsp chia seeds and 1 tbsp tahini.  It was delicious.  And very purple. I made … Continue reading →

I have noticed many of the nutrition and lifestyle blogs I read, use Chia seeds.  I had never heard of them before so I did some research.  The main benefit to dieters seems to be that they have a gelling … Continue reading →

Last week we were looked after superbly by our little Turkish angel, Fatima.  She cooked delicious meals 3 times a day.  They were all home made using fresh ingredients and all meals were full of fruits and veggies.  She made … Continue reading →