In 2015 I decided to take a leap of faith and apply to work at a summer camp in America. I had no clue what I was getting myself in for when I applied, but 3 years later it is still one of the best decisions I have ever made! But what is it really… Continue reading 10 things to know about working at a summer camp
Month: September 2018
How did I fall into nutrition?
Food has always been a passion for me, since I can remember. I was always known as the child that was always hungry and had her own stash of food in her bedroom - to the dismay of my older sisters; we still laugh about that fact to this day! I grew up performing from… Continue reading How did I fall into nutrition?
Roasted Chickpeas | Recipe
I kept seeing roasted chickpeas all over my instagram feed, so I decided to find what all the buzz was about and cook some for myself! But why are chickpeas good for you? Chickpeas are super high in soluble fibre which keeps you fuller for longer, and also reduces lower-density lipoprotein (bad cholesterol). Chickpeas are… Continue reading Roasted Chickpeas | Recipe
What’s the big deal about Breakfast?
It's getting colder by the minute as we enter these next cold few months and as we cling on to more minutes in bed, breakfast can become less of a priority. BUT...taking those extra few minutes to eat breakfast can be beneficial to your health and make a difference to your day. Breakfast can range… Continue reading What’s the big deal about Breakfast?
How to get Vitamin D now the sun’s disappeared.
As we head into the winter months and the sunlight decreases from our so-called summer, the question arises where do we now get Vitamin D from? What is Vitamin D? Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, that is key for the maintenance of minerals such as calcium and phosphorus. It also helps absorb calcium which… Continue reading How to get Vitamin D now the sun’s disappeared.