What is the latest information regarding Coconut Oil?

I was teaching my Wednesday morning plates class and we were discussing some of the benefits of coconut oil.

One of my clients who is from Malaysia said that in her country whenever the children had a temperature they gave them a teaspoon of coconut oil and it brought the temperature down.

I had not heard of coconut used in this way before.

It lead me to thinking….

What other amazing uses does it have?

My Energizing Smoothie by Fit 4 You

At this time of year and going into the winter months our energy levels can dip a little so the following is a great booster. As the fruits are not available throughout the year try freezing them to use when needed.


Ingredients:


A tub of Blueberries


A tub of Strawberries


A tub of Blackberries


A tub of Raspberries


A tub of Pomegranate seeds


A tablespoon of Honey 


A medium sized tub of natural low fat yogurt


A Tablespoon of Coconut.

Add 2 to 3 Apples

Method:
 Add all the ingredients to a blender and zap until consistency is smooth. Have a glass immediately and then add the rest to empty yoghurt or humous pots and freeze till needed. 


Do let me know your own ideas for beating the winter blues as I am sure you will have loads of recipes and great ideas xxx

Eat well and train well

Training burns calories - listen to your body and eat when you are hungry.  An ideal training diet is high in carbohydrates, low in fat with a good mix of protein, vitamins and minerals.

All foods provide energy (calories) but don’t waste time with empty calories - make sure each mouthful is nutritious. Try to eat fresh, natural ingredients,’ good’ calories if you can and select any processed foods carefully, checking the labels for those lowest in hidden fats and salts.  Remember to drink plenty of fluid throughout the day : )

Plan meals and snacks around your exercise as you will fatigue quickly on empty and so won’t achieve the best results.  

Eat and drink immediately after an endurance session.  Recovery is extremely important so rest after a hard work out session to help the muscles to repair.

  

What makes a healthy training diet?