Winter is a time of hibernation and comfort. It is tempting to reach for the sugary, stodgy snacks and foods but here are a few ideas to keep you nourished throughout the darker months. Porridge is an excellent start to the day, add in some chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, berries and a splash of yoghurt it helps to keep you fuller for longer and keeps your blood sugars balanced. Snacks to keep you going can be an apple and some almond butter, hummus and carrot or celery sticks or have a go at making some energy balls.
See recipe
https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/energy_balls_48221
Lunch can be a simple soup made with chicken stock from the Sunday roast and add in a variety of vegetables and herbs such as thyme, parsley or rosemary.
Great for immunity and make a seeded cracker to boost your omega 3
https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/multi-seed_savoury_03806
Dinner can be a time for the family to gather and what better than to have a warming , vegetable filled stew served with some brown rice or mashed potatoes. Organic or grass fed meat will boost your protein , healthy fats and iron levels. Make more then you will use and freeze it for another day when you are short on time.
Finish the day with a hot cacao milk which will relax you for sleep as cacao is rich in magnesium which is nature’s tranquilliser.
best wishes
Hazel
hazelballantinenutrition.com
Nutritional therapist, health coach and pharmacist
07594971702
Iwood Health, Wrington 