My Gluten-Free Journey: Breaking Up with Bread

We all know the struggle of trying to shed a few pounds and hit the gym regularly. For me, the toughest part has always been breaking up with bread. Baguettes, ciabatta, croissants – you name it – I’ve loved them…

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We’ve upped our workout game with wheatgrass antioxidant

Why wheatgrass juice powder is essential for mums over 40 I first encountered the wheatgrass antioxidant trend years ago, initially for its promise to enhance my complexion rather than for its fitness benefits. While the craze eventually faded, wheatgrass is…

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Get the scoop on strength training with peanut butter

Packed with protein, peanut butter is my go-to spread for strength training. As National Peanut Butter Day approaches next week (yes, it’s a real celebration!), it’s the perfect time to appreciate this creamy, protein-packed delight. Why peanut butter supports strength…

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Cassia vs. ceylon cinnamon: health and choosing the right spice

Cinnamon has been a cherished spice in our Persian-inspired kitchen for years. From lubia polo to zereshk polo, its warming flavour enhances some of our family’s favourite dishes. Whether added to rice water or sprinkled on steamed Persian rice (Chelow),…

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How to eat, move and care for yourself at 47

Yesterday, an old friend of H, a cherished companion from a chapter in our lives we hadn’t revisited in years, walked through our door. Life’s rollercoaster had kept us apart, but the universe decided it was time to reunite us.…

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Boxing training at 46 and how it has changed me

If you want to get excited about exercise in the new year but crave something different, why not try boxing? It’s sure to get you fired up and ready to go! At 46, I didn’t expect it to become a…

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How I found happiness in grief, words, and throwing punches

When my mum died at 65, the day before I was due to start a new job, life did what life does: it knocked the stuffing out of me. Flowers arrived, cards piled up, colleagues offered condolences. I cried, I…

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