There are three macronutrients in the diet that provides us with energy; protein, fat and carbohydrates! And today I will go more into detail about carbohydrates. What are carbohydrates? Carbohydrates refers to different sugars, starches and fibres in our diet. These are all based on single sugar molecules, called monosaccharides. This is the most basic […]
Nutrition
Health Benefits of Eggs
Eggs are one food item I always make sure I have at home! They’re cheap and incredibly versatile in cooking! With eggs at home you can whip up a meal in no time! Also, eggs truly are real nutritional powerhouses! They’re loaded with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, they’re full of protein and healthy fats! So let’s […]
Benefits of Christmas Spices
This is the time of the year when spices are used in an abundance! What would Christmas baking, cooking and drinking be without all the fragrant spices being used? The smell of mulled wine and gingerbread is the smell of christmas epitomised! But these spices not only come with great flavour, they have also been […]