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Healthy cinema snacks: is there one?
By Rebecca Amey on 21/09/2010 18:14:06
From popcorn to pick'n'mix, what is a healthy cinema snack?
behind the counter for a much healthier lower-fat snack.cast list per 100g Salty popcorn 560 cals, 42g fat, 5g salt, 1g sugar Sweet popcorn 470 cals, 17.9g fat, 0.07g salt, 21.4g sugarRead more from Zest.co.ukWhen to buy organicTop 9 foods for weight loss
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Top 10 snacks for runners
By on 30/08/2011 15:17:11
Make sure you've always got a healthy snack to eat before and after your run, to aid performance and keep you satisfied
It's almost impossible to motivate yourself to go out for a run if you're hungry before you even open the door.Stock up on healthy treats so you've always got a little something on hand before you set out - and for when you get back. That way you won't end up starving miles - and...
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Energy-boosting snack ideas
By on 03/09/2010 12:26:54
Feeling peckish? Here's our snack selection
Smart savoury dipsTempting party tartlets
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Low-calorie snack ideas
By on 31/01/2012 08:00:37
Want a snack but worried about piling on the pounds? Try one of these low-calorie fill ups with max 250 calories and 6g fat
1 mini pitta bread and 1tbsp of hummus1 small banana and 3 Brazil nuts1 medium-sized apple and a 2cm (20g) chunk of reduced-fat cheddar cheese.1 dark Ryvita and 1 small hard-boiled egg.1 medium slice of dark rye bread with 1 dsp of low-fat soft cheese.1 pot of low-fat diet fruit ...
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Energy boosting snack: Smart savoury dips
By on 16/08/2010 16:26:13
Light on calories and speedy to make, these dips taste deliciously indulgent, so no-one will guess they are healthier than usual
Sour cream and chive SERVES 8-10 (as part of a selection of party dishes)PREPARATION TIME 2 minutesPER SERVING 20 calories, 1.5g fat (saturated 0.9g)200g reduced-fat soured cream1 crushed garlic clove1 spring onion finely sliced1tbsp chopped chivesfreshly ground black pepper1. Pu...
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Energy-boosting snack: Tempting party tartlets
By on 16/08/2010 16:56:15
These little tartlets look really pretty arranged on big platters and because pastry cases are replaced with bread bases, you can tuck in without the guilt
FOR THE CASESMAKES 18 tartletsPREPARATION TIME 5 minutesCOOKING TIME 20 minutes9 slices of your favourite thin-sliced bread (we used a multi seeded loaf)1. Heat oven to 180°C/350°F/gas mark 4.2. Using a pastry cutter, cut two circles out of each slice of bread. Put a bread circle...
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Eat an energising lunch
By Nicola Davenport on 23/08/2011 12:45:30
Choose a lunch to avoid the mid-afternoon blood sugar slump that puts you in the chocolate danger zone
Poor eating patterns during the day can leave you low in energy, leading to poor performance at work and play. Energy slumps can also be a trigger for poor snacking habits that exacerbate blood sugar crises.Grabbing a chocolate bar, a caffeine fix
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10 ways to beat Christmas weight gain
By Hannah Bower on 21/11/2011 11:04:46
Keep down your Christmas calorie count with these 10 strategies to keep you on track without skipping the festive fun
your contribution festive satsumas, and EAT THEM rather than the high-calorie communal chocolate and mince pies.5. At the supermarket: Make a shopping list and stick to it. Avoid the aisles of temptation and make your Christmas snacks plain popcorn
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Tea-time treat: Fruity jammy dodgers
By on 17/08/2010 10:58:34
All-fruit jam and semolina give these biscuits a deliciously crisp finish.
MAKES 20PREP TIME 15 MINSCOOKING TIME 15 MINSPER SERVING 96 CALORIES, 4G FAT (2.5G SAT FAT)SAVING 64 CALORIES, 5G FAT180g plain white flour50g semolina100g unsalted butter70g vanilla sugar3tbsp waterIcing sugar for dusting3tbsp 100% fruit raspberry jam1. Heat the oven to 350°F/18...
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Why eggs are good for you
By on 30/01/2012 12:34:57
7 reasons to make sure superfood eggs should have a regular place in your diet
signifcant effect on blood cholesterol.A medium egg contains fewer than 80 calories.Studies suggest that eating eggs can help cut calorie intake and prevent snacking by keeping hunger pangs at bay.UK and US studies show that people who ate an egg
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