Beef and Noodle Soup
Often, a nourishing soup is all you really need to make up a complete meal. So, here’s one that is hearty and filling and, what’s more, uses thinly-sliced beef and the goodness of your favourite Slim Pasta Spaghetti. Enjoy!
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It’s not that tough a choice!
We read of so many fads and exercise routines and can become quite confused by them. And what’s more, there are now a whole line-up of combination workouts like Power Yoga, Hot Yoga, Aerobic Pilates, and the like. One question that many beginners new to exercising are faced with is the choice between Pilates and […]
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Stop smoking and smell the roses
We wish you all a happy and Slim 2016! The start of a new year is also resolution time. So, if you have decided to quit smoking, or know a friend or relative who wants to, you’re on the right page. We’ve put down pointers on how to beat nicotine addiction.
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You are in control
We firmly believe in moderation; most weight control programmes fail because of starvation that invariably leads to binge-eating. It’s simple, really – the number of calories you consume determines your weight. It follows that smaller portions of food mean less calories and hence better weight control. We humans are such visual creatures aren’t we? If […]
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A full meal by itself – Mie Goreng!
You’re going to love this one! This dish combines precooked meat and seafood. If you don’t like meat, double up on the prawns or use a combination of prawns and mussels. Don’t be put off by the long list of ingredients – it’s a very easy dish to prepare and makes a wholesome and tasty […]
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Keep a festive table!
We’re really excited and know you must be as well! Christmas and New Year’s are just ’round the corner and you’ve probably begun playing carols and decorating your home. So we thought we’d put together some ideas on keeping a beautiful – as well as healthy – table this festive season. You’d be amazed at […]
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Slim for the festive season!
With Christmas and New Year’s just round the corner, we know there are lots of parties and celebrations to look forward to. Of course, food and drink are synonymous with these festivities – stuffed turkey, mince pies and rich gravies, sinfully tempting trifles, puddings and cakes… yum-yum! It’s also the time to dress up and […]
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Add some zing to your diet with Rice and Feta Stuffed Peppers!
So, what’s cooking? Same ol’, same ol’? Is monotony getting to you and you’re running out of ideas of how to make nutritious food taste yummy too? We understand, so we’re back with our recipe of the month – this time with all the goodness of Slim Rice. It’s easy, quick to make and great to […]
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Foods that boost your metabolism in winter
So, in the last post, we talked of the best foods for staying healthy in autumn. Unless you are involved in an active winter sport like skiing or ice-skating, isn’t it tempting to curl up with a hot cuppa and a nice snack? It’s true that you tend to exercise less as the weather gets […]
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The Best Foods for Fall!
We tend to naturally turn towards carby, creamy treats as the weather gets colder – they provide solace, comfort and general deliciousness, after all, and our bodies do require extra calories to stay warm. But there are plenty of ways to get those calories – so why not chow down on these delicious foods that […]
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Gorge Yourself on Nature’s Multivitamin
Our parents spent their childhoods downing egg after delicious egg. And then came the Big Cholesterol Scare. Suddenly, eggs were dangerous. You might eat half an egg with your breakfast, but definitely not more than one. Or you’d guzzle whites but throw away the yolks (oh, the wastage!) Then, we figured two at a time […]
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The Best Hot (and Cold!) Drinks for Your Diet
You’ve all probably been told that the absolute best drink for you, from a health standpoint, is water. That’s absolutely true. Being made up of over 70% water, our bodies need replenishing on a daily basis! Not drinking enough water can lead to a host of health difficulties, ranging from skin issues to kidney stones […]
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