Healthy Living Archives - Chantal Lascaris

Balanced eating and nourishing the soul

Aug 26, 2024 | Healthy Living

Most women I know (myself included) are busy, busy, busy! When you’re always on the go, it’s easy to prioritise everything else over your own well-being. As women, we owe it to ourselves to nurture our bodies and minds with balanced nutrition. A well-rounded diet isn’t just about maintaining a certain weight or appearance, it’s about feeling energetic and empowered and living our best, most vibrant lives. Nourishing your soul through balanced nutrition is a journey of self-care and self-love.

Hygge at home: Finding comfort in Winter’s embrace

Jul 5, 2024 | Decor & Design, Healthy Living

Winter’s chill can often leave us longing for the warmth and brightness of sunnier seasons. Yet, there’s a magical charm to the colder months that invites us to slow down, cosy up and relish the simple pleasures of life. This is where the Danish concept of hygge comes in. Pronounced “hoo-gah”, hygge is all about creating a warm atmosphere and enjoying the good things in life with good people. Let’s explore how you can embrace hygge at home and find comfort in winter’s embrace, with plenty of tips and ideas to make the most of this cosy season.

Mindful eating: the connection between food and gratitude

Jun 15, 2024 | Food, Healthy Living, Kitchen Talk

In the hustle and bustle of our busy lives, it can be easy to overlook the simple pleasures that surround us, especially when it comes to food. But what if I told you that by practising mindful eating, you could not only enhance your culinary experience but also cultivate a deeper sense of gratitude for the nourishment that sustains us? This month I decided to explore the beautiful connection between food and gratitude.

The Power of Seasonal Eating

Feb 19, 2024 | Healthy Living, Kitchen Talk

February is upon us, and you know what that means – it’s time to dive headfirst into the love of seasonal eating. While many of us often associate February with red roses and chocolates, it’s also a month bursting with an abundance of fresh, vibrant produce. With the Janu-worry madness behind us, February is the time to embrace the power of seasonal eating and kickstart your healthy, culinary journey with a fresh start.

Empowering Women: Confronting Osteoporosis Together

Aug 23, 2023 | Healthy Living

August is Women’s Month, and this year I wanted to speak about a particular medical issue that not only affects me personally but also thousands of other women across the globe. I’m talking about osteoporosis. This condition is so much more common than you realise and is certainly one worth talking about.

Are you eating enough protein?

Oct 18, 2022 | Food, Healthy Living

Don’t skimp on the protein! Being concerned with getting enough protein isn’t just for bodybuilders – protein is critical for everybody in their day-to-day lives.

Tips to avoid winter weight gain

Jun 15, 2021 | Healthy Living, Kitchen Talk

As the seasons turn and the days grow shorter and colder, you might find yourself battling the dreaded winter weight gain. You’re not alone! In the cold months I sometimes also find myself turning to the allure of comfort food and staying in bed longer than I should, which is not great for the figure. So here I have compiled some top tips to help you (and me) avoid that wobbly winter weight gain.

Top 10 benefits of a Meditteranean diet

Mar 16, 2020 | Healthy Living, Kitchen Talk

Anyone who follows my blog regularly knows that I am a huge proponent of eating a Mediterranean diet – I’ve even written a book about it: All Sorts of Healthy Dishes. Traditionally a Mediterranean diet consists of large quantities of fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts, fish and olive oil (one of my personal favourites) while limiting your intake of red meat. While eating the Mediterranean way is certainly delicious, there are also many proven Mediterranean diet benefits that come along with this lifestyle. Read on to see why you should make the change to eating the Mediterranean way.

The good eating guide for great gut health

Aug 27, 2019 | Healthy Living, Kitchen Talk

Lately, there has been lots of buzz around food and gut health, so I thought I would share my own knowledge on the subject with you. I was diagnosed with Barrett’s Oesophagus two years ago, which has made me realise how important it is to maintain your gut’s health and, especially for me, my gastrointestinal tract.