Brought to you by The Lady Shake
The hectic holiday season is over, the kids are finally back to school and it’s time to take a moment … for yourself. Feeling bloated? Burnt out? Trying to shift a few Christmas kilos that have rudely outstayed their welcome?
Kickstart your 2024 health journey with these three tiny tweaks that will have a huge impact on your wellbeing. More importantly, these sustainable, hassle-free hacks are a simple and healthy way to shed any excess weight while nourishing your body, improving your health and helping you to feel great, without a fad diet in sight.
Breakfast of champions!
Nutritionists have long recommended a healthy breakfast that “breaks the fast”, but high-sugar options, like many popular cereals, just don’t make the grade. A breakfast that’s packed with protein and low in sugar is the gold standard to keep your sugar levels stable and your appetite satisfied for longer. It’s also been found that a hearty breakfast can stop you from making unhealthy food choices later on in the day. Poached eggs and omelets are excellent options, but can be time-consuming to prepare in the early morning rush and can also feel repetitious day after day.
Let’s be honest, all our good intentions can fly out the window when we’re racing the clocks to get out the door, and we can often reach for the not-so-healthy cereal option for a quick fix. For a fast and easy option, try swapping the cereal for a protein shake – a must-have pantry staple. However, not all protein shakes are created equal – it’s important to read the label, as some are poor quality and packed with sugar or additives.
A quality option is The Lady Shake – it’s a nutritious meal-replacement shake that is specifically designed for women. It’s high in protein (29 grams!) and fibre, to keep you feeling fuller for longer, and is also packed with essential vitamins and minerals for optimal health. Essentially, The Lady Shake is low in sugar – in fact, up to 84% less sugar than some other meal replacement shakes. That equates to 88 less teaspoons per week! Surely that would put you in calorie credit to enjoy a guilt-free afternoon bickie or well-deserved evening glass of wine?!
Essential step: meal prep
As the saying goes, “If you fail to prepare, then prepare to fail.” This piece of advice applies to meal planning as well. Modern life is frantic – especially for the modern woman who is juggling so many balls at once – kids, career and relationships all while keeping the house running and the family fed. Writing a shopping list and a weekly meal plan may feel like just one more thing to add to your already overloaded to-do list, but it will save you a tonne of time and also help you to make smarter food choices.
An added bonus is that a scheduled meal plan may make you less likely to dial for takeaway at dinnertime, which is not only better for your health but also a bonus for the budget! Don’t forget to also add healthy snacks and protein shakes to your shopping list – an essential part of your planning is to ensure that you have quick hunger-busters within easy reach when you’re out and about, have to work through lunch or just don’t have time to prepare a meal from scratch.
Pop a protein sachet in your handbag and just mix with water when needed – a healthy shake on the run can prevent a calorie-laden, fast food drive-through when you’re hungry. Remember, as the Girl Guides say, be prepared!
Pump up the flavour!
Making healthy choices shouldn’t mean depriving yourself – after all, life is to be enjoyed! Concentrate on food choices that are not only nutritious but also absolutely delicious! If your food is full of flavour, you’ll be less likely to crave unhealthy alternatives. Herbs, spices, chilli, ginger, garlic and lemon or lime juice can turn a simple meal into a taste-bud sensation.
Craving a sweet treat? Indulge in a fruity smoothie, frozen grapes, delicious dates or popcorn with a dusting of cinnamon. Savoury snacks such as healthy dips and veggie sticks, baked chickpeas or seaweed nori are clever options.
Also don’t forget that yummy meal replacement shakes can come in mouth-watering flavours that will also hit the spot. Prepare to drool when you taste The Lady Shake’s offerings – chocolate, strawberry, banana, vanilla and coffee as well as – wait for it! – Choc Mint, Honeycomb, Caramel and Cookies and Cream. With flavours this indulgent, who needs ice-cream?
Brought to you by The Lady Shake
Kickstart an incredible journey towards health and empowerment with The Lady Shake – the ultimate women’s meal replacement shakes. Not only are they low in sugar and packed with essential nutrients, protein and fibre, there is a mouth-watering selection of flavours on offer.
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