Veggie_Magazine_July_2017

FOOD&RECIPES.HEALTH
PUT YOUR BACK INTO IT
Commute, desk, commute, sleep – the average Brit spends
around nine hours a day sitting down, and come the weekend,
it’s an achievement to make it from the bed to the sofa, where
we’ll inevitably stay for another nine hours when we get hooked
on the latest Netflix series. But our bodies weren’t designed for
all this slouching and it can have a negative impact on our posture, especially our backs
and neck. To counteract all that sitting, why not try walking to work (if you can), taking a
yoga class, regular breaks from your desk, and to prevent any further pain or strain from a
heavy handbag, we love this citrus green backpack from thehealthybackbag.co.uk (£59).
GIVE YOURSELF A BOOST
Move over chia, there’s a new super-seed in town! If you’re looking
for a new and tasty way to add some daily nutrition into your diet
these little hemp seed hearts may be just the ticket. They have a
light flavour and are packed full of protein, omega 3, and fibre. Try
sprinkling them on porridge, yoghurt and cereal or, add them to
stir-fries and salads. We love adding them to our baking mix for a
healthy treat – they add a tasty, nutty texture to cakes and muffins.
£4.49, Sainsbury’s & Ocado
MEET YOUR
MATCHA
Too hot for a cuppa but in need
of your caffeine hit? These new
twist and mix matcha waters from
Buddha Teas Organic are perfect for
quenching your thirst and boosting
your concentration at the same time.
(£2.89, matchanow.co.uk )
health bites
The latest nutrition, fitness and wellbeing advice
3 WAYS TO
WAKE UP HAPPY
STRETCH
Stretching your entire body as soon as you wake up
is a great way to get the blood flowing and to release
some endorphins to help kick-start your day with a
smile. The increased blood flow to your muscles will
also mean that you have more energy to get up and
get going!
PREPARE A BREAKFAST
There are several delicious and nutritious breakfasts
that you can prepare the night before to save time
in the mornings. Check out the endless recipes for
overnight oats online, or pack your blender full of
goodness before you head to bed and then simply hit
the blitz button for a healthy smoothie when you wake.
DON’T CLOSE THE CURTAINS
Waking up with the sun on your face is a beautiful way
to start the day, and can help to motivate you to get
out of bed. Keeping your curtains at least partially
open in your bedroom can allow some sunlight to
sneak in and help you to wake up happy. This can also
help you to avoid pressing the snooze button as you
will see that the day is already starting without you!
For more small moments of self-care, visit truly-julie.com
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