We've all been there before: working late, burdened by negative thoughts, resenting our jobs and neglecting all other aspects of life. We opt for junk food - either to provide temporary relief or because it's easy - and we give up on exercise, promising ourselves that next week is "the week we'll turn it around". If that sounds familiar then I want to reassure you that you're not alone, and that … [Read more...]
Don’t forget your breakfast (skippers take note!)
It’s no myth that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. I personally can’t function without breakfast to refuel after an overnight fast, to beat my cranky morning mood and to help me concentrate. So what’s all the hype about breakfast? Here are four good reasons: 1. Energy: Breakfast ‘breaks the overnight fast’, restoring blood glucose levels to refuel our body with energy. … [Read more...]