Chocolate Coconut Smoothie

1 virgin drinking coconut (flesh and water) 2 scoops (44g) Sunwarrior rice protein (chocolate) Open up the coconut with a knife, and pour the water into the blender.  Scoop out the white flesh with a spoon into the blender. I use 2 scoops of chocolate Sunwarrior rice protein as I like the taste.  You could [...]

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How Much Water Should You Drink?

As a kid I remember drinking from a water fountain at school after a lunchtime football match, as well as out of the garden hose at home.  On the weekends at junior footy we were given oranges and cordial as part of our half time, hydration strategy.  Things have changed a bit since then. Today [...]

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Caffeine, Carbs, Alcohol and Fat Loss: Part 3

When it comes to dieting and fat loss, without a doubt one of the most asked questions is: What about alcohol? More to the point, most people would like to know how fattening alcohol really is, and how much they can get away with when trying to lose weight. Let’s be honest, the words alcohol [...]

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Caffeine, Carbs, Alcohol and Fat Loss: Part 2

In part 1, coffee and it’s benefits in relation to a fat loss program were discussed. Today, we are looking at carbohydrates and how making a few simple changes, can improve what you see on the scales and in the mirror. Carbohydrates (carbs) are now often seen as the bad guy, in most modern weight [...]

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Caffeine, Carbs, Alcohol and Fat Loss: Part 1

We all have emotional and psychological attachments to our own habits.  Whether it be enjoying a glass of wine with dinner, or a coffee first thing in the morning, we like the repetition, especially when it is enjoyable.  The feelings that come from the relaxation of wine, or the aroma of a freshly brewed espresso [...]

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