The key to successful & sustained weight loss

Ok, this involves a bit of reading ladies…but knowledge is POWER! The key to successful & sustained weight loss is all about increasing your Metabolism Increasing your metabolism means your body burns calories at a higher rate. So if your metabolism is high,...

I’m not one that would normally go to a gym

“I joined club zest in November 2012. I’m not one that would normally go to a gym but when I went to inquire and have a look round everyone was so nice and friendly, i felt totally at ease and thought “yes I can do this!”. I attended my first...

Are You Sweet Potato Savvy?

Not only are sweet potatoes readily available, inexpensive, and delicious, there are many other reasons to love them – especially if you’re trying to lose weight. Changing from white Potatoes to Sweet Potatoes can make a big difference to your diet. Sweet potatoes...

Minced Beef & Sweet Potato Stew

(recipe from Good Food)         Serves: 4 Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 1 hour  –  can be frozen Ingredients: 1 tbsp sunflower oil 1 large onion , chopped 1 large carrot , chopped 1 celery stick, sliced 500g lean minced beef 1 tbsp tomato purée 1 tbsp mushroom ketchup...