Breaking the bad habits

So I'm sitting here after eating a packet of Mini Eggs, a Lion bar, half a bag of Haribo and a can of coke, I feel so sick and have such a bad headache, probably caused by the amount of sugar I've just eaten. I also feel guilty and downhearted that I've 'undone' all my hard work at the gym this week. The reason i'm writing this is to remind myself how horrible I feel right now, but also to remind myself that slip ups are not that bad. 

Last year my partner and I were discussing food and how we would like to live a lifestyle where we eat organic, unprocessed food. I'm even contemplating the idea of growing some of our own fruit, veg and salad (any tips on this would be much appreciated!). This is very hard at times, especially when hungry and looking for a quick energy boost. Today has made me realise that I really need to plan my shopping and meals. I had pretty much cut sugar out of my diet, which is why I'm feeling so bad, but also shows me how sugar can affect the body so much. 

Tonight the notepad is coming out and some serious planning will be happening of meals and snacks for the next few days. I don't even enjoy eating chocolate and sweets as much as I used to, so this should help! From the course I am currently undertaking and the more I am learning about food, my recipes are progressing hopefully to the stage where I can enjoy a completely clean eating lifestyle. 

Slip ups are ok, they are even good as they remind you why you are making the changes in the first place. As long as they  don't happen too often! 

*images courtesy of google. 

Chilli, Ginger and Soy Turkey Stir-Fry

Hi everyone,

Today is another recipe post! I love Chinese food, but unfortunately ordering from the takeaway every weekend is not the healthiest of options, especially when it has all the tempting deep fried side orders! I have formed a healthier alternative to cook at home, which still has all the flavour of a takeaway but more goodness.

This uses soy sauce, ginger and chilli for the flavour. If you are not a fan of a bit of heat to your food you can replace the chilli with garlic, or turn up the heat and add an extra chilli pepper! I use turkey instead if chicken as it is a leaner meat, but you can use either.

 

 

 

 

 Ingredients (to feed 2-3 people)

 

Turkey Pieces (around 400g)

Half a broccoli

A thumb size piece of ginger

1 onion

1 carrot

I green chilli pepper

1 red pepper

Noodles

Dark Soy Sauce

 

 

 

 Method

 

1. Heat some oil in a frying pan or wok (we use coconut oil) and fry the onion and ginger (chopped) until it starts to brown.

 

2. Add the turkey pieces and cook until they are browned all over.

 

3. Add the carrot, pepper, broccoli and chilli pepper to the pan and fry unitl the peppers start to turn soft (around 5 minutes).

 

4. In the meantime, cook your noodles, most need to be placed in boiling water for 2-3 minutes before adding them to the pan.

 

5. Once the veg is starting to soften add your noodles to the pan, followed by the soy sauce. I use a lot of soy sauce usually around 6-8 tablespoons but use as much as you like depending on the taste you would like to have.

6. Let the sauce simmer in the pan for 5-10 minutes whilst occasionally mixing the veg and turkey to make sure it isn't sticking to the bottom.

7. Your stir-fry is ready! You can add rice to this if you like but we have this as a main meal and eat from bowls with chopsticks.

I hope you enjoyed this recipe, let me know if you try it out as a take away alternative!

KB xx