By GMB Nutritionist Melissa Fine Buttery, nutty and NOW LEGAL for human consumption in Australia, we find out from our Nutritionist, Melissa Fine, what makes hemp seeds so special, and how to use them. Make sure to scroll down to the end of the post for the pancake recipe! First things first: What’s the difference between hemp and marijuana?## We get asked this one a lot! Although hemp seeds and marijuana come from the same plant (Cannabis sativa), hemp seeds DO NOT contain THC (tetrahydrocann
By GMB doctor / health advisor Dr Sandy Krafchik. There are many different reasons that people follow a vegetarian/vegan diet. Here are some of the most common: 1. Health## Diets rich in plant foods (such as grains, legumes e.g. beans/chickpeas/lentils/peas, fruits, vegetables, soy) reduce the risk of many chronic diseases. Animal products and full-fat dairy products have been linked to vascular disease, heart disease and stroke. Hormones and preservatives may be found in some meat products an
Protein powder has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, with a huge variety of brands now available on the market. But is it actually good for you? Here are my top three reasons why it can be a great option, along with a few things to watch out for when choosing your protein powder. It’s an easy way to get your recovery on track post workout## It is important to consume a mix of carbohydrate and protein within approximately 30 minutes after finishing your training sessions. 15-20g of pr
By GMB Nutritionist Melissa Fine. One question we get asked a lot at GMB is “What’s a good protein bar?” So we thought it was about time to share the low-down on our favourites. Whether you prefer whey-based protein bars, or are after something dairy free or vegan, we’ve got all bases covered! We’ve even included the protein content of each bar per 100 grams, so that you can easily compare each one. BSKT Vegan Protein Bars - Raspberry Chia or Cacao Peanut Butter## Image @bsktwholefoods Mad
Who said healthy eating had to be difficult? Especially after a long day this super easy and nutritious meal can be made in 5 minutes without compromising on flavour or goodness! Watch our founder Peta and resident GMB Naturopath Amy whip up this delicious meal and see how simple it is for yourself. Recipe: 5 Minute Mediterranean Chicken Parcels Serves 2 | DF | GF Ingredients * 1 zucchini, sliced * 1 capsicum, sliced * 1/2 punnet of cherry tomatoes, halved * 1 lemon, sliced * 2 x 120-150g
At the GMB HQ we know that finding healthy low sugar snacks that are full of fibre and healthy fats made to get you through the day can be hard to find! That's why we've created these delicious Apricot Energy Bars! The best part? It includes a serving of sneaky greens to boost your daily intake of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants! Watch Peta and Amy have fun in the kitchen creating these easy snack bars for your next afternoon delight. Recipe: Raw Energy Bars DF | V | SF Ingredients * 1 cu
By GMB Advisor, Nutritionist Stephanie Malouf Snacking, is it important or is it best avoided? There’s a lot of mixed opinions as to whether snacking is a good thing or a bad thing. My advice is to listen to your body. If you get hungry or experience an energy slump between meals, then I recommend that you have a small protein containing snack. If you feel fuelled and satisfied between meals, then there is no need to eat for the sake of it and over-snacking can impair your digestion. For most
Who doesn't love pancakes?! Especially a healthy chocolate vegan pancake like this one! Our friends at Happy Way [https://www.happyway.com.au/] have created a delicious and healthy pancake recipe that we can assure will be a regular on your breakfast menu. Recipe: Vegan Chocolate Protein Pancakes Makes 14 Ingredients * 1 cup of wholewheat flour * 1/2 cup of cacao powder * 2 tsp of baking powder * 2 cups of almond milk * 2 tbsp of Happy Way [https://www.happyway.com.au/collections/supe
