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5 Low Calorie Christmas Food Substitutes

December 12, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Fruit salad within a festive Christingle.

With Christmas on the horizon you may think that healthy eating is going to take a back seat until the New Year.  Chocolate, Christmas pudding and mince pies are not what many would consider healthy foods and they are certainly not low in calories.  However, if you make a few smart substitutions over the festive period you can sneak in some healthy foods whilst still enjoying the Christmas treats.  Today I am going to help you do just that with a list of 5 low calorie Christmas food substitutes. 1) CLOTTED CREAM > NATURAL YOGURT:- Clotted cream is a popular side dish at Christmas.  … [Read more...]

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Turkey: A Healthy Festive Food

December 4, 2010 By Leave a Comment
A cooked turkey holding a sign saying "Bite Me!"

Turkey is the traditional meat used for Christmas dinner.  The history of this festive food dates back to 1526 when William Strickland introduced this meat to the UK.  Following this introduction the popularity of turkey has skyrocketed and during Christmas 2008 approximately 10 million turkeys were consumed in the UK.  The good news is that turkey is popular for a reason.  Not only is it tasty but it is also extremely healthy.  That's why today I am going to be taking a detailed look at this festive meat and the health benefits it can provide. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF TURKEY? Turkey was … [Read more...]

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How To Cook the Perfect Christmas Turkey

November 10, 2010 By 2 Comments
A raw turkey in a roasting tin with a selection of vegetables.

Turkey has become the most popular Christmas meat with over 10 million turkeys being consumed in the UK each year over the festive period.  But just how do you cook the perfect Christmas turkey?  Follow the instructions below and you won't go wrong. INGREDIENTS: - A 14 pound (lb)/6.5 kilogram (kg) turkey (this will feed about 12 people). - 175 grams (g) of butter (this will need to be adjusted if you have a different sized turkey). - 3.5 litres (ltr) of stuffing (this will need to be adjusted if you have a different sized turkey). - 4 cups of water or turkey stock. - Salt. - Ground … [Read more...]

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Keep Yourself Fighting Fit This Christmas

November 6, 2010 By 4 Comments
A fit girl in a Christmas hat flexing her arm whilst balancing a present.

As we approach the end of the year, Christmas is not far away.  Unfortunately, in terms of fitness, Christmas can be a potential minefield.  Alcohol always seems to be flowing, the weather is cold, dark and icy (making you less likely to want to leave the comfort of your own home to exercise), high calorie treats are everywhere you turn and parties seem to be happening every other day.  However, with the right advice you can still maintain a fitness routine during the festive period.  That's why today I am going to be looking back at some of my previous Christmas posts and outlining how … [Read more...]

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3 Healthy Christmas Dinner Desserts

December 16, 2009 By Leave a Comment
A traditional Christmas pudding.

When it comes to festive desserts mince pies and Christmas pudding are almost always on the menu.  Whilst both are tasty, traditional treats they are also high in calories and refined sugar plus they often contain dangerous trans fats.  So this year why not try and add some healthy options to your Christmas dessert menu by using the three suggestions I have provided below? 1) FRUIT SALAD:- Fruit salad is a simple, healthy dessert choice.  All you need is a selection of your favourite fresh fruit and some fruit juice.  Once you have your ingredients chop the fruit, put it in a large bowl … [Read more...]

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8 Healthy Christmas Dinner Ideas

December 8, 2009 By 4 Comments
A pot of natural gravy.

Christmas dinner is normally filled with tasty treats.  Roast potatoes, stuffing and thick gravy are all regular fixtures in this festive meal.  Whilst these are delicious foods they are often rich in calories and low in nutrients.  That is why today I am providing you with eight healthy Christmas dinner ideas. 1) BEEF:- When it comes to the Christmas roast, turkey is by far the most popular choice.  However,  if you fancy something a little different this year I highly recommend a nice succulent joint of beef.  In recent years people have avoided red meats because of their relatively … [Read more...]

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4 Healthy Christmas Dinner Starters

December 4, 2009 By 4 Comments
A woman cooking in a Christmas outfit.

  When it comes to Christmas dinner healthy eating is usually the last thing on people's mind.  However, with a little thought and preparation you can start the meal in a healthy way whilst still enjoying the foods you eat.  That is why today I am giving you a list of four healthy Christmas dinner starters. 1) HOMEMADE SOUP:- Soup is a popular starter to many meals and Christmas dinner is no exception.  However, the problem is most people go for canned soup which often contain high levels of sodium and are full of chemicals.  Fortunately, this problem can be solved by making your … [Read more...]

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Replace Christmas Candy with Dried Fruit and Nuts

December 29, 2008 By 6 Comments
A selection of dried fruits and nuts.

As I have mentioned numerous times this month maintaining a healthy diet over the Christmas holidays can prove extremely difficult.  One of the reasons for this is that candy and cakes are so much more prevalent around this time of year.  Everyone seems to be offering you candy, mince pies, chocolate logs or Christmas pudding.  Often the temptation to snack on these festive treats can prove too difficult to resist.  When this happens I find dried fruit and nuts are a very effective tool.  In this article I will be discussing exactly why dried fruits are an effective substitute for these … [Read more...]

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5 Healthy Winter Breakfast Ideas

December 27, 2008 By 3 Comments
A heart shaped bowl of oatmeal.

In some of my previous posts I discussed the importance of diet over the festive period.  You may have heard the phrase that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.  It is the first meal you have after waking up and can have a significant impact upon how you feel for the rest of the day.  Eating a poor breakfast or skipping it completely can make you feel tired, sluggish and moody for the rest of the day.  With all the other things you have to deal with over the holiday period having a poor start to the day is the last thing you need.  That's why today I'm going to share with you … [Read more...]

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Merry Christmas from Free Fitness Tips

December 25, 2008 By 3 Comments
Merry Christmas written in snow on a brick wall.

Hello Everyone.  I'm just leaving a quick post to wish you all a Merry Christmas.  This blog has grown a lot this year and that is down to the continued support of my readers.  I hope you all have a wonderful day, enjoy spending time with your family and get to have a rest after a tough year. This month I have been writing about how you can keep your diet and fitness regime on track over the festive period.  I started the month by writing about the common cold & the flu and then moved on to discuss whether vitamin C can help reduce your chances of contracting them.  I then moved on … [Read more...]

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