Try this easy healthy recipe with our mushroom quinoa meal prep for weight loss yourself!
A quick, low-carb, nutritious superfood breakfast bowl to boost your mornings and keep you feeling full till lunch!
Losing weight is a constant battle between laziness and motivation. But once you set your mind, it can be liberating to be healthy, young and your best self! So, why is it that I’m doing all the things right but not losing weight? We identified 8 possible reasons why. 1. Youâre Not Eating Enough Protein …
V. Thatâs how most of us want to appear. While chubby cheeks are extremely cute for babies, it does not feel the same when youâre older. Most of us prefer a sharp jawline or elevated cheekbones and no double chin. However, the reality is that as we age, we canât prevent nature from taking its …
You may have heard of this new diet, âKetoâ that has been popularised as a new weight loss diet. The Ketogenic diet, aka Keto, is a super low-carb diet plan, targeted at weight loss. The idea is to bring your body to a “starvation” state (ketosis) where it uses fat for energy instead of carbs. …
Spinach is one of the most nutrient-dense leafy green vegetables you can eat and it contains more protein per calorie than beef and is considered one of the vegetables that has the highest fiber content which keeps you full, curbs hunger and activate metabolic cells. Similarly, tofu is extremely high in protein and has both …
HFFP Diet (High in Fibre, Fat and Protein) HFFP Diet – Going Back in Time Ever wonder how great it will be like to go back to the time when you are 16 and your metabolism rate is so high that you can eat what you like and don’t put on weight that easily. The …
5 Mistakes You Are Making in Losing Weight and How to Fix Them Mistake #1: Eating lesser The true key to losing and maintaining weight sustainably is by increasing your metabolism rate. By eating lesser, you are telling your metabolic cells in your body to go into hibernation mode, which will reduce their ability to …
weight loss superlife co When it comes to losing weight, a lot of people will try out different methods, some on the more extreme side will try to starve themselves or reduce their calories intake drastically. This will only cause your weight to YO YO up and down as they are not sustainable. Additionally, by …
Counting Calories For Weight Loss Many people who want to lose or maintain weight believe in counting calories. It is believed that if you consume less calories than what you burn, you will lose weight. However, the caveat here is this: calories counting only works in the past where there are no processed food. Imagine …
4 EASY DIET TRICKS TO LOSE WEIGHT IF YOU HAVE NO TIME 4 EASY DIET TRICKS TO LOSE WEIGHT IF YOU HAVE NO TIME A. Switch out "bad" carbs When it comes to losing weight, 80% is your diet and 20% is exercising. Hence, it is important that you change your diet first if you …
Carbs â everyone has unfortunately mislabelled carbs as the bad guy when it comes to weight loss. The truth is, there is such a thing as Good Carbs and believe it or not, it helps you lose weight. The key is not to stop eating carbs altogether, but to find the right one to fuel …
Have you heard the phrase âYour body is a temple.â And thatâs the truth. You live in your body every day of your life so how you treat it is important. According to Sibylle Kranz, a registered dietician and nutrition expert at the University of Virginia, âweekend dietary intake is very different from weekday. On …
Ah, with everything that is always going on â there just doesnât seem to have the time to do anything What more have the time to lose weight? So we listed down our top 5 eating habits you can implement into your life to help you shave off some pounds wherever, whenever. 1. Use smaller …
Burn the Bakwa: 5 Easy Ways to Effectively Detox after CNY After feasting hard during Chinese New Year, it’s time to get your body back to 100%. The bakwa are great, but the aftermath not so much. Pineapple tarts are uh-mazing but the pounds you can put on after is unfortunately, not. And the best …
Metabolism: 6 Ways to Speed Up Your Weight Loss Journey Metabolism: 6 Ways to Speed Up Your Weight Loss Journey We have all heard about the fad diet plans or supplements that claims to “boost metabolism” but more often than not, this is false advertising. The truth is: the best way to increase your metabolism …
Untitled Document Heard of the Paleo diet? Almost everyone has. For those who haven’t, Paleo diet is essentially about going back to the basics by following the way our ancestors eat during the Stone Ages. This diet plan is low in carbs, but rich in lean protein and plant foods. Plus, Paleo diet omits salty, …
Are you guilty of eating too much junk over the weekend/holiday? Trust me, I can relate (#GUILTY). So how to get rid of all the nasty in the body? DETOX. Imagine our body is an engine. Each part has an important role to play to keep us moving. If any of the systems is compromised, …
Untitled Document Your metabolism rate affects how fast you burn calories. That is the reason why some people gain or lose weight faster than others. The basal metabolic rate accounts for about 75% of your calories burnt rate and it is influenced by a main factor –> AGE Needless to say, as you age, your …
Most of our fans asked us the age old question â How do you lose weight? And our answer is always the same â change your diet. But when there are so many superfoods out there, how do you know which ones are good for you? This is why we picked two of our favourite …
Our social media contest prompted fans to write down what they would lose their first kg for and the response has been incredible! However, we noticed that these 4 main reasons are hindering people from beginning their weight-loss journey. 1. I don’t know how to start losing weight The journey to weight loss can be …
It can be difficult to follow a weight-loss journey consistently. Most of us are in the yo-yo diet phase- sticking to their diet for the first two weeks and then plateauing till we’re back to where we started. We understand, so here are 3 tips to get you to stick to it! 1. Pen …
The common thinking for those looking to shed off some weight is to hit the gym. Sure, that might work but would it be the most effective way to lose weight? The answer is a hard NO. Everyone knows that to achieve weight-loss, you either reduce your calorie intake or you burn it through exercise. …
Untitled Document Accoding to Maya Feller, a New York-based dietitian, the quality of what we eat is very important. A diet that is based on whole and minimally processed foods without an excess of added sugars, salts and saturated fats is more important for weight loss. By sticking strictly to calorie counting, you might choose …
Untitled Document We believed that counting calories does not work and eating nutritiously densed real food is the key. We have also written an article on this before where you can read it here The recent article published in New York Times and republished in Business Times Singapore supported our view: “I think one place …
Hey Superfriends! Chinese New Year is filled with feasts that are high in calorie, salt, sugar and cholesterol. However, there are ways in which you can make your reunion dinners healthier without compromising taste. Minor changes in diet can lead to big differences in health! Here are 6 ways to make your Chinese New Year …
Hey Superfriends! Today, we wanted to share a 7 Day Detox Meal Plan that weâve specially crafted just for YOU. We know that Chinese New Year is nearly here and there are bound to be feasts coming your way! To prepare yourself for it, why not do a little detox before the festive season begins. …
One of the top health goals set by people all around the world every year is to LOSE WEIGHT. The concept of weight loss is actually very simple. All you have to do is: Exert more energy than you consume. We consume energy in the form of food, and this can be measured by calories …
Untitled Document Come on! Face it! We know of so many people who has this new year resolution of "My new year resolution this year is to lose weight" However, how many of you actually follow through a consistent diet plan that allows you to successfully lose weight sustainably? I know of so many of …
Untitled Document DID YOU KNOW? Boxing Day is a holiday that is celebrated on the next day after Christmas Day. Traditionally in the United Kingdom, people will celebrate Christmas and go to the stadium to watch a match (football or rugby) the next day. Countries that were previously part of the British Empire generally celebrate …
Are you feeling fat or have you really gained fat? Figure out the difference! How many times have you said this or heard someone saying this: âI feel really fatâ âI look fat todayâ âI look swollen / bloated today :(â âIâve been eating too much recently and Iâm getting flabbyâ The key thing to …
Ingredients 1 Superlife Co. Thai Green Curry Quinoa Pack 200g Mini Zucchini, cut into bite size chunks 200g Prawns, cleaned and deveined 200ml Water 2tbsp Coconut Oil 1/4 of a Lemon, cut into wedges Salt/Pepper to taste Takes 15 min, serves 2. Instructions Marinade the prawns with a pinch of salt and pepper Open up …
12th September 2017 Dear Gracy, I’ve been overweight and have struggled with weight issues for as long as I can remember. Recently, I’ve started going to the gym 6 times a week, but sadly my weight has not changed and I don’t see much of a difference. I’m starting to be discouraged… Please help me! Best, Joy ————————– …
Hey Superfriends! We’ve got a new easy recipe for you đ This is one of our favourite recipes to cook for dinner parties! It makes for a great and delicious finger food, and every time we make it, we always get showered with “oh, this is delicious!” compliments đ You can’t go wrong with this …
29th August 2017 Dear Gracy, Iâve never tried Quinoa before, but after hearing so much about its benefits, I do want to give it a try. My concern is that I wonât get used to the taste and texture of the seeds as it does look quite different to rice, and I donât want to …
Hello Superfriends! Hope all of you are having a great Chinese New Year thus far, filled with lots of family reunions and amazing food. If you’re feeling a little guilty from all that festive season food indulgence, give our quinoa a try! Quinoa seeds are good carbs that aid in weight loss and increase metabolism due …
Take a look at our 2nd Anniversary party that happened on the 19th of November 2016. A charity cooking competition involving 4 professional chefs who cooked a Singaporean-inspired quinoa dish. Check it out! Want to buy our Quinoa? Superlife Co Asian Quinoa Packs Want to learn new Quinoa recipes? Check out our …
Youâve probably already seen several families out in parks or at void decks carrying lanterns recently. Yes, the Mid-Autumn Festival is upon us! This means that itâs also mooncake time; the mooncake is a traditional (and delicious!) pastry eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival. Itâs probably difficult to disagree that this delicacy is a must-eat during …
Guess what? Not all popcorn is bad for you! Here is a healthy popcorn recipe that uses premium ingredients known to promote fat-burning and weight-loss. Itâs sweet, itâs savoury, itâs everything you want your popcorn to be – and you can get slim by eating it! đ (Check out our YouTube video for a visual guide.) Ingredients 1/3 …
We have previously written several articles on quinoa (e.g. this and this), chia seeds (e.g. this and this), cacao (e.g. this) and maca (e.g. this and this). However, we havenât really went in-depth with Superfoods, which is why this weekâs educative article centers around this miraculous superfood! Before we delve into the benefits of coconut oil, …
We donât mean to scare our readers but truths, though hard to swallow, have to be faced in the eye â and one of these truths is that the link between obesity and conditions in the workplace is growing. According to a study by the Harvard School of Public Health in the United States, two …
There is a lot of debate over how many meals one should be eating per day. In Camp 1 are proponents of sticking to the âconventionalâ three-meals-a-day diet, arguing that eating any more will more often than not lead to weight gain due to calorie overconsumption of calories. In Camp 2 are those who recommend …
Quinoa doesn’t necessarily need to be consumed only for lunch or dinner. It works as a breakfast ingredient as well – can you spot the quinoa functioning as cereal in this scrumptious-looking foodie #flatlay? By consuming quinoa in the morning, your body would be loaded with protein from this powerful superfood before you start your …
âWe are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit.â Aristotle eloquently expounded on the difficulty in cultivating habits, and his words remind us that change does not come overnight. Trying to make something a habit is nearly synonymous to a lifestyle adjustment, which is why the idea of doing …
Cacao is more than just chocolate and a food enhancer; it can actually play an important role in improving the quality of your life. So the next time you get hold of a bag of cacao, you may not know it, but youâre holding a powerful superfood in your hand. Having cacao in your diet …
The struggle is real â spending most of your office hours sitting at a desk typing away furiously not only often leads to body aches, but also weight gain. Besides experiencing a dropping metabolic rate from your mid-twenties onwards[1], which is the age at which several of us would have entered the workforce by, having …
The Chinese New Year seasonâs over, folks, all 15 days of it. This reality should also encourage you to curb your snacking habits, which you have probably let loose over the past two weeks. But we all know that this is easier said than done, so the question that naturally follows is â how? Here …
CNY Tip 1 â Start your day on a high! A breakfast that is high in protein, such as milk, chia seeds, eggs or quinoa. It will keep you feeling stuffed for a longer period of time, which makes it easier to fight off that pineapple tarts temptation. CNY Tip 2 â Today’s tip …
Have you ever wondered what is your body fat percentage? It is important to determine and understand your body fat percentage because it is closely related to your health and well being. There are 2 categories to body fat – the essential and storage fat. Essential fats are needed for normal, healthy functioning of the human body. They are …
We are living in a era where appearance plays a vital role in shaping one’s self-esteem. The search for the best possible solution to lose weight, yet requiring a minimal effort may not always end up in fruition, it is nonetheless the right way forward. For a start, decreasing the amount of food intake while …
Often when we travel overseas, having consistent meals and workouts become a hassle. You won’t have access to your regular gym and grocery store so you’ll have to make do with whatever you can get your hands on. Staying fit while travelling should not be complicated. All you need to accomplish this is a healthy attitude and …
The aspirations and search for a healthy body is, more often than not, contradicted by our lifestyles and routines. People today are immensely captivated by the quick fix of health complications through the means of pill and medicine consumption that are potentially disastrous in the long run. The provision of an external source of help …
Ingredients 2/3 cup quinoa 1 1/3 cups water 1/4 cup all purpose flour 1/4 cup grated cheese Pinch of ground black pepper 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 bunch Italian parsley leaves, chopped 1 egg 1 egg yolk 3/4 cup vegetable oil Method 1.Wash, drain and add quinoa into a saucepan. Toast quinoa over high heat while …
When it comes to losing weight, some of us think that it requires a strict diet of chicken breast, broccoli and limited carbs with every food calculated by the gram. Unless you’re an athlete competing at an elite level, that’s not true. In fact, small and gradual changes in lifestyle have shown to be more …
Superfoods – high nutrients per calories Superfoods is the new buzzword and is already part of many people’s everyday food diet in countries such as United States and Australia. It is used to refer to food that are high in density for their nutrients and health benefits per calorie. The up and coming superfoods that more …
Quinoa is easy to prepare, similar to rice. Cover it with water and boil until soft (about 15 minutes). Or place 1 part quinoa with 2 parts water in your rice cooker. You can also replace water with vegetable or chicken stock to make your Quinoa extra tasty! Cooked quinoa seeds become fluffy and creamy, …
Quinoa helps one to lose weight HEALTHILY & NATURALLY because it is: 1. Low in Calories One serving of cooked quinoa contains about 170 calories (Eden Organic, 2015). This means that you can have 2-3 servings of quinoa and still consume less than one serving of “Nasi Lemak” with 500 calories. So you have less …
