Fast + healthy food- Lentils!

A great way to get your carbs in without all that gluten and wheat! I have been using lentils for a while now. They are a great source of carbohydrates and also have a good amount of protein in for those wanting to avoid fit or meat. Be careful though as they are incomplete proteins.

I like to get these down me at lunch time when I need some good quality low G.I crabs after my morning training. They are really quick and easy too- go for a quality brand like 'merchant gourmet' and just pop the bag in the microwave for 75 seconds- fast food!

Here I have paired them with an omelette for a quick, healthy and satisfying lunch

Coffe Lover?

I love my coffee! Usually my intake is around 3-4 cups a day- but is it good for you or not? Well I have found a great article on just the subject and it makes good reading! Drink up!!
http://www.optimumnutrition4sport.com/?page_id=425

Smoked Mackerel

This is fast food!
Hot smoked mackerel is available from all supermarkets now and is fantastic!
Full of the much famed omega-3 fatty acids its also great for anti-inflammation and very satisfying too!

Here I have it with some steamed broccoli, parma ham wrapped asparagus and a caramelised onion and apple salad- just an idea to get your creative brain going!!

Chicken,strawberry and almond salad

Salads are really quick, easy and very versatile depending on what time of the year it is! On a nice summer's day there is nothing better than a light, fresh and satisfying salad. Gone are the days when they are just boring leaves, cucumber and tomato!
In this one I simply threw in some cooked chicken, toasted almonds and quartered fresh strawberries- lovely combination of sweet, savoury and crunch.
Be careful on the dressings however as this is where you can get into trouble health wise- opt away from pre prepared dressings which are based around veg oil or mayonnaise. Instead try things like olive oil, greek yogurt or as in the one fresh full fat ricotta cheese.