Regular physical activity and healthy nutrition are inherent parts of a healthy lifestyle which I always encourage you to follow. But what exactly should meals look like to provide energy during training? Are there any rules we should follow? And are there any additional, safe “boosters” that can be an extra source of power?   Source of Energy for Working Muscles – Carbohydrates Let me start with a brief reminder of the basics which are essential before moving forward. What the body uses as the main source of energy depends on, among others, the intensity of exercise. The body constantly ..read more

On my blog, you can come across this phrase lots of times. You’ve probably heard recommendations that you should limit them in your diet. But do you know what trans fats actually are? What information should you look for on labels when shopping for groceries to check whether a given product is the source of these harmful compounds?   The Formation of Trans Fats Healthy diet recommendations have been clear for years that it is worth replacing animal fats with those from plants. Animal products contain mainly saturated fats, which should be limited, and plants contain unsaturated fats. Unfo ..read more

Ready to get back into your post-holiday routine? How about a sweet breakfast that will give you strength for the whole morning? I hope you have already felt the spring energy boost and are enjoying the sunny weather! The sun is not only a natural alarm clock. Let me remind you about the extremely important vitamin D it provides us with, which we synthesize through the skin under the influence of sunlight. I wrote more about it HERE. A morning read and a yummy breakfast — are you in?   Preparation: I cracked the eggs into a bowl, mixed them with salt, flour and coconut drink. I heated th ..read more

Spring is an extraordinary time – a time of joy, awakening, and new energy. I do hope that during the upcoming Easter you will manage to take a break and relax in the throes of everyday duties. Let this break be an opportunity to spend time with your loved ones and recharge with positive energy. Make the most of this time, show each other love, give joy, and smile as much as possible   Happy Easter! Artykuł Happy Easter Wishes pochodzi z serwisu Anna Lewandowska - healthy plan by Ann ..read more

It’s getting nicer outside. The morning sun shining into the bedroom windows is probably the best alarm clock, wouldn’t you agree with me? Before spring settles in your gardens, introduce it onto your plates. This creamy green soup,full of flavorful herbs, definitely makes for a good start. Enjoy!   Preparation: I sliced the zucchini into slices and chopped the garlic. I heated clarified butter in a pot and fried the garlic and zucchini. I poured water over the vegetables, added the spices and boiled. I blended the soup with fresh mint and parsley. I added a little water to get the right ..read more

My Dear Women! For the upcoming Women’s Day I would like to wish you lots of love, health, self-confidence, and may your plans and dreams come true. Years of meetings with you have taught me that strength comes from women. Never doubt your abilities! The greatest limitations are usually the ones within ourselves. Remember this especially when obstacles that appear on your life path seem impossible to overcome. Don’t hesitate to ask for help – it’s not a symbol of weakness, but of extraordinary wisdom and courage. I do hope to see smiles on your faces and I wish you lots of satisfaction every d ..read more

Is pudding also a taste of your childhood…? How about an unusual millet version of this dessert? Lovers of sweetness and chocolate will certainly like today’s recipe, and most importantly – it does not contain added white sugar, the consumption of which should be limited to a minimum. Sweet, tasty, and healthy: this is probably the best combination!   Preparation: I soaked the dates in boiling water and set aside for about 15 minutes. Before cooking, I rinsed the groats 1-2 times under cold running water. Then I cooked the millet groats in coconut milk with cocoa following the recipe on ..read more

We find these white crystals in every home and almost every product – today we are not talking about sugar but salt, excessive consumption of which may be equally harmful to health. Do you know how much salt we can have according to official recommendations and what amounts of this popular spice are hidden in the products we consume every day? In this text we will look for answers to the above questions   Salt and Sodium Let’s start with what salt actually is. It is important because of the correct distinction we have to make between two concepts: salt intake and sodium intake. First, sa ..read more

Have you ever prepared a traditional Italian risotto? It was my inspiration when preparing this recipe. However, my version is much faster and easier, and the addition of lemon gives the whole thing a fresh, tangy taste   Preparation: Before cooking, I rinsed the rice 1-2 times under cold running water and cooked it following the recipe on the packaging. I cut the onion into cubes and pressed the garlic. Next, I cut the meat and zucchini into cubes and seasoned them with salt and pepper. I heated the coconut oil in a pan, fried the garlic, onion, and meat. I transferred the zucchini into ..read more

What does an active lifestyle mean to you? Does this involve regular training at the gym? Is it about taking 10,000 steps a day? Or maybe both? In fact, everyone interprets it in their own way. The times are changing. Nowadays, work increasingly requires more intellectual skills from us and in turn, we use more seldom than ever the strength of our muscles to carry out the tasks. Of course, many people still work physically. However, these proportions have changed over the years and in real life we often end up sitting behind the desk.   What Does Our Lifestyle Comprise? It is good to real ..read more