Over the past three months I’ve managed to lose six kilos, by altering my eating habits. I’ve cut down on carbs, sugar, and dairy, and my digestion has benefitted. I’m not counting calories or anything complicated like that. Almost the only bread I eat now is paleo bread, which is made entirely from nuts and seeds. I find it not as enjoyable as fresh ciabatta, but it is satisfying. My previous habit was to have a hot chocolate with biscuits or cake before going to bed, and I wondered whether I might feel hungry during the night without this. I also wondered whether I might not sleep as well without the hot milk drink. These days i have a cup of tea (weak, black Earl Grey) and a piece of fruit before bed, and have no trouble sleeping.
When I’m out or meeting friends I have a little sweet treat, but often find I can’t finish it and end up taking the rest home for later.
Today we lunched at Foundation Cafe at Turanga where I had a small savoury loaf and a black Doris plum and cinnamon smoothie. It’s the second time I’ve had one of these smoothies at Foundation and they are absolutely delicious.
(Sorry, I didn’t think to take a photo until I’d almost finished). I presume the main ingredients are fruit and yoghurt. I could probably make something similar at home, but I like to keep them for an occasional treat when I’m out.
We were at Turanga because I needed to print some coloured A4 posters and wasn’t sure my home printer would manage the deep colour. The printer at Turanga did an excellent job, and the cost was only a dollar per sheet. At Warehouse Stationery it would have been $1.29, and I doubt their staff would have been as available and helpful.
For you I have a handy hint
Turanga’s a good place to print