Dear friends
Firstly I d like to say well come back to power yoga ! So
good to see you all again and also lovely to meet lots of new yogis to the
group too!
For those that are new to class , please be patient with
yourselves and know that over time you will become stronger and more aware of
your breathing, once you have mastered your breath all the rest will fall into
place.
Secondly , after class this week I was asked by the church
to inform everyone that when leaving the car park to try to stick to the one way system which is sign posted to
avoid any accidents with people coming into the church for the next class.
Finally as some of you may know I am also a nutritionist and
weight management specialist . I am very passionate towards health and i am a
firm believer in you are what you eat!
I have been a vegan for 15 years and try to eat organic as
much as I can. A yoga diet consists of clean , vegetarian and nutritious foods
such as whole grains , fruits , vegetables, beans , cereals and avoiding fast
foods,tobacco , sugar, meat and coffee .
Eating the right kind of food is an important element in
achieving a physical, mental and emotional balance. In yogic literature foods
that are beneficial to us are said to be Sattvic, or pure. Impure foods can upset our physical, mental and emotional
wellbeing.
Therefore I am working on creating a 7 day yoga diet which
basically consists of my day to day diet bringing the body into balance not
just physically but mentally and emotionally too. I have attached one of my
favourite recipes for everyone to enjoy with a list of all its health benefits J
Superfood Quiona salad ( my favourite!
)
This recipe is one I have at least once a week
and contains all the goodness , nutrients and minerals you could wish for!
I cannot stress
enough just how good quiona is for the body ! Proteins are
essential to the building and repair of the body’s tissues and to basic
functions like growth, digestion and excretion. Quinoa has a higher protein
content than wheat, barley or other major grains. Quinoa, which contains all 8
of the essential amino acids, it
is a complete protein. Quinoa is a
dieter’s dream , high in vitamins, minerals and protein, while low in fat and
calories.Quiona helps lower cholesterol and
contains a source of complex carbohydrates.
Rich in fiber , quinoa can help keep you
free of constipation and bloating. Unlike more common grains such as wheat,
quinoa is gluten-free and can be enjoyed by people with digestive disorders,
like celiac disease. The vitamin B and folate in quinoa also help the liver in
its role of eliminating wastes from the body, adding to quinoa’s detoxifying
properties. For vegans, people with lactose intolerance or those who are simply
looking for non-dairy sources of this vital mineral, quinoa is a flavorful
source of plant-derived calcium. Calcium builds and maintains bones and teeth,
helps regulate the contraction of the heart, and facilitates nerve and muscle
function. Quinoa also contains impressive quantities of potassium, magnesium
and zinc, minerals that are crucial for heart, nerve and muscle function.Quiona
contains iron, which helps to deliver
oxygen to the blood, boosting energy and brain power. Quinoa’s vitamin B
content can help keep the mind sharp, maintain brain volume and stabilize mood.
Preperation time: 20
mins
Serves : 4
700g sweet potato (
diced into cubes)
60ml olive oil
200g quiona (
waitrose and Holland and barrat sell the garin)
½ tsp turmeric
500ml water
200g broccoli (
steamed )
1 bunch of asparagus
( steamed)
2 hand full s of spinach
fresh
200g cooked beetroot
and diced
Sprinkle of pumpkins
seeds
1 avocardo chopped
Handful of baby
tomatoes chopped
2 spring onions
chopped
½ lemmon and ½ lime
1-Pre heat oven to
200 oc (gas mark 6) and place sweet potato diced and drizzled in olive oil into
oven and cook for 25-30 mins until golden brown and tender.
2-Place quiona and turmeric
in a saucepan with the water and simmer for 10-12 mins until all the water is
absorbed.place lid on sauce pan and leave to cool.
3-steam the broccoli
and asparagus until tender
4-mix together all
the remaining ingredients into a bowl , add a drizzle of olive oil and squeeze
the lemon in . Add the sweet potato and quiona .
Serve and enjoy J
Love and hugs ,Lucy x
