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Everyone''s talking about the 5:2 Diet - the easiest fasting plan to adapt to your tastes and hectic weekly lifestyle. Reduce your calorie intake two days a week, and you can eat whatever you like for the other five days, with freedom to drink, eat out or have treats. This is your guide to those fasting days, a collection of delicious recipes for light meals accompanied by stunning photography that will motivate you to stay on track. Far from feeling deprived, this book will open your eyes to new taste combinations and ideas for small meals that pack a big flavour punch. As well as contributing to your weight loss and good health, these recipes make for tasty dishes in their own right. Wake up to fragrant Moroccan baked eggs, lunch on Butternut squash frittata and dish up Herby lamb or Sesame salmon at dinner. You can even make room for a treat or two on a fasting day with these recipes for Mango and passionfruit trifle and Strawberry roulade. So, why not give it a try? Change your life for the better by cutting back just two days a week. Includes: guide to the 5:2 diet, over 100 recipes, tips and techniques for portion control and staying motivated, 100 calorie-counted recipes, meal planners, calorie counter.

THE ESSENTIAL 5:2 DIET COOKBOOK WITH 200 RECIPESWhether you''re new to the 5:2 diet and you''re thinking about giving it a go, or you''re already a convert and are looking for recipes to improve your fasting days, this is the book for you. Choose from a delicious range of satisfying light meals from a variety of world cuisines, all organised by mealtime so that you can quickly select a recipe.Get your fasting day off to a good start with a breakfast of fragrant Moroccan baked eggs or chunky Maple-glazed granola. Opt for a light lunch of Chicken burgers with tomato salsa, Chilli & coriander fish parcels or Smoky bacon & white bean soup to see you through the afternoon. End the day with a serving of Lamb & flageolet bean stew, Chicken & spinach curry or a special meal of Lobster with shallots & vermouth. You can even include sweet treats without breaking your diet - this selection includes Brulee vanilla cheesecake, Chocolate & chestnut roulade and Cherry & nectarine pavlova.Make the 5:2 diet a life choice with this indispensable recipe collection.Check out some of the other titles in the series:Hamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Super SoupsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Halogen Oven RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Fast Vegetarian RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Cakes & BakesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Gluten-Free RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Really Easy RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Pasta DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Tapas & Spanish DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 More Slow Cooker RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Delicious DessertsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Veggie FeastsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 One Pot MealsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Student MealsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Spiralizer RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Easy Indian DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 CupcakesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Thai FavouritesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Light Slow Cooker RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Easy Tagines and MoreHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Low Fat DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Cakes & Bakes

Chicken is the most widely-consumed meat on the planet. It is inexpensive, quick to cook and hugely versatile, and its mild flavour makes it a favourite with people of every age, making it a great choice for a family meal.Chicken is a great choice for dieters because it contains a lot of protein and very little fat - steamed or grilled chicken breast is one of the leanest and healthiest meats available. Not only that, but its mild flavour means it can be adapated to an infinite number of different ingredients, from the delicate tastes of Mediterranean foods, such as basil and olives, right through to the rich and heady spicy stews and curries of India. Think of chicken as a deliciously light and low-fat blank canvas to which you can add all your favourite flavours, and be inspired by the global influences of this recipe collection.

Delicious and aromatic as they are, many curries contain a lot of oil, butter and cream - bad news for dieters and the health conscious.The recipes in this book will show you how to coook delicious healthy curries without compromising on flavour or taste, by substituting healthy options, such as groundnut oil and low-fat natural yoghurt in place of full-fat alternatives.There is nothing more satisfying than producing a rich, aromatic curry to share with family and friends - whether it be Indian, Southeast Asian or even Japanese, with these low-calorie options, you can try a new delicious curry recipe every night.

Break free from ultra-processed foods with this practical guide Have you ever wondered why you can''t stop reaching for chocolates, ice cream, fizzy drinks, and snacks? All of these familiar suspects are ultra-processed foods: they''re filled with additives and preservatives to keep you coming back for more. So how do you avoid ultra-processed foods when they''re everywhere around you? This book will help you through every step of the way: you''ll learn to check food label checklists and stock up your cupboard with healthy foods. With over 100 recipes for every meal, plus four weekly meal plans and shopping lists, you can easily eat unprocessed food on the go.CONTENTS INCLUDE:BreakfastsMaple-glazed granola with fruit; Wholemeal cheese & bacon muffins; Moroccan-inspired baked eggsLunchesButter bean, tomato & feta salad; Vietnamese-style noodle salad; Roasted chickpeas with spinachDinnersChargrilled halloumi with olives; Frying pan macaroni cheese; Mediterranean roast lambDessertsHoney ricotta fritters with pistachios; Blackberry & apple crumbles; Chocolate puddle puddingBakingPeach & brown sugar muffins; Mixed-seed soda bread; Chocolate flapjacksSnacks & DrinksPopcorn with chilli oil; Fresh lemonade; Orange & passionfruit sparkler

Discover the benefits of following an anti-inflammatory diet with over 100 tasty recipes.Following an anti-inflammatory diet can benefit those with a range of conditions, including:- cardiovascular disease,- digestive disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastritis and Crohn''s,- type 2 diabetes,- depression, anxiety and chronic stress,- cancer,- autoimmune diseases such as lupus, coeliac disease, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and multiple sclerosis,- chronic pain,- and long covid.Written by nutritionist Angela Dowden, The Anti-Inflammatory Recipe Book delves into the latest research to help you to understand how consuming natural, healthy foods can help prevent inflammation and improve your health. With this easy cookbook, you will learn what foods to avoid, which ones to add to your plate and how making simple diet changes can help you remain healthy and feel better.CONTENTS INCLUDE:BreakfastHerby smoked salmon omelettes; Home-baked seeded rolls; Eggs FlorentineSalads & Leafy GreensPumpkin, feta & pine nut salad; Mediterranean rice salad; Gingered tofu & mango saladSnacks & StartersTandoori tofu bites; Courgette, beetroot & feta fritters; Vegetable kebabs with harissa yogurtMain Meals to HealAsparagus, mint & lemon risotto; Chicken, lemon & olive Tagine; Aubergine bakeLight Bites & SidesButternut & cumin soup; Mixed pickled vegetables; Sweet potato & garlic mashSomething SweetTropical fruit cake; Fig & honey pots; Stem ginger & dark chocolate cookies

Reduce stress, manage your hormones and become happier and healthier with The Cortisol Fix Recipe BookCortisol is our "stress hormone" produced in the adrenal glands as a response to a perceived danger or threat. It helps our bodies reduce inflammation, regulate our sleep cycles, control our blood sugar and blood pressure levels and manage how we process carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. While cortisol plays a vital role for us, chronic or prolonged stress can cause cortisol levels to rise too high, leading to weight gain, high blood pressure, poor mental health and several other physical health conditions over time.This cookbook will show you how simple, fresh and nourishing whole foods can help you balance your hormone levels. Nutritionist Angela Dowden provides weekly meal plans and expert nutritional and lifestyle advice related to diet, sleep and mental health to help you develop healthy habits. With The Cortisol Fix Recipe Book you can prevent chronic stress and enjoy meals that help you feel your best.CONTENTS INCLUDE:BreakfastSpicy tomato poached eggs; Breakfast cereal bars; Cheese, tomato & basil muffinsSalads & Leafy GreensHot halloumi with fattoush salad; Courgette, feta & mint salad; Chicken & avocado saladSnacks & StartersChicken tikka sticks & fennel raita; Pepper & aubergine hummus; Chilli & herb sweet potato pancakesTasty, Healthy MainsHarissa salmon with sweet potato; Mango & coconut curry; Stuffed butternut squash Light Bites & SidesChicken & hummus wraps; Cheese & paprika potato cakes; Roasted stuffed peppersSomething SweetPistachio chocolate brownies; Rhubarb & strawberry salad; Lemon cookies

Say goodbye to calorie counting with this revolutionary weight-loss method.Macronutrients or ''macros'' are the three main nutrient groups your body can''t live without: carbohydrates, fats and protein.So many diets focus on calorie counting, but not all calories are created equal: your body doesn''t process 20 calories of kale and 20 calories of chocolate in the same way because of their different macro breakdowns.Macro counting is all about balance. By eating the right ratio of carbohydrates, fats and protein, you can lose weight and build muscle in a healthy, sustainable way without avoiding the foods you love. This flexible approach to dieting encourages you to make smart food choices that guarantee results.The Macro Method will tell you everything you need to know about counting macros, including the latest research about how the diet works and its nutritional benefits. The 21-day plan will help you ditch the calorie counting for good, with more than 40 simple recipes to tempt you.

The 5:2 diet is now firmly established as a highly effective and popular way to lose weight. It allows you to change your life for the better by dieting for just 2 days a week. You will live longer, lose weight and feel great by reducing your calorie intake for a limited period each week. The rest of the time you can eat normally, dine out and even have treats.New research now suggests that sticking to 800 calories a day - rather than the 500-600 calories previously recommended - can help people lose weight successfully. But what to eat on a fasting day? Bored with omelettes or ham salads? Want something quick and easy but don''t know what? Look no further. With over 100 calorie-counted recipes specially designed for anyone who is fasting, it couldn''t be easier to put the 5:2 diet into practice. All the recipes are delicious, so fasting need not be a chore.Includes: 4-week fast day meal planner; calorie counter; 15 ideas for 150 calorie snacks; 50 ideas for 100 calorie snacks; 50 ideas for 50 calorie snacks; 10 ideas for guilt-free snacks, plus tips and techniques on mastering portion control, good nutrition, and keeping up your 5:2 eating plan for life.