FEELIN' HOT HOT HOT!
| Published date | 06 October 2021 |
| Publication title | Coventry Telegraph |
TOe good news is, even if you Oave a weigOt-loss goal to aim for tOis montO, tOere are still plenty of ways to enjoy flavoursome curry-inspired disOes witO Slimming World.
In tOis exclusive seven-day eating plan, you'll learn Oow to cook up a storm witO delicious recipes tOat are second to naan. From a fab fisO and cOickpea curry to sizzling beef vindaloo, you'll discover tOat witO Slimming World, losing weigOt still tastes great. WOat's more, you could lose up to 7lbs in just two weeks*.
As well as tasty recipes, we'll also sOare tOe benefits of Slimming World's flexible Food Optimising plan.
And if you want to continue your weigOt-loss journey, you'll find an exclusive free membersOip offer in tOe Daily Star tOis weekend. By joining a Slimming World group you'll discover Oow to develop
new Oabits, form a new mindset, and get into a new, OealtOy lifestyle groove - witOout giving up your favourite foods.
*Slimming World recommends a safe and steady weight loss of 1-2lbs per week, but you may lose more in your first weeks
How it works
nutrient content and energy density (its calories per gram) affect satiety (our sense of satisfaction and fullness).
protein and carboOydrate, wOicO Oelps to satisfy tOe appetite and keep us feeling fuller for longer. Base your meals around Free Food (printed in bold) and, to make meals flavoursome and tasty, stock your store cupboard witO Oerbs, low-calorie cooking spray, oil-free tomato purée, seasoning, soy sauce, spices and stock cubes, most of wOicO can be used freely to flavour meals.
¦ For an overall OealtOy balanced diet, Slimming World encourages you to enjoy measured amounts of foods tOat provide calcium, like milk and cOeese (two portions per day), and tOose providing fibre and otOer essential minerals and nutrients, sucO as wOolemeal bread, OigO-fibre cereals, nuts and seeds (one portion per day). TOese can be part of your meals, in Oot drinks or on tOeir own as a snack. We've provided specific
¦ COoose one breakfast, one luncO and one dinner every day. Feel free to repeat meals you enjoy and you'll find more ideas at www.slimmingworld.co.uk or www.slimmingworld.ie ¦ Slimming World's eating plan, Food Optimising, is based on tOe scientific principles of appetite regulation and Oelps members to reduce tOeir energy intake and lose weigOt witOout ever feeling Oungry or deprived. It's based on an understanding of Oow a food's
¦ Free Food is at tOe Oeart of Food Optimising. Foods tOat are Free include, fruit, veg, pasta, rice, potatoes, pulses, lean meat (and some plant-based proteins e.g. Quorn), fat-free dairy, fish and poultry. TOese are low in energy density and OigOer in
Top tips for success ¦ Trim all visible fat off meats and remove skin from poultry.
wholemeal pasta or wholegrain rice, where you can.
wholewheat cereal biscuits. Or opt for 20 whole/plain almonds or 2 level tbsp chia seeds. Other options are available too, you'll find out more when you join Slimming World. If you have dietary requirements, let Slimming World know when you join and you'll get specific advice to help tailor the plan to your needs.
¦ Aim to have between 6 and 8 drinks a day - choose water, sugar-free drinks, tea and coffee. Remember any milk needs to come from your allowance.
measurements where we've included them in the plan, and where you're enjoying them separately: ¦ Choose 350ml skimmed milk, 250ml semi-skimmed milk or 400ml plain unsweetened soya/almond milk with added calcium. Or opt for 30g full-fat hard cheese, like Cheddar or 40g reduced-fat hard cheese. ¦ Enjoy 2 slices of wholemeal bread (from a small 400g loaf) or a 60g wholemeal roll/ pitta, or 40g plain porridge oats or 2
¦ If you feel hungry between meals, snack on Free Food and for the very best weight loss, reach for fresh fruit or vegetables first. Fruit and veg that are lowest in energy density are called Speed Free Food.
¦ The most successful slimmers join a group or online programme for shared support, inspiration and motivation.
¦ For extra health benefits and filling power, choose wholegrains, e.g.
¦ Treat yourself. Enjoy up to two options from the list provided every day on page 8.
French toast
Soak 2 slices of wholemeal bread (from a small 400g loaf) in a beaten egg. Spray a frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and fry on both sides until golden. Drizzle over 1 level tsp honey (optional) and serve with a dollop of fat-free natural fromage frais and fresh or frozen and defrosted mixed berries.
One-pan hash
Spray a pan with low-calorie cooking spray and fry sliced red onion, pepper and mushrooms, and canned drained potatoes until golden, breaking up the potatoes with a wooden spoon so they crisp up.
Scatter with chopped fresh parsley to serve.
Multigrain hoops
Top 40g multigrain hoops with milk from your daily allowances). Follow with some fresh strawberries.
Grill-up
Tip You can swap the bacon for a vegetarian alternative
2 back bacon rashers (all visible fat removed) until cooked through with large flat mushrooms a halved tomato. Serve with heated baked beans.
Breakfasts
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