YMCA Healthy Living Magazine Autumn 2021 | Page 2

Autumn is such a beautiful time of the year with the leaves changing colour and plenty of opportunities to be outdoors enjoying blue skies and sunshine . Where possible , try to make the most of exploring new picnic spots and parks , outdoor swimming or family bike rides whilst the weather is kind . It won ’ t be long before winter is here and simple activities become that little bit harder .

Autumn is also a time to enjoy the new fresh produce coming into season and explore ways to use them in your cooking . In this edition we have loads of easy seasonal recipes including some simple ingredient changes when baking to ensure your sweet treats also pack in some nutrients . Food scientist Hajara Aslam also shares how fermenting food can improve its nutrition content and make it easier for your body to absorb . We also look at the health benefits of chocolate and foods that are good for your hair , skin and nails .

AUTUMN 2021

4 Seasonal smoothies Rebecca Gawthorne 5 Sensational autumn eating Marnie Nitschke

6 Chocolate and its many health benefits Dr Tim Crowe

8 How can stress affect nutrition and body weight ? William Antolasic

10 Walking meditation Fiona Kriaris

12 Moroccan silver beet , pumpkin and chickpeas Marnie Nitschke

12 Healthy burrito bowls Lyndi Cohen 13 Lean and green pesto Sally Anderson

13 Superfood stir-fry ( salmon chow mein ) Catherine Saxelby

14 The best foods for your hair , skin and nails Lyndi Cohen

16 Healthy baking tips Rebecca Ponsford 17 Healthy carrot cake Rebecca Ponsford 17 Tahini cookies Rebecca Ponsford 18 Fermented foods Hajara Aslam

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