November 07, 2012
XMAS COMPETITION: Win a Monkey Hamper worth over £200!!
January 08, 2013
Getting The Measure of A Quality Protein Powder
When
choosing a protein powder and considering price, as well as value for money, it
is important that you understand; not all proteins are created equal! So how do
you really know what you are getting? And how is true value for money
represented? There are many facts and figures out there; hearsay plays a big
part in this and subsequently there is a great deal of misinterpretation and
exaggeration.
The
composition of various protein powders may be so varied that their ...
September 25, 2012
How to Get the Most Out Of Your Protein
With the addition of VAT
on protein, it is important that you understand how to use protein
powders effectively and how to get the most out of your money. First of all
it is important to understand that not all protein powders are equal and yes,
the old cliché ‘You only get what you pay for’ absolutely applies here!
You should
be looking for a single source protein, rather than a blend; to ensure a higher
quality, faster acting, and more biologically active protein. High quali...
August 15, 2012
Chicken Salad with Figs
Ingredients:
(Serves 3-4)
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
salt and fresh-ground black pepper to taste
2 cloves garlic
1 lb boneless/skinless chicken breast cutlets
3.5 oz baby arugula, washed
1/4 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
4 radishes, sliced
3 figs, quartered and chopped
1/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
Mozzarella ball (tear and scatter over) - optional
Dressing:
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp honey
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
Fresh-ground sea sa...
August 15, 2012
Sweet Potato Hash
Ingredients:
1 large sweet potato, wash and dice into small cubes (1/4” square)
2 tbsp coconut oil
2 cups sweet onion, coarsely chopped
1/2 green pepper, coarsely chopped
1 whole fresh jalapeño pepper/other chilli pepper, minced (remove seeds for less heat)
2 cloves of roasted garlic
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp fresh group pepper
1 tsp. mixed herbs
Directions:
Bring large pot of water to a boil and add diced sweet potato. Boil for 5-8 minutes, until potato cubes are cooked throu...
August 15, 2012
Parma Ham, Figs and Mozzarella with Pitta's
Lovin' this simple recipe, some of us have just had this for our lunch and it went down a treat...plus it mega easy to make!
Ingredients:
Bag of wild rocket leaves
6 ripe figs
2 125g balls buffalo mozzarella
6-8 Parma ham slices
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp lemon juice
3-4 pitta breads
Directions:
1. Spill bag of wild rocket leaves onto a platter. Cut figs in half and arrange on the leaves. Tear up balls of buffalo mozzarella and add to the platter. Tear Parma ham slices in...
August 15, 2012
Banana, Chocolate Chunk Cookies
We had to share this one with you....these are a perfect addition to your post workout and go great with a Chocolate Monkey Ultra Mass shake! If you want these gluten-free, ensure you use gluten-free oats.
Ingredients:
3 large, very ripe bananas
1/2 cup peanut butter, preferably all-natural (just peanuts), or almond butter
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 cups old-fashioned large flake oats
1/3 cup shredded coconut (optional)
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. c...
August 15, 2012
Cashew Protein Smoothie
Ingredients:
1 cup boiling water
1 cup raw cashews
1 large banana
1 scoop Vanilla Monkey Primal26
100-150ml milk of choice (we used almond, coconut would be worth a try)
6 ice cubes
drop of pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon agave nectar
Directions:
Pour the boiling water over the cashews and let stand for about 15 minutes (or until they're soft). Drain and add the cashews and bananas to the blender until smooth (takes a few mins, so be patient) Add the ice, vanilla extract, Ultra ...
August 15, 2012
Long And Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs And LCTs)
There are two types of triglycerides, these are known as long chain triglycerides and medium chain triglycerides. A triglyceride is an ester ( chemical compound ) derived from glycerol and the molecules of three fatty acids and is the main constituent of vegetable oil and animal fats. Triglycerides play an important part in the metabolism of energy sources and are transporters of dietry fats. They can be signalled by the hormone glucagon, enabling them to breakdown via the hor...
August 15, 2012
Overnight Oats Banana Split
Ingredients:
1 large frozen banana
8 pitted cherries (frozen or fresh)
1 large banana
1/3 cup rolled oats
2/3 cup milk of your choice
1 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 tsp cinnamon
few walnut halves for topping
1 tsp cocoa (90%+ optional)
1 tsp agave nectar/honey/maple syrup (optional)
2 tsp wheat grass powder (optional)
Directions:
For the overnight oats; Stir the oats, milk, chia and cinnamon together and seal in a container overnight in the fridge.
Stir in the morning. In the morni...
