Easter Brunch IdeaEgg Muffins with Serrano Ham What you need: 1 muffin tray for 6 muffins 1 rolling pin Preparation time: 10 minutesOven time: 20 minutes Ingredients for 6 people: 6 small eggs 6 slices of raw or serrano ham 6 slices of whole wheat bread Cooking spray or olive oil to grease the muffin…
Recent research by Foodwatch shows that 56% of all supermarket food products contain added sugar. According to the Federation of the Dutch Food Industry (FNLI), sugar also has a technical function, such as preserving food. Foodwatch reported that 651 food products were randomly selected from Albert Heijn, Jumbo, and Lidl. Based on the ingredients list,…
Cod with Potatoes and Ham Ingredients for 4 people: 1 kg potatoes 600 g cod fillet 2 small onions 2 slices serrano ham 500 ml chicken stock 80 g butter 1 clove garlic 2 sprigs thyme 1 bay leaf 50 g gruyère cheese 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 container fresh chives Preparation:Melt 50 g of…
For nearly all people over 50, healthy aging is very important. Of this group, 89% consider a varied and balanced diet essential. A balanced and varied diet does not mean consuming light products (63%) or taking dietary supplements (54%). Most older adults see these as unimportant for staying healthy as they age.To them, balanced nutrition…
If you want to lose weight, adjusting your eating habits is the first and most important step. That means eating healthier and eating less. In addition, exercise is good for your health and supports weight loss. However, if your diet stays the same, you’ll see slower results. It’s all about the combination. Exercise and physical…
Products that fit within the guidelines of the Schijf van Vijf will receive more attention in the supermarket and foodservice sectors. Research shows that simply providing information about healthy eating is not enough. Various stakeholders will be working on this in the coming period. This was announced by the Central Bureau for the Food Trade…
A fresh recipe with beef and cucumber sauce Ingredients for 4 people: 700 g baby potatoes 4 steaks du boeuf 800 g broccoli ½ cucumber 2 cloves of garlic 150 ml low-fat yogurt 1 tbsp fresh dill Preparation:Preheat the grill to its highest setting.Boil the baby potatoes until tender (approx. 8 minutes).Peel the garlic and…
Fat is both a building block and a source of energy for our body and provides vitamins A, D, and E. Fat consists of saturated and unsaturated fat. Each food product contains these fats in different amounts. If you replace foods high in saturated fat with those high in unsaturated fat, your risk of cardiovascular…
A well-balanced diet can lead to significant health benefits. In combination with sufficient physical activity, moderate alcohol consumption, and not smoking, it reduces the risk of developing chronic diseases. The BenFit lifestyle program offers you guidance in nutrition, exercise, and relaxation—key elements of a healthy lifestyle. Tips for a healthy lifestyle: Eat 250 grams of…
From now on, all members with an account can use our brand-new BenFit App. With this app, you can log in at any time from your mobile phone and always access your personal nutrition advice! Don’t have an account yet? Get in touch with your coach right away so you can start using the BenFit…
When you start exercising, there’s a chance that you don’t lose weight, lose very little, or even gain weight. This might discourage some people, even though they are making progress. That’s because you’re building muscle mass—and muscle weighs more. Even if you don’t lose weight immediately, physical activity is still great for your health. If…
According to Professor Jaap Seidell of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, highly processed foods are the main cause of lifestyle-related diseases. Seidell makes an urgent appeal to the government and the scientific community: “Stop treating symptoms and join forces to address the underlying causes of unhealthy eating behavior.” Research, Seidell says, shows that 60% of calorie…
