The Sardine Craze Has Got Me Too!

My Facebook feed is practically flooded with social media influencers, medical doctors and health gurus talking about canned sardines. Sardines are apparently the new Ozempic! 😂

Canned sardines for bone health, building muscles, lowering blood sugar, and goodness knows what else. Some even advocate eating three cans of sardines a day!

If you follow Dr Eric Berg, Dr Brenda Lau, Dr Reese and other doctors and health gurus, I'm pretty sure you've already been influenced by them to add more sardines to your diet. I know I have! 😂

I alternate between canned sardines and canned mackerel, as both are equally nutritious options.

Today, before heading for Zumba class, I had a small can of mackerel mixed with chickpeas, a generous wedge of butter, plenty of freshly ground black pepper and lots of lemon juice. Simple, fuss-free and surprisingly delicious!

For dessert, I had three dried prunes. And I'm still feeling full at 10.30pm. 

Looks like I'll be stocking up on sardines and mackerel next week so I can try out some of those delicious sardine recipes that keep popping up on my Facebook feed. When your Facebook algorithm keeps feeding you sardine recipes, you might as well give them a try! 😂🐟 

Spoilt for Choice at Fatt Kee, Ipoh Garden South

Lunch with Mum after our gym session yesterday was at Fatt Kee in Ipoh Garden South.

This is one of my favourite kopitiams because it's practically a food haven. My favourite Indian chap fan stall is here, along with a really good kai si hor fun and curry noodles. There's also roast chicken and roast meats, Lei Cha, Western food and so much more. Spoilt for choice, really.

I, of course, went straight for my Indian chap fan, while Mum ordered the kai si hor fun. And I must say, the kai si hor fun is just as good as the famous one at Thean Chun in Concubine Lane minus the long queue and insane crowd.

Initially, I didn't intend to order any drinks as I had brought my own water bottle. But the chicken rendang was a tad too spicy for me, so I eventually caved in and ordered a glass of sugar-free milk tea.

I looked at my watch and thought, "It's not even 1pm yet. Surely a glass of milk tea at this hour won't affect my sleep tonight?"

Oh, how wrong I was! 😂

I ended up tossing and turning, feeling wide awake until past midnight and well beyond. Now I'm feeling sleepy and completely zombified.

Let's hope I can summon enough energy to make it for Zumba this evening.  😆

53 & 80: Our Fitness Journey

Today is Mum's and my third personal training session at the gym. Actually, it's more of a physical therapy session for Mum, and I just tag along for some playtime at the gym to stoke my muscles. 

Coach Faizal teaches strength fitness, Zumba and spin cycling (he also owns a spin studio). He also offers Qun therapy.

Mum has tried just about every treatment available for her body aches and pains, but unfortunately, none has managed to get rid of the pain completely. Leaving no stone unturned, she's now giving Qun therapy a try.

So far, the results have been quite promising. She feels noticeably better immediately after each therapy session, although the aches and pains are still there. Doctors, physiotherapists and acupuncturists have all told her that some of these pains may be something she'll have to live with. However, the various therapies, together with regular exercise, can help manage the discomfort and prevent her condition from deteriorating further.

By keeping active every day, doing strength training and even joining Zumba sessions, Mum is also doing her part to maintain her muscle strength, bone health and mobility as she gets older.

And honestly, seeing Mum's condition is one of the reasons I'm even more determined to stay committed to strength training and weightlifting. I want to keep my muscles and bones strong for as long as I can. After all, prevention is better than cure, and I certainly don't want to wait until I start having aches and pains before taking my strength training seriously!

Our video is available on my Facebook Page 😊

My Next Fitness Challenge: An 8kg Kettlebell!

One of my 11.11 Sale purchases is an 8kg kettlebell.

During my last PT session last week, I realised that I could actually lift 10kg now. My current 2kg and 3kg dumbbells have also become pretty manageable, so I thought it was time to challenge myself with something heavier.

And that's how I ended up getting an 8kg kettlebell 😂

Tonight, I'll be heading to YouTube to look for some fun kettlebell exercises to try. Can't wait to add some new moves to my workout routine.💪

I got my kettlebell here at a discount:

https://s.shopee.com.my/gRYiMV7fM

Your Future Mobility Starts Today

Lifting weights and working out aren't just about building muscles or looking good. They're about building strength, maintaining mobility and investing in a healthier, fitter you as you grow older.

Think about it. When you're 70, 80 or even 90, wouldn't you rather be strong, mobile and independent than having to rely on a walking stick or wheelchair?

The strength we build today can make a big difference to how we age tomorrow.

It's never too late to start. Your future self will thank you! 💪

Today's strength fitness video is ready and available on my Facebook Page.

Down Memory Lane

These photos popped up in my Google Photos today. They were taken exactly 10 years ago, in November 2016. Back then, #1 was 13, #2 was 11 and #3 was just 8.

And honestly, looking at these photos, it feels as though they were taken only recently. Hard to believe that an entire decade has gone by!

In the first photo, #1 was having her very first tennis lesson at our condo, with her two sisters there to cheer her on.

In the second photo, the girls were at Avantas Residences, where we were viewing one of the units.

And in the third photo, #3 was having her golden moment at school. She was in Primary 2 and went up on stage to receive a trophy for being among the top 10 students in the entire Primary 2 cohort at SJKC Kuen Cheng 2. What a proud moment that was for me!

How I miss those days when my girls were still little and needed me for just about everything. Now, they're all grown up, becoming independent adults and spreading their own wings.

I'm happy to see them growing into their own people, but a little part of me wishes I could turn back the clock and relive those precious years when they were still my little girls. ❤️

The girls were at Avantas Residences, where we were viewing one of the units.

Alycia was having her very first tennis lesson at our condo, with her two sisters there to cheer her on.

My messy-haired baby. During her primary school years, by the time she got home from school each day, her hair would be in such a mess. Her bun would be half undone, with strands of hair falling all over her face, making her look as though she had just been through a battlefield! 😂  

And yes, I have to agree that Chinese school was pretty tough on my girls.

Best Mop Ever

Of all the mops I've bought over the years, from the really canggih and ridiculously expensive ones to the less than RM10 each mops, I still find myself going back to the Kao Magiclean Wiper Mop. 

It's slightly more expensive than some other mops, but it's sturdy and has lasted me for years. The original dry and wet wiper sheets can be quite pricey, so I usually get cheaper alternatives from Shopee or Lazada instead.  Recently I got the mop at only RM30+ during a sale.

I actually have three of these mops at home – one for the upstairs bedrooms, one for the downstairs floors and rooms, and another dedicated to the kitchen. Just slot in a wiper sheet, wipe away and discard. You can also use old recycled cloths instead of buying disposable sheets.

Another thing I like about this mop is its versatility. Besides floors, I use it to wipe walls, ceilings and even the tops of cupboards. Basically, anywhere that needs a good wipe-down!

For someone who is a little particular about cleanliness (okay, maybe a little OCD 😂), this mop gets my seal of approval. It's definitely one of those household purchases that has stood the test of time.

If you're curious, here's where I got mine:

https://s.lazada.com.my/s.Z9OyiA?t=p-i3yM7i6-sMV9ffp

Taming My Dry, Tangled and Frizzy Hair With L'Oréal Elseve Hyaluron Moisture Hydra Filling Night Cream

One of my best buys during the last Lazada sale was this L'Oréal Elseve Hyaluron Moisture Hydra Filling Night Cream for hair.

I have baby fine and dry hair, and washing it twice a day doesn't help. But because I exercise regularly, move around a lot and sweat quite a bit, I really have no choice but to wash my hair twice daily.

I'm actually quite lazy when it comes to using conditioner, so this hair cream has been a real lifesaver! It helps keep my hair soft, smooth and manageable, without the frizziness and tangles that make combing such a chore. Less tugging and pulling when combing also means less hair breakage.

Although it's labelled a night cream, I use it during the day too. The best part is that it doesn't leave my hair feeling greasy or weighed down. My hair is so much easier to comb through after using it, and I can skip my usual conditioner.

I've found something that works for my hair, so I'll definitely be restocking during the 11.11 sale and getting a few for my girls too.

If you're looking for some affordable and practical Christmas gift ideas, this is one to consider. Who says gifts have to be expensive to be useful? 😁

I bought mine from the L'Oréal Official Store on Lazada here:

👉 https://s.lazada.com.my/s.Z9apSN?t=p-i4HDGaL-sOheRMo

A Bowl Of Yogurt A Day Keeps The Doctor Away

Eating a bowl of yogurt is a daily must for me. It provides beneficial gut bacteria and helps keep my morning bathroom routine regular. I like to add soaked chia seeds and a little coconut milk, then top it with frozen berries or homemade strawberry jam, homemade black sesame spread, and a handful of nuts and seeds. 

This bowl gives me a good dose of calcium, protein, fibre and carbohydrates. I like to think of it as my healthy version of ice cream.

Speaking of ice cream, I haven't actually eaten much of it in a long time. I no longer deliberately buy tubs of Haagen Dazs, Kapiti, and Magnum Gold like I used to when I was living in KL with my three girls, who were all ice cream fanatics. 😂

That said, I won't say no to ice cream whenever we get complimentary servings at our favourite Japanese restaurant. Some treats are still worth making room for! 😁

I love the frozen mixed berries from Bake With Yen. Besides strawberries, there are raspberries, black berries, blueberries, sour cherries and other berries.

My Post-Gym Lunch: Indian Chap Fan!

This was my lunch after gym last week. Living in Malaysia, where almost 80% of the food sold at kopitiams and coffee shops is carb-heavy (think noodles, rice and all sorts of other carb-loaded dishes), finding something low-carb can sometimes be a challenge.

So, my usual go-to is chap fan. I can simply skip the rice and pick a good variety of vegetables and protein instead.

This particular coffee shop doesn't have the usual Chinese chap fan stall, but it does have an Indian chap fan stall, which is right up my alley because I absolutely love Indian food!

I went for chicken curry, prawn curry and spiced spinach, with a complimentary papadam on the side. The bill came to RM12, which isn't exactly cheap for chap fan, but I suppose the prawns account for the extra cost.

Was it worth it? Absolutely! So sedap! 😋

Here's wishing all my Indian friends and readers a very Happy Deepavali and happy holidays! 

Physical Therapy and Strength Training For Mum and Me

Today was Mum's and my second personal training session. It's a little different from the usual PT sessions – more like physical therapy for Mum and strength training + a little physical therapy for me.

Throughout the one-hour session, our coach focused mainly on physical therapy exercises to help Mum ease the aches and pains she's been experiencing from sciatica, a slipped disc and the general wear and tear that comes with ageing.

He also worked on my achy right shoulder with a little physical therapy and introduced some techniques that are supposed to help ease my chronic insomnia. I'm rather curious to see if the insomnia treatment actually works. Fingers crossed! 🤞

As for me, I've graduated from lifting 3kg dumbbells (6kg in total) to 10kg in total today! I'm hoping to progress to 6kg dumbbells in each hand (12kg altogether) in our next session.

Persistence and consistency in training really do pay off. Slowly but surely, I'm seeing improvements in my strength, and those biceps are beginning to show too. Ooh, I just love 'em muscles! 

You can watch our video on my Facebook Page.

A Mother's Worries Never Graduate

Yesterday, one of my daughters who is studying at university messaged me her exam results. I was so relieved when I saw her result slip. Honestly, I had been secretly preparing myself for the worst-case scenario, fearing that she might have failed or scored poorly in some of her subjects.

This semester, she had been kept busy with competitions, including travelling outstation and overseas, among other commitments.  She missed many classes while prepping for her competitions. Needless to say, her studies had taken a backseat.

But she did it! Her results weren't excellent, but they were good enough for me. I know that if she had put in even 50–60% more effort into her studies, she could have done exceptionally well.

Now, the final exams are coming up soon, and hopefully, she will put in a little more effort this time. I'm not expecting straight As. I'll be more than happy if I see some improvement in her results.

With two more daughters still in university, I reckon I have another four years of worrying about their exam results! And not to mention the fees 😂

I'm constantly reminding myself to chillax, take things as they come and not stress over things that are beyond my control. They will each have their own journey, and somehow, I believe they will find their way and make it through. 

My eldest graduated with First Class Honours, which also helped her secure an exemption from repaying her PTPTN loan. Of course, I do wish the same would happen to my two other daughters, but even if they don't achieve the same results, I'll still be happy as long as they graduate from university.

I guess I just have to lower my expectations a little, manage my worries and learn to be content with whatever results they bring home. After all, if I stress less and they feel less pressured, everyone will be happier! 😂

Throwback pic - Daughter #1 was about 7+ here, #2 about 5+ and #3 about 2+.  🩷

Those Little Lessons in Life

Just as I was about to cut off the clothing label from my gym top today, I suddenly had a flashback to 2019.

Back then, I had bought an expensive red off-shoulder top from H&M for one of my daughters. As she was about to cut off the bunch of labels attached to it, I warned her to be extra careful not to accidentally snip the top itself. I had a bad feeling about it, and guess what? She actually cut a hole in her brand-new top!

And this wasn't the first time my clumsy girl had done something like that. That's precisely why I had warned her beforehand. I was absolutely livid! I had spent close to RM100 on that top, only for her to ruin it through sheer carelessness. I suppose when it's not your own hard-earned money, you don't quite feel the pinch! 😂

Another time, I asked her to help me carry a crate of eggs and specifically warned her not to drop it. Within three seconds of my warning, she dropped the entire crate onto the basement floor! And yes, it happened again on another occasion. This was by far my clumsiest child, and I practically had to teach her how to handle things with extra care, sometimes at the expense of my own wallet!

Then there's another daughter who is just as accident-prone. On numerous occasions, I had warned her to be careful when carrying a bowl of food or a cup filled with drinks, only for her to drop it within seconds of my warning.

But the most 'memorable' incident was when she took a big bottle of blackcurrant cordial out of the fridge and brought it to the dining table to pour herself a drink. Naturally, I reminded her to be careful not to drop it. And wouldn't you know it? She dropped the entire bottle under the dining table almost immediately after my warning!

The sticky, dark purple liquid splashed everywhere like an atomic bomb had gone off, and to make matters worse, it seeped underneath the marble table base and legs. The two of us spent more than an hour cleaning up that absolute disaster!

After all these costly and messy lessons, my girls eventually learned to be more careful when handling things. I suppose experience really is the best teacher, although my wallet and my patience had to pay the price! 😂

And now, as they navigate adulthood, relationships and the big, bad world out there, my warnings have taken on a different form. Instead of reminding them not to drop things, I find myself constantly warning them about red flags, making the wrong choices and getting themselves into situations that could hurt them and make them regret. Of course, I know that much of my advice has fallen on deaf ears. 

But what can a mother do? I can only keep reminding them, advising them and hoping that they will listen. Ultimately, some lessons in life can only be learned through experience, and sometimes, through heartache and pain.

Sometimes, they have to touch the fire themselves before they learn not to get burned. 🥺

New Personal Training Package, New Coach, New Goals

Today, Mum and I started our new personal training package. This time, our PT coach is Faizal, the same coach who conducts our group strength training and Zumba classes.

Apart from strength and fitness training, Faizal also incorporates physical therapy into our one-hour sessions. His approach for Mum is a little different from mine, with more emphasis on physical therapy rather than strength training. After our first session today, Mum was already pleased with the treatment and commented that she felt much lighter. Hopefully, this will help ease some of her chronic aches and discomfort.

Not even 10 minutes into our session, I received a call from one of my daughters in KL. Seeing her name on my phone really gave me a scare because any call from my daughters is almost always something unpleasant. She was struggling with a major decision and needed someone to talk to. What was supposed to be a quick phone call turned into almost an hour-long conversation, and I ended up missing the entire personal training session.

But that's perfectly fine. If talking to her could help ease her worries, clear her doubts and heartaches, and guide her through a difficult crossroads in her life, I would gladly give up the entire PT session – or even a whole night's sleep.

Because that's what mothers do. No matter how old our children are or how far away they live, when they need us, we'll always make time for them. ❤️

After gym, we went to our favorite restaurant, Cheung Kee Porridge, for lunch with my parents and younger brother who just returned to Ipoh from KL.

Pork lard, minced pork with fried egg and sambal rice.

Wanton mee with roasted herbal duck and cha siu set

Fruit rojak with super crispy crackers.

Soft and delicious homemade angku

My Parents' 56th Wedding Anniversary

We celebrated Mum and Dad's 56th wedding anniversary yesterday. They tied the knot on Deepavali day 56 years ago.

My younger brother made a trip back to Ipoh for the celebration. He always makes an effort to come home for birthdays, Parents' Day and anniversaries, despite having a busy schedule filled with work and non-stop travelling. It's lovely that he makes family celebrations a priority.

Mum spent several days preparing and baking a Black Forest cake, which tasted just like those you'd find in a café. It's quite a complicated cake to make, but Mum somehow enjoys taking on baking challenges like this. I guess she has something in common with my second daughter, who also loves a good challenge!

For dinner, we had an Eat-All-You-Can buffet at Exquisite Seafood Restaurant. Mum also invited one of her former students to join us. Mum was only 18 when she taught this student, who was 10 at the time. More than six decades later, they are still in touch! Isn't that amazing? It must be quite something to maintain a teacher-student friendship for so many years.

Every dish we ordered was delicious, and my personal favourite was the super crispy deep-fried fish skin with salted egg yolk. Although it was an unlimited-order buffet, we didn't go overboard because the portions were really generous. In fact, we only ordered one round. We were mindful not to order more than we could finish, as there would be a penalty for food wastage. So we ordered just enough to satisfy our tummies.

56 years of marriage! That's more than five decades of sharing life's sweet and bitter moments, weathering ups and downs, and growing old together. Not every couple gets the opportunity to celebrate such a wonderful milestone.

Wishing Mum and Dad many more happy, healthy and blissful anniversaries together. ❤️ 

You can watch a short video of our celebration on my Facebook Page.

Delicious and Soft Dried Jumbo Figs

One of my favourite desserts these days is dried jumbo figs.

Back in KL, I used to love having häagen-dazs ice cream, cakes and cookies for dessert. The girls' dad loved buying these sweet treats, and of course, the girls loved them too. Actually, I could quite easily live without these sinful desserts, but when temptation is sitting right in front of you, especially when one of your daughters is happily tucking into it, you feel kiasu not to have some yourself! Before you know it, you're digging right in too.

But things are quite different now. Living with my folks, who are both in their 80s, means there are hardly any ice creams, cakes or cookies around the house. They don't really eat these things, so I naturally stopped buying them too.

These days, whenever I crave something sweet, I'll reach for one dried figs or dried prunes instead. They satisfy my sweet tooth without having to indulge in cakes and cookies.

Dried figs are naturally sweet and contain dietary fibre, as well as vitamins and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and vitamin K. Their fibre content supports digestion and helps slow down the absorption of sugar.

I got these jumbo figs from Shopee. They're soft, plump and really nice to eat!

If you're a fan of dried figs, you can check them out here:
https://s.shopee.com.my/4LKXhfYsFh

I got my roasted cashews from the same seller too. Their nuts, seeds, and dried fruits are very fresh and affordable.

Wednesday, 28 October 2026

After our gym session yesterday, Mum and I headed to Bercham food court for lunch, as Mum needed to go to that area to visit Bake With Yen.

She had one last item to buy for her Black Forest cake — preserved cherries with stems! 🍒 The day before, we had visited FOUR shops looking for the exact type of preserved cherries she wanted, but none had them. We even went to AEON to look for fresh cherries, but couldn't find any either.

Mum is very persnickety when it comes to baking. She's a perfectionist, and guess what? My second daughter is exactly the same! Both of them have a passion for baking complicated cakes, and both are super perfectionists when it comes to getting every little detail right. 😂

Coming back to our lunch, it was our first time eating at Bercham food court, and I was pleasantly surprised by how cheap the food was!

My chap fan (economy rice) cost only RM5.50 for THREE dishes — curry lean pork, omelette and lettuce. So cheap leh! And the food was pretty tasty too. The only downside was that the dishes weren't kept warm in a food warmer, so the food was cold. But I'm not fussy when it comes to food, so I was perfectly fine with it. 😁

Mum ordered Vietnamese chicken noodle soup. The soup was very clear and light, just the way she likes it — not too heavy and, I think it was not loaded with MSG as mum didn't complain of being thirsty post-meal. It also came with plenty of shredded chicken and fresh basil leaves. Simple and comforting!

After lunch, we headed to BWY to get the elusive preserved cherries before making two more stops at pharmacies to look for some of Mum's stuff.

And today, the cake-baking mission has officially begun! 🎂 It's still a work in progress, so stay tuned to see how Mum's Black Forest cake turns out 😊

RM5.50 chap fan dishes (no rice). Cheap and nice.

Mum's Vietnamese chicken noodle soup

Tapau-ed 1 portion of roast chicken breast to eat later to meet my minimum protein requirement for the day. Also shared some with my cat.  Only RM6 and comes with pickled cucumber.

DD Food Court, Bercham

Strength Training at 53+ and 80 — And We're Not Stopping Yet!

Mum and I nearly missed our strength training class this morning because she had baking plans! 😂🍰

With her wedding anniversary coming up at the end of this month, Mum had planned to spend today baking a Black Forest cake, which is no easy feat. And instead of letting us buy her one (which would have been so much easier and more convenient), she insisted on baking an authentic one herself. 🍒

Baking is Mum's hobby, and I love how it keeps her mind active. She had spent days researching recipes to find a good one, and yesterday and today, we went to BWY to get all the ingredients she needed.

Thankfully, her plans changed a little, and she told me late last night that she could make it for this morning's strength training class after all.

We missed last week's class because I had to go for my blood test, so I was really looking forward to getting back to our weekly workout together. 🏋️‍♀️💪

As always, I really enjoyed today's class! If only the gym were just a few steps away from our house, I would probably be there every day, trying out all their different classes. Unfortunately, having to drive out sometimes makes me lazy, and I end up opting for the convenience of my home dumbbell workouts instead. 

Now I understand why my youngest daughter goes to Anytime Fitness almost every day. Her gym is conveniently located in the same mall as her skating rink, where she spends time skating daily. Once she's done skating, she simply heads downstairs to the gym for her workout. Talk about killing two birds with one stone!

When your gym is practically right next door to where you already spend your time, it's so much easier to stay consistent with exercise. No need to make a separate trip just to work out! 

Anyway, Mum and I have decided to sign up for another personal training package at the gym, and I'm so looking forward to it! 💪🥰

You can watch our short video on my Facebook Page.

The Only Job With No Retirement Age: Being Mum!

When my girls were newborns, I couldn't wait for them to become toddlers. When they were toddlers, I wished they would hurry up and become teenagers. And when they finally became rebellious teenagers who sometimes broke my heart so badly that I swore I felt like I was going to have a heart attack, I wished they would grow up quickly so I could finally reclaim my freedom. 😂

Little did I realise that even when they became adults, I would still worry about them just as much! My eldest is now 23, my second is 21, and my youngest is 18. I sometimes wish they were already in their 30s, more matured adults who know how to navigate life wisely and make better decisions for themselves. 

I guess no matter how old our children are, a mother's worries never really go away. The things we worry about may change, but the worrying never ends!

I am almost 54, and my mum is already in her 80s, but she still worries about me whenever I get home half an hour to an hour later than usual. The moment she hears my car engine at the porch, she quickly opens the door to greet me and asks, "Why are you so late? I thought something happened to you!"

But hello, Mum! I'm only half an hour to an hour late! 😂😂😂

And then it dawns on me that this is probably what motherhood is all about. No matter how old we get, we will always be someone's little girl.

So I can already imagine myself at 80, with my girls in their 50s. One of them comes home a little later than usual, and there I am, rushing to open the door, breathing a sigh of relief the moment I see her standing outside.

And I can almost hear myself asking, "Why are you so late? I thought something happened to you!" 🤣

Throwback photos of my girls when they were younger, cuter, and still willing to pose for their mum’s camera without rolling their eyes at me or dodging away. 🥺❤️

The girls circa June 2008 when #1 was 5, #2 was 3 and #3 was 2 months old.

The girls with my parents in Melaka circa 2010.

The girls Skyping with their granny (my mum) circa 2011.

Monday, 26 October 2026

This morning, I spent three hours waiting at two different banks. Thanks to the lack of parking in this busy area filled with banks, I had to park quite a distance away from both places and walk to and fro between the banks and the car park.

This is my little ‘job’ that earns me some pocket money without having to report to a boss.😂

Fortunately, it has been raining non-stop in Ipoh for the past two days, so at least the weather wasn't scorching hot or hazy. Walking for a total of half an hour wasn't too bad under these conditions.

But guess what? In my rush to get out of the house, I forgot to put on my sneakers! So there I was, walking around in socks and Crocs. Not exactly the best footwear for a half-hour walk 🤦🏻‍♀️😂

When I finally got home, lunch was already prepared for me. Thank you, Mum and Dad! ❤️

Today's lunch was simple but nutritious — canned sardines in tomato sauce, pressure-cooked chickpeas, steamed sweet potato, and a colourful mix of spiralled cucumber and carrot with fresh lettuce. A high-protein, fibre-rich meal with plenty of nutrients, and filling too!

Speaking of sardines, have you noticed how much attention these little fish have been getting from health and wellness gurus and even doctors lately? They're packed with nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids, protein and calcium (when you eat the soft bones). It's the go-to food if you're trying to bring down your HbA1C.

Looks like my simple lunch deserves a little shout-out today! 😁