Anna Van Dyken - Feed Me Healthy

Step into the world of Feed Me Healthy by Anna Van Dyken, where a warm welcome awaits you. As an author, WW Ambassador, and a cherished friend to many, I invite you to join me on a journey. Here, the essence of my website goes beyond the mere exploration of recipes and wellness – it’s an invitation into a lifestyle where we celebrate the joy of cooking, the principles of WW, and the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle.

Dive deeper into my website, and you’ll discover a treasure trove of insights, experiences, and, of course, delicious recipes. Each page is a canvas painted with the vibrant colors of culinary delights and the journey toward well-being. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook, a fellow WW enthusiast, or someone seeking a path to a healthier life, there’s a place for you here.

Follow along as I share my personal anecdotes, kitchen adventures, and the profound impact that WW and a wholesome lifestyle have had on my life. This isn’t just a website; it’s a space where we connect, inspire, and uplift one another in our shared pursuit of health and happiness.

So, whether you’re here for the recipes, the WW insights, or simply to be a part of a community that values well-being, consider yourself an integral part of Feed Me Healthy. Together, let’s savor the journey into a world where good food, and wellness.

Many of you are familiar with Sue & The ThermoCouple, but did you realize that she’s now actively engaged in the WW program and is adapting my recipes here along with content from my two books? Additionally, she’s exploring and converting WW’s recipes to Thermomix. Visit her website, follow her on social media to stay informed about all things Coverting & Thermomix.

Dip – Beetroot

Dip – Beetroot

  Dip - Beetroot 1 Tin Chickpeas (Drained)1 Small Garlic Clove (Grated)425 gms Cooked Beetroot1 Tbls Lemon Juice125 gms Philadelphia Extra Light Spreadable Cream Cheese Blend in a mini processor or blender until smooth 6 WW Smart Points for the whole dip...

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Chocolate Raspberry Swiss Roll

Chocolate Raspberry Swiss Roll

Choc Raspberry Swiss Roll Afternoon Tea Special Treat For the Sponge3 eggs1/4 cup caster sugar2 1/2 Tbls Plain flour (sifted)2 tsp icing sugarFor the Filling250 gms Plain Yopro2 Tbls Avalanche Sugar Free Drinking Chocolate1 Tbls Queens Sugar Free Maple Syrup1 cup...

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Salad – Chicken Waldorf

Salad – Chicken Waldorf

Salad - Chicken Waldorf 3 WW Smart Points The only points in this salad is the walnuts 150 gms cooked chicken breast2 medjool Dates chopped1 small red apple sliced2 sticks celery chopped2 Tbls flat leaf parsley chopped4 cherry Tomatoes halved (optional)15 gms...

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Waffles – Apple Pie

Waffles – Apple Pie

  Waffles - Apple Pie Because I enjoyed my apple pancake recipe so much the other day, I took my recipe and made it into a big waffle! Worth it 4 WW Smart Points for the whole plate 3 Tbls self raising flour1 tsp baking powder2 eggs1/2 tsp Cinnamon1/2 cup mashed...

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Poached Apples & Pears In Vanilla & Cinnamon

Poached Apples & Pears In Vanilla & Cinnamon

  Poached Apples & Pears In Vanilla & Cinnamon When you have a sweet craving but want something healthy. Add the fruit over hot oats for breakfast, with custard, or yoghurt as a dessert, or even as a base for apple crumble. Enjoy hot or cold. 4 Pink Lady...

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Cake – Pumpkin Spiced

Cake – Pumpkin Spiced

Pumpkin Spiced Cake or Bread 1 cup pumpkin purée (I made my own by steaming butternut pumpkin)3/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk1 cup date paste *see note at the bottom*2 eggs1/2 tsp baking powder1 tsp bi carb soda2 cups wholemeal plain flour (all purpose flour)2...

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Anna Van Dyken

WW turned my life around. I lost 70 kilograms – that’s an entire person, and half my body weight. I used to be the size of two people, and now I am just one . . .

When I walked into my local WW meeting one Saturday morning in 2012, I weighed almost 143 kilograms. For years I had been eating for emotional comfort, rather than nourishment.

After my beloved sister, Christina, died from a rare type of bone cancer – the same year my son, Ethan, was born – I had turned to food, no longer caring about myself or my health. This is when my weight got completely out of control. I knew I had to change the unhealthy habits that had become part of my daily life, and I left that first WW meeting armed with the knowledge and tools I needed to bring about change, including cookbooks, measuring spoons and kitchen scales.

I already knew how to cook: a happy childhood spent kneading pasta and baking delicious cakes alongside my beautiful Nonna had blessed me with a love of good ingredients and sharing meals. I just needed to learn a different way of cooking; to make it healthy and nourishing, as well as delicious.

 

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I was – and still am – so lucky to have the unwavering support of Rodney, my husband, and Ethan (the light of my life). Initially overwhelmed by the task that lay ahead, I sobbed in Rodney’s arms one night.

He then said the wise words that completely changed my attitude to my weight-loss journey: ‘You can’t change everything at once, Anna. You need to do things little by little.’

I decided to change one habit at a time and aim for achievable 5 kilogram goals. And it worked.

*Attention*

For the people worried about the QR Code scanning of my new book and no SP. Please rest assured it is easy and makes YOUR life so simple.

  • Scan the QR Code on your phone
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If you want, write in pencil the SP in your book – but please remember – PENCIL – WW is forever changing – updating – keeping abreast of everything new and innovative. This book moves with the times!