Our superfood spotlight for this month is ginger! This spicy root is not only a fabulous flavour, but has been used medicinally for over 5000 years in Chinese and Indian Medicine. Let’s have a look at some of the benefits of ginger as well as some yummy gingery recipes.
I often search the list of ‘National Day of..’ to find inspiration for blog recipe themes and this month when I saw this past week was ‘National Peanut Butter Lovers Day’ I knew I had to come up with a list of the BEST peanut buttery recipes because who doesn’t love nut butter?! Besides being protein packed, peanut butter is also a good source of healthy fats and Vitamin E, B3, B6 and Magnesium.
Don’t let the fear of garlic breath stop you from including this powerful superfood in your diet. Whether you’re a garlic lover or not, you’ll want to get in on these amazing bulb benefits. I’ve also included some scrumptious garlicky recipes to make with this superfood.
Read MoreWhat is your definition of ‘healthy food’? This is something that I see has been so wildly misconstrued in today’s supermarket culture. I see time and time again when my patients visit me that there isn’t a very strong understanding of what makes a food healthy or not healthy. This has particularly become an issue as more and more people move to a vegan or plant-based diet. How CAN you tell if the food you’re eating is truly healthy for you?
There is nothing better than a hot breakfast to start off a cold morning. Something to warm you to the core before bundling up and heading out into the day. Something to fuel your adventures. Something to keep you nourished and cozy in the coming hours until lunch. I’ve gathered some tantalizing hot breakfast ideas to keep you warm until Spring!
Eggs seem to be one of those foods that have carried a lot of controversy over the years, so I think it’s time to set the record straight about this popular breakfast food. Infact, eggs are quite the superfood in and of themselves. Let’s have a look at some of the best eggs-benefits and some delicious ways to enjoy them besides your standard scrambled, sunny side up or hard boiled.
How often do you eat cranberries? Once or twice a year with a helping of turkey? The holidays are a time where cranberries get to enter the stage, but today I’d like to put them squarely in the spotlight as the superfood that they are.
Does anything say Fall like cinnamon? This spice that warms the spirit, carries us from pumpkins into gingerbread, and beyond. But did you know that Cinnamon’s power goes beyond flavour?
Read MoreOctober 25th is world pasta day! Pasta seems to be one of those things where you either love it or you don’t, so this one is for all of the pasta lovers out there.
Read MoreWhether you choose to eat a vegetarian diet regularly, have a few vegetarian nights a week, or are just looking for some tasty meals-- I thought I would put together some delicious vegetarian recipes in celebration of this day.
Read MoreYou may have heard buzz over the last couple of years about Manuka honey. What exactly is it? Why the fuss? How should I eat it? I’ve got you covered with the lowdown on this sweet elixir.
It can be easy to throw healthy eating out the window as backyard BBQ rolls into camping, into BBQ, and so on. If you’re potato chipped out, this one’s for you.
You’ve got your boots on, your backpack strapped to your back, and your GPS map loaded… but if you’re like me you’re feeling a little uninspired with what snacks to bring with you on the trail. Here are 7 healthy trail-friendly snacks to fuel your next adventure.
Is there anything that says Summer better than watermelon? Refreshing, sweet, and fun to eat-- melon is a favourite for all ages. But there’s more to watermelon than just a Summer treat. There are a host of beneficial nutrients in watermelon that can also support you in your journey to good health.
The LAST thing I want to do on a hot Summer evening is turn on the oven or stove. As such, my Summer meals include a lot of salads. But before you groan ‘boring’ check out these creative and tantalizing Summer salads I’ve rounded up for you. Packed with the ‘good stuff’ and full of nutrients, fibre, and flavour.
Read MoreAs we have World Chocolate Day coming up on July 7th, I wanted to touch in on why this decadent treat is just so darn delicious, the benefits of the treat as well as share a few indulgent recipes to help you celebrate.
Read MoreNot all fats are created equal, and eating ‘bad’ or poor quality fats can do a number on your health, and is an often overlooked aspect in otherwise healthy diets.
To help you get really excited about eating your greens, here are 9 recipes that are packed with delicious greens.
Spring is the perfect time to get off of the sugar rollercoaster in time for the ease of warm weather. I’ve even roped my husband into detoxing alongside me, because let’s face it, going off sugar-cold turkey can be hard. If you’re finding yourself in the midst of sugar addiction, read on. I’ve put together a list of effective ways to set yourself up to nix the sugar habit with ease.
Read MoreIn the wake of Cinco De Mayo, I’ve been thinking about how many delicious, nourishing, and ‘ready for Summer’ meals originate from Mexico. Seeing as we can’t visit Mexico right now and go right to the source, I was inspired to put together a list of some healthy Mexican-inspired recipes to satisfy the cravings for fun in the sun and guacamole.
