How to Make a Balanced Smoothie
Smoothies are refreshing, convenient and nutritious meals or snacks on-the-go. One of my favourite things about smoothies are the endless possibilities. Not to mention, they’re a great way to use up the odds and ends left over in your fridge or freezer! To be honest, this is how I came up with my berry beet […]
Nutrition Spotlight: Quinoa
Have you ever tried quinoa? Do you know how to cook it? Did you know that NASA considered quinoa as a desirable food for long-term space flights back in 1993? Well, neither did I! Read on to discover more about this popular food. Over the last few years quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) has become quite popular […]
All About Avocados: How to Choose, Open, Ripen, and Use this Nutrient Packed Fruit!
This nutrient packed creamy fruit, also known as the alligator pear, is an amazing addition to your diet! Read on for tips and tricks for choosing, ripening, opening and using avocados. Avocados are rich in healthy fat, vitamin E and fibre. They can act as “nutrient-boosters” by helping your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins from other foods […]
New Year, New Nutrition
I hope you had a very happy holiday season and a memorable 2016! With the start of the New Year, many of you may be reflecting on what you accomplished in the past year and what you would like to achieve in the upcoming months. I commonly hear from clients that they would like to […]
3 Festive & Healthy Holiday Recipes
Skip the endless baking this holiday season and tempt your friends and family with some healthy treats. Impress your guests by turning everyday ingredients into a festive celebration of food! The following recipes are the perfect addition to a holiday gathering, party, breakfast or potluck. Festive Pitas These trees may be miniature but their nutrient […]
Healthy Holiday Eating
With fresh snow on the ground and decorations aplenty – it’s holiday season, and that means sweets and treats wherever you go! Whether you are walking through the mall, visiting with family and friends or at work – temptation seems to present itself quite frequently this time of year. But, with a little planning and […]
Cold Season Cures
It’s November and you know what that means… cold season is among us! Nothing is worse than catching a bad cold – sore throat, low energy, runny nose and the list goes on. In order to prevent getting sick, it’s important to make sure your body is well prepared to fight off any bugs that […]
Healthy Halloween Treats
With the end of October approaching, Halloween is on most children’s minds. There is excitement around costumes, decorations and the endless amounts of sugar-loaded treats that are to come. Take the opportunity to teach your children that treats come in many different shapes and sizes! These recipes are sure to get your children (and yourself) […]
Pass the Pumpkin Please!
October is finally here which means it is pumpkin season! At this time of year, we find ourselves surrounded by pumpkin-flavoured treats such as pumpkin bread, muffins, cookies, pie and lattes. A lot of the time, these pumpkin treats are filled with added sugars, unhealthy fats and empty calories. Although, pumpkin itself is a healthy […]
Back to School Nutrition
The summer has flown by and it’s now September! The thought that commonly comes along with this month is, what will I pack the kids for lunch this school year?! I’m sure most of you have experienced the packed lunch coming home uneaten or hearing (or not hearing) that it ended up in the garbage […]