Wow! Wouldn’t this be incredible – all these benefits in just one supplement? Incredible is right. Incredible as in not believable yet this commercial regularly airs on TV. Obviously ...
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Roasted Cauliflower with Chickpeas and Pomegranate
Roasted cauliflower is indeed a favourite in many homes these days. Garnish ...
Thai Pumpkin Soup with Spiced Pumpkin Seeds
While tonight may be Halloween, don’t let it be the end of ...
Summer gardens’ last hurrah: Tomato and Roasted Garlic Farro
While you may be loving all that autumn has to offer – ...
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Do you know about the vitamin D-sunlight and gut connection?
It’s not uncommon for many people to say that they suffer assorted symptoms, such as lethargy and depression, as the days get shorter but new research shows that the lack of sunlight affects so much more. There appears to be a connection between skin exposure to UVB light and the microbiome – that mix of […]
It’s time to stop smearing canola oil’s reputation
Everywhere we turn these days we hear about so-called fake news. Well, food myths are certainly no exception. One example that abounds are those dealing with canola oil. Questions about its safety stream in on a regular basis from my readers. The rumours simply won’t go away. It’s high time to restore the reputation of […]
Are you suffering from nutritional whiplash?
Do you feel like you are suffering from whiplash when it comes to nutrition recommendations? If so, you’re not alone. It seems like every other week we hear contradictory information about what we should put on our plates. A few weeks ago, plant-based meat alternatives were dominating nutrition news. Nutrition types like myself were stating […]
The 30-Minute Heart Healthy Cookbook: Delicious Recipes for Easy, Low-Sodium Meals – Crunchy Peanut Fried Rice
Today’s a big day for Calgary dietitian, Cheryl Strachan, RD. Her new book, The 30-Minute Heart Healthy Cookbook: Delicious Recipes for Easy, Low-Sodium Meals, published by Rockridge Press, is being released for sale. Cheryl is a registered dietitian specializing in cardiac nutrition. She says “I am on a mission to share my love for delicious, […]
Our kids need help!
At first glance, you might think that these store shelves are already stocked for Halloween but you would be wrong. This is “So ready for school” Canadian style. Really? Is this what kids need to see as they stock up on school supplies. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not saying […]
Your questions answered – pea protein, whey protein & whole foods
Q: “Do you think pea based protein is superior to whey protein? If so, why?” asks Enlightened Eater reader, Ange D’Andre. A: Ange, whether one is superior to the other really depends on what you’re looking for in a protein powder. Pea protein would be a better option for someone who is looking for […]
Watermelon and Bulgur Wheat Salad
Over the years, as its nutritional profile has risen, watermelon has definitely made the leap from simply being served as a refreshing snack or a light dessert to the savoury part of meals. Here’s a change of pace which includes whole grains- offerings which we tend to fall short on. This salad, adapted from Watermelon.org, […]
Come on Kraft. Are you for real?
Not that long ago, I wrote about Andrew Scheer and his laments about his picky eater son. But then I saw this commercial by Kraft and I had to ask: just what is going on? This commercial brought up so many different issues from parenting styles and picky eaters to what is wrong with food […]
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