Just turn on the TV or listen to the radio and you will hear commercials telling you to put down your knife. They go on with advice about your screaming kids needing to eat now and why should they not have to wait for you to cook dinner. The message is clear: Don’t bother yourself […]
Who says you can’t put together homemade baked goods in a flash? It’s March and the annual Dietitians of Canada’s Nutrition Month. “Simply Cook and Enjoy” is the theme this year. So why not get the family involved and whip up some healthy treats? Here’s an old family favourite from my book, The Enlightened Eater’s […]
With winter temperatures showing no sign of warming up, soup is a very comforting addition to the menu. And soup with flaxseeds is even better! Here’s a recipe adapted from CanMar Grain Products Ltd., the producer of the delicious roasted golden flax I mentioned in my last post. Butternut Squash Soup with Golden Roasted Flaxseed […]
Caesar salad is a perennial favourite. But when made in the customary way, it can be loaded with fat. The same goes for commercial croutons which besides not being made with whole grains, may also contain both plenty of fat and sodium. Here’s a lighter option that’s definitely a family favourite. Make it with kale […]
Have you heard of camelina oil? You’re not alone if you have no idea what I am talking about. It’s the new Canadian produced omega-3 rich oil by a group called Three Farmers, and it’s chock full of omega-3 fats. Well, it’s actually not a new oil but just a recent addition to our marketplace. […]
We just don’t enough legumes- chick peas, lentils, kidney beans and the like. When you consider their amazing nutritional perks, it’s something we need to change. They’re prebiotic (promoting the growth of healthy bacteria in our gut), have anti-inflammatory action, are packed with fibre, both the kind that promotes regularity, blood cholesterol lowering and easier […]
A variety of fish, such as salmon, arctic char or halibut, are all delicious with this type of preparation but if you’re looking for maximum anti-inflammatory effects, go for omega-3 rich selections. Add in the onions and you’re getting a powerful anti-inflammatory wallop. l Grilled Fish with Caramelized Onions Serves 4 1 tbsp extra […]
This is comfort food at its best! It’s also a delicious example of how Mediterranean fare incorporates vinegar and all its health perks. Add in the assorted benefits of legumes and this is a one very healthy dish, indeed. The recipe does make quite a few servings so be sure to freeze a few portions […]
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