Kiwis may be small but they certainly pack a mighty nutritional punch. While they were originally known as a Chinese gooseberry, they were first grown commercially in New Zealand. These fuzzy little fruits were then named after New Zealand’s national bird, the kiwi. It’s hard to believe but they only started appearing in most North […]
It’s September and that means it’s time to celebrate Whole Grains Month. And there’s no better time to be adventurous in your whole grain eating. Including barley is a super way to start. All too often, it’s used only in soups but considering its wonderfully chewy texture, surprising versatility and nutritional perks, it’s under-utilized. Barley’s […]
Blueberries offer a potent array of weaponry against a long list of ills including heart disease and stroke, diabetes and cognitive decline. Scientists are now discovering the compounds and mechanisms at work which defend against disease. These berries not only protect endothelial function and boost insulin sensitivity but also act as a prebiotic and […]
Maintaining a healthy endothelium may indeed be the foundation to keeping your arteries in good shape yet it’s a tactic that’s all too frequently left out of the discussion about heart health. Here are 5 smart strategies that may arm your endothelium with weaponry to fight off assaults: • Go for healthy fats Research […]
In my last post, the spotlight was on flaxseed’s potent fibre perks but there’s much so more goodness to this little seed. Flaxseeds appear to offer an arsenal of weaponry in the battle against some common cancers. Numerous studies are showing protective effects of flaxseeds on both the prevention and spread of cancers including breast, […]
Flaxseeds, often relegated as a garnish on breads and rolls, offer a potent arsenal of weapons to fight disease. But all too often, flax is only found on the plates of those whose diets already score top marks for their food choices. Considering the accumulating research on flax it may be time for these little […]
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. […]
Omega-3 fats are definitely a hotbed of research. Scientists are investigating health benefits and disease-fighting properties of these essential fats right through the life cycle from pregnancy to the elderly. From neurological development of the fetus and learning and behaviour of young children to mood disorders in adults, eye health, cardiovascular disease risk and even […]
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