You once had to be involved in science in some way to know the term polyphenol but in the past decade, these compounds have received more and more attention in nutrition circles. Polyphenols are a class of substances, found in plant foods (phytochemicals), that offer a wide range of disease-fighting properties. Name a plant […]
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Why knowing what’s in packaged food matters
Have your say as to what’s in our food Many people believe that the easiest route to healthy eating is to simply avoid any food that’s packaged. But painting all processed food with the same brush can leave you shortchanged on many nutritious eats as there are a host of processed foods offering a wealth […]
Sodium – when you don’t want to be a world leader
There are times when being a world leader puts you in an enviable position but at other times, it’s the last place you want to be. It would appear that Canada is currently in this position right now with the release of a new survey by World Action on Salt and Health (WASH) which […]
5 tips for avoiding winter weight gain
Here we go again. It’s that time of year when energy levels wane while appetites and food cravings gear up for winter. As spring approaches and many people take stock of their weight, all too often, they blame holiday eating as the culprit for any extra pounds accumulated over the winter. But in fact, the […]
This is what bugs me the most about Canada’s new healthy eating strategy
If you live in Canada, you’ve likely heard the news that on October 24, 2016, the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Health, announced that Health Canada is seeking to help Canadians make healthy food choices. The announcement included a number of strategies and areas that will be targeted including: • Revising Canada’s Food Guide […]
Whole Grain Rotini with Smoked Tomatoes, Blue cheese and Sorrel-Infused Oil
In my last post, I offered tips from Barilla Executive Chef Lorenzo Boni on ways to incorporate whole grain pastas with palate-pleasing results. He shared them as part of a cooking demonstration at the recent conference, Whole Grains Away from Home (Whole Grains in Foodservice, the Next Frontier) in Chicago, organized by Oldways and the […]
6 ways to get whole grain pasta love
Are you celebrating World Pasta Day today? It’s an annual event that got its start in Naples almost 20 years ago. Since that time, we’ve seen this traditional food take more than its shares of attacks but on this day, let’s set the record straight. Pasta has been an age-old favourite around the world for […]
Your Facebook questions answered: Are there concerns about arsenic in infants’ rice cereals?
“I recently heard, a few times, that mothers have been advised to avoid rice cereal for infants as a first choice cereal because of arsenic contamination. Any thoughts? My instinct was “Oh, no. One more thing to limit” asks Enlightened Eater Facebook fan, Jennifer Burnham Jennifer, unfortunately what you have been hearing is correct. The […]
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