Here’s a delicious dessert with no added sugar. Be sure to try this as local strawberries come on to the market. If you have never tasted this combination, you are in for a real treat. It’s so simple, yet so good. I remember the first time I tasted it. I had just returned from a […]
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Your Facebook questions answered: What’s the story on stevia and Truvia?
“Rosie, Can you do an article on Stevia and stevia based sugar replacements like Truvia? I am reading conflicting information on the web, between doctors and dietitians believe it? It is hard to tell if the concerns about the GM corn based filler in Truvia are legit, or if its more anti-Monsanto anti-GM hoopla,” asks […]
Your Facebook questions answered: What’s your opinion on different sugars?
“What is your opinion on the difference between white sugar and things like honey, maple syrup and agave?” asks Enlightened Eater Facebook fan Karen Jorgenson Cooper. Karen, your question is one that many people are wondering about. Somehow granulated sugar is put into a different category as far as its nutritional rating. But the fact […]
Your Facebook questions answered: What’s your take on sugar?
“Rosie, what are your thoughts about all these people who are staying away from sugar now… looking for ketchup without sugar, etc… Even thinking that natural sugars are bad. Any thoughts? Besides tuning them out? Or suggesting they keep to the perimeter of the grocery store!”, asks Enlightened Eater Facebook fan Jennifer Burnham. Jennifer, you’re […]
Marinate your grilled fare: Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce
Marinating your meat, poultry and fish, before firing up your grill, can certainly make your fare flavourful. It’s also key to making it more healthful. Marinades containing acids, such as vinegar or lemon juice, along with assorted herbs can decrease the production of harmful compounds such as advanced glycation end products as well as various […]
5 top ways to reduce your AGEs
There’s an unfamiliar culprit lurking on the disease front these days –advanced glycation end products (AGEs). AGEs have been riding under the radar for most people but not so in scientific circles. Researchers have been investigating these substances and the increased risk for a range of diseases in those with diabetes. But more and […]
Want to slow down the ravages of time? Slash your AGEs
Want to slow down the ravages of time? Then it may be time to slash your AGEs. No – we’re not talking about fibbing about your date of birth or plastic surgery to look younger but the lessening of the effects of harmful substances known as AGEs or advanced glycation end products. And according to […]
The Lentil Hunter – Moroccan Lentils & Table Bread
May is Love Your Lentils month, when homegrown lentils are celebrated across the country. Canada is the world’s largest producers of lentils. To celebrate the popular pulse, Canadian Lentils has launched “Lentil Hunter with Chef Michael Smith” a new five-part web series. In the series, Chef Michael Smith, Food Network host, cookbook author, nutrition activist, […]
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