Health Canada: It’s time to protect the health of Canadians. Yes, I have a list of complaints about Health Canada and their lack of action on far too many issues: trans fats, sodium and peanut butter, just to name a few. But the matter of what is called whole wheat in this country ranks right […]
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The book Wheat Belly blames wheat for all that ails us but I’m not buying it.
Here we go again. Just when it seemed like the low-carb craze was finally over, a new book called Wheat Belly comes along. While the book looks like a critique of modern day wheat and its impact on our health, it’s simply yet another book that bashes carbs of all sorts – it just comes […]
Yet more reasons to eat blueberries
Summertime offers so many wonderful pleasures and for many people, myself included, blueberries are among those at the top of the list. I could eat them three times a day – prepared differently or just naked. Even plain, these spectacular little colourful berries are definitely a tasty treat. And, as an added bonus, they have […]
What’s the verdict on coconut oil?
Here’s the latest research on this much-hyped oil and whether or not it’s beneficial to your health. Coconut oil: dietary demon or health food? It’s a question that many people are currently pondering. Coconut oil, once considered to be among the most detrimental fats for your heart, has suddenly developed a healthy halo. But what’s […]
Healthy reasons to eat garlic and onions
Forget about saying “hold the onions.” Considering the nutritional perks, you might want to opt for double the onions instead. Research from India, published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry shows that onions and its kissing cousin, garlic, can boost absorption of some minerals like iron and zinc from grain products significantly. That’s […]
Quinoa: Palate-pleasing and disease-fighting
Whole grains are hot. If you haven’t been reaping both their palate-pleasing and disease-fighting attributes assorted whole grains, then it’s a time to make the switch from refined, bland offerings to nutty, flavour-packed options. And if you’re already enjoying them, why not expand your repertoire with some new choices? If quinoa – pronounced keen-wah – […]
The superstar vitamin you should be getting more of
Vitamin E is set to make a big comeback as a powerful protector of your health. But if you’re someone who takes or has taken supplements containing vitamin E, you likely won’t recognize it as it’s not the same old face you may be used to. Tocotrienols, as they’re known, are part of the vitamin […]
Frozen yogurt: Junk in disguise?
Yet another ’80s trend has made a comeback. Frozen yogurt shops continue to open everywhere. If you’re looking for a refreshing snack, it does seem like a wise nutrition option, but it may not be as smart as you think. Your choice could be a minefield of calories and sugar. Yogurt first made its appearance […]
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