Enlightened Eater

May is International Mediterranean Diet Month and this year, it’s a very special celebration as it marks 30 years from when the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid was first released. It’s hard to believe that before that time, this incredibly healthy way of eating had garnered very little attention. Then the Boston-based Oldways, a group dedicated to […]

  “Food safety obsessions” – that’s what a well-known so-called food pundit called it when he suggested on Twitter, that in order to save space in your fridge, eggs can be stored at room temperature. 🚫🧊 Food safety obsessions. Did you know pickles, mustard, ketchup, garlic, and even eggs can live outside the fridge? Save […]

The market for plant-based foods has exploded and the trend shows no sign of slowing down. And it’s not just vegans who are seeking out plant-based products. Many who regularly consume various animal foods are behind the growing popularity of the various plant-based offerings as they aspire to make healthier choices, either for their health […]

There’s something about roasted vegetables that can convert even haters of certain vegetables into vegetable lovers. I have seen it happen repeatedly in my own family. I’ve had family members turn their noses up when offered options like asparagus and Brussels sprouts and seen them become fans. The latest happened when my husband asked for […]

If you made any New Year’s resolutions about healthy eating this year, have you already abandoned them? You’re not alone if when deciding on making changes, you have bitten off more than you can chew. All too often, New Year’s resolutions tend to be about major transformations and when it comes to healthy eating, the […]

While it seems that inflation is slowing down, food prices seem to continue to soar. There are some items, like lettuce, that have had meteoric jumps in price. A package of 3 romaine hearts , for example, can set you back anywhere from $7.99 to a whopping $10.99 at some stores. Restaurant chains are even […]

In Canada, this Monday marks our Thanksgiving Day. If you’re the one preparing much of the delicious eats, you’re not alone if when it comes to food safety, you have turkey and stuffing on your mind. While they’re the obvious culprits when it comes to foodborne illness, there are other potential offenders that could be […]

Today marks the end of the Oldways Whole Grains Council’s Whole Grains Month. Over the past few years, the popularity of whole grains has definitely been on the rise. More and more people are appreciating the depths of the taste and flavors of whole grain products. To many, their health benefits are an added perk. […]