“I would like to have your suggestion as to a healthy bread. I had settled on a bread by Ace which had whole wheat flour as the first ingredient and lots of seeds, but it is sooo confusing. What is enriched wheat flour, which is the first ingredient on a lot of breads?” asks Linda […]
Have you watched little ones as they are slathered with sunscreen? Parents are indeed taking heed of safe sun practices when it comes to their youngsters. But simply shunning the sun may be taking its toll. There is a second part to this health strategy that’s often overlooked: getting vitamin D. The sunshine vitamin is […]
In my post Vitamin D- the new superstar , I pointed to the potential far reaching consequences of low vitamin D levels in the blood. While many have been widely promoted, the links between this nutrient and the development of type 2 diabetes have not been getting much attention. And considering we may be heading […]
Finally after a long winter, the sun’s rays feel oh so good. On some days, they actually feel warm on our skin. In spite of how good it feels, at this time of year in northern climates, it still does not translate into vitamin D production. Here’s why: vitamin D is produced by the body […]
In my last post, How to put a stop to your nighttime nibbling, I presented research showing that having a higher protein breakfast can be the route to stopping mindless munching at night. Including an adequate amount of protein at lunch, though, is also key to maintaining high energy levels and decreasing cravings and overeating […]
Are you an endless muncher in the evening? Well, you’re not alone. Many of my clients come to me for help to put an end to their night time nibbling. Among the countless reasons for their snacking, habit is usually number one. Or so they think. My first question following this call for help frequently […]
Enlightened eating doesn’t just magically happen. It does indeed take some effort. But on the other hand, it should not be a Herculean task to get healthy eats on the table. After all, that much stress does not contribute to your well-being. If you simply go with the flow, rather than with a plan, you […]
It’s mid-March and Dietitians of Canada’s National Nutrition Month continues. This year’s theme, Best Food Forward: Plan Shop Cook Enjoy is essentially a plan on grocery shopping. After all, it is the first step in preparing enlightened eats at home. But with life in the fast lane- for example, long work hours or juggling various […]
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