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A lot of baloney

“But just because bologna is unfashionable does not mean that it deserves its bad rap.” says Globe and Mail writer, Wency Leung in an article entitled, “Is the rap against bologna just a bunch of baloney?” She points to Dr. David Richardson, editor of the British Columbia Medical Journal, who states that he grew up […]

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Microgreens: more than just a pretty face

Microgreens are certainly trendy – they’re found increasingly in upscale eateries and food shops everywhere these days.  Much of the appeal of the seedlings of  vegetables and herbs compared to traditional greens, up until now, has been due to the visual and taste sensations they provide. I can still remember when, years ago, David Cohlmeyer, […]

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Splurging on summer fair goodies: using my 10 rule

Later today I am heading to the EX – the Canadian National Exhibition – an annual fair that as a kid and a teenager, I wouldn’t miss for anything in the world. In those days, the midway with its stomach-turning rides and greasy eats held great appeal. During my adult years, I managed to escape […]

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Sensationalism at its finest: the egg-smoking study

For the past week, in my nutrition counselling practice, I have been inundated with questions about the wisdom of eating eggs. Why? As you likely know, eggs have been slammed in the media during the past week as a result of a so-called scientific study from the University of Western Ontario.  The investigation, which was […]

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Whole wheat is still my number one beef with Health Canada

 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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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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