Tag Archives: Stroke

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 […]

Continue Reading

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 […]

Continue Reading

DASH: The simplest diet plan ever for healthy eating

Forget complicated programs, DASH is easy and provides a wealth of benefits. Does your head spin when you try to figure out where you stand on your nutrient scores – are you getting enough calcium, potassium or folate, for example? Turns out you don’t have to sweat the small stuff. Research is increasingly showing that […]

Continue Reading

Magnesium: The underrated disease-fighting nutrient

A seldom-mentioned nutrient that plays a role in maintaining healthy blood pressure readings, reduces risk of diabetes and stroke and increases overall health When it comes to minerals, sodium and calcium are among the top headline-grabbing nutrients. Just ask anyone about them and chances are they’ll know a fact or two about these particular minerals. […]

Continue Reading