“Can you please provide some tips and strategies for families with active children – feeding them pre and post workout, making sure they have quick nutritious choices for after school and before practice or other activities?” requests Enlightened Eater Facebook fan, Sophia Verzosa. Sophia, providing healthy eats for active kids can definitely be a challenge […]
Considering the health perks of watermelon (and the size of some), I don’t think you can have too many watermelon recipes. Here’s another tasty one, courtesy of the National Watermelon Promotion Board, to add to your repertoire. Watermelon Feta Bruschetta 2 cups diced watermelon 1 cup feta cheese, cut into fine diced cubes 2 tablespoons […]
Maintaining insulin sensitivity is key to promoting good health. In my last post, I pointed to elevated insulin levels being a major culprit in disease development. Lifestyle – both enlightened eating and active living – can play a major role in keeping insulin readings in check. In addition, accumulating research shows that low blood levels […]
If your herb garden is overflowing like mine is, here’s a delicious pasta salad to showcase your bounty. Unlike prepared pasta salads you may purchase, this one won’t send your fat counts soaring. Greek Pasta Salad Serves 4 1/4 pound short whole wheat pasta (fusilli, penne or macaroni) 125 g Dressing: 1/2 cup (125 mL) […]
Fried chicken is definitely a picnic favourite but when you look at the ingredients and how it’s made, it’s easy to see why it may not make the grade as a nutrition smart dish. Obviously at totals can soar in fried foods but also in dishes where the chicken skin can’t easily be removed. Add […]
“Freshness wrapped up. Try our new Signature McWrap®. With 100% seasoned chicken breast (grilled or crispy) and crisp, fresh veggies all wrapped up in a soft whole wheat tortilla, it’s a breakthrough way to think about lunch.” That’s how McDonalds describes their newest offerings, the Signature McWraps. It’s a perfect example of health washing – […]
“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 […]
Are you enjoying carbs at dinner or are you steering clear? Research shows that if you’re practicing girth control, having carbs at night can offer an assortment of health perks. And here’s a very tasty way to have them. This simple recipe is adapted from my book The Enlightened Eater’s Whole Foods Guide (Viking Canada). […]
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