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The concept of a ‘super-food’ is an emerging phenomenon and encompasses foods with an extraordinary nutritional profile along with associated health benefits. Hemp is considered one of the world’s most nutritious plants and definitely a ‘super-food’ you want in your pantry! What is Hemp? Hemp is a tall plant; in fact, the hemp plant can […]

Meal planningcan be a daunting task considering our hectic work schedules, our children’s sports or extracurricular activities and not to mention the parental task of ensuring homework is complete and the kids are to bed at a decent time! Nevertheless, if you (and your family) are looking toeat less processed foods, eatmore fruits and vegetablesin […]

It’s time for the fun game of nutritional comparison! Comparing Peanut Butter (PB) to the popular Italian hazelnut spread Nutella. This topic comes suggested to me by a busy couple in Waterloo seeking dietary guidance for their family. To answer this question, let’s take a look at the ingredient lists for both products and then […]

Contrary to popular belief, our bodies burn slightly more calories adapting to cold temperatures than we do adapting to warm weather. When our bodies produce heat, we burn extra energy aka extra calories. Therefore, in cold environments, our body adapts quickly by stimulating smooth muscle contractions (i.e., shivering) in order to generate heat. Shivering requires […]

Circadian Rhythm: We all have an‘internal clock’which regulates our body’s functioningby usingenvironmental signals. If you find yourself naturally more alert at certain times of the day (10am) and more sluggish at other times, you have experienced your owncircadian rhythm. The problem; however, comes when daily tasks throw off this internal clock. During the summer months, […]

It seems widespread thatomega 3 fatty acidsare beneficial for heart health; however, clients are often concerned about the amount ofmercuryinfishleading to birth defects or learning disabilities. Mercury is atoxic, global contaminate that doesnotbreak down in the environment and can build up in living things.Today’s blog will explore this concern in greater detail and highlight the […]

In my last post I explored the ‘Forgotten Mineral Magnesium’ and the numerous health benefits. Now that you understand the importance of magnesium, let’s explore the best dietary sources to increase your magnesium intake! Percent Daily Value= (% DV) is the percentage of the recommended amount of a vitamin or mineral in your diet. 1. […]

What if I told you that there is a mighty mineral that protects against heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis and stroke? I am referring to a particular mineral that most Canadians are not getting enough of in their diets. This magnificent mineral is magnesium! Today’s blog post is focused on the health benefits associated with magnesium. […]

Garlic the super sulfur. Garlic breath got you down? What if you learned thatfresh garlichas powerfulantioxidantsmaking it a healthy addition to your diet? Garlic for medicinal or cooking purposes datesback over 7,000 years to central Asia. Today, garlic is commonly used in kitchens to addflavour and aroma to our homemade dishes! Research is supporting the […]

Do you find yourself strolling down the grocery aisle, leisurely perusing the ‘Omega 3 Eggs’ food label wondering if this type of ‘functional food’ is worth the extra money? It seems to be widespread knowledge that omega 3 fatty acids are good for us; however, are they truly beneficial in the form of eggs, or […]

In honour ofFood Allergy Awareness month, I will address a very common question. You may have asked yourself,what is the differencebetween afood allergyand afood intolerance? These terms have importantdifferencesand mustnotbe used interchangeably. What is a Food Allergy? Food allergy occurs when the body’simmune systemresponds negatively to a specific food (known as the ‘allergen’). The offending […]

What is the Low FODMAP diet? Well, it’s an emerging, scientifically-proven and effective diet for those suffering withIrritable Bowel Syndrome(IBS). Common symptoms of IBS include: abdominal pain, bloating, cramping, and changes in bowel habits. However, for a long time, the frustration has been that there is usually no clearfood-symptom link. TheLow FODMAP dietoriginated in Australia, […]