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July 1, 2020

All About Protein

Proteins perform vital roles throughout our body, so it’s important to consume enough of them from a variety of sources each day.

June 14, 2020

Chocolate Peanut Banana Bites

This is one of my favourite snacks for when I’m craving something sweet. This combination of bananas with salty peanuts, covered in dark chocolate will be approved by all with a sweet tooth.

May 26, 2020

Sweet Potato Chips

Chips? Yum! Sweet potato fries? Yum! These sweet potato chips are a “best of both worlds” situation and are easy to make and enjoy at home.

May 3, 2020

Porridge or oatmeal is one of the most common breakfast dishes and for good reason. What better way to start the day than with a warm comforting bowl of oats with delicious toppings. Oatmeal can be made into a sweet or savoury dish.

April 27, 2020

Zucchini Cheese Fritters

This is a delicious way to incorporate more vegetables at breakfast, or any meal of the day. Zucchinis have quite a mild taste and pair well with the creamy and salty cheese in this recipe. You can top these fritters with plain Greek yogurt or use them as a base for your favorite protein!

April 25, 2020

Kefir Crêpes

These are quite different from the traditional American-style pancakes or French crepes. This is a take on a popular crepe-like dish from Russia, called blini. They are much thinner and wider, with many tiny holes that make them soft and chewy.

April 23, 2020

Berry Oat Crisp

Who doesn’t love dessert for breakfast? This Berry Oat Crisp has a warm, juicy, fruity filling topped with a layer of crispy oats with an incredible nutty flavor.

April 22, 2020

Chia Seed Jam

This chia seed jam is a quick and easy homemade substitute for store-bought jam, and is packed with health-promoting nutrients. Chia seeds have an incredible ability to absorb liquid and form a gel, which allows us to achieve that yummy jam-like texture.

April 21, 2020

Vegetable Frittata Muffins

Ever feel like breakfast is too rushed or there’s not enough time to make something before you have to head out the door? These vegetable frittata muffins are one of my favourite to-go breakfasts. They can be made ahead of time and are easy to reheat and take with you, or reheat once at work.

October 31, 2019

Fibre Fundamentals

Fibre is a highly underrated nutrient. There is a wealth of evidence supporting the tremendous health benefits of eating more fibre, including the prevention of many chronic diseases. Unfortunately, many people fall short of consuming enough of this important nutrient.

September 5, 2019

7 Nutrients of Concern on a Vegan Diet

Plant-based diets are rich in nutrients that promote health and reduce risk of chronic diseases. If you choose to limit or avoid animal products completely and follow a vegan diet, your diet may require a little extra attention to ensure you are getting all of the nutrients you need for your health.

February 21, 2019

Are you getting enough Calcium and Vitamin D?

With the update of Canada’s food guide, we need to pay closer attention to our daily food choices to ensure we are meeting our calcium and vitamin D needs.