Healthy benefits of our favourite fall ingredients and Thanksgiving ideas

 Autumn is the traditional harvest period in Canada, so lets look at the various foods that we can eat and enjoy throughout this season. This week we are looking at foods such as apples, Brussel sprouts and pumpkins and how to incorporate them into your diet. These foods are warm and sooth our soul as

Millet – not just for the birds!

 Above: A little-known grain, millet is a healthy alternative to rice.  In North America millet is mainly used for bird food and is not something people eat very often, if at all. But, there are many health benefits that can be gained by including this amazing little grain in your diet. It's

The beauty of seasonal and fresh raw vegetables

 Above: Locally grown vegetables are available from farmer's markets across Ottawa. (PHOTO: ROCHON GARDENS) As we make our way through the summer heat, no one really what to spend time in a hot kitchen, so this is a time of year when our family eats more and more salads and

The vital role protein plays in the health of your body

 During this time when a lot of us are spending more time at home, I have noticed that people are paying more attention to what they are eating and are often looking to improve their nutrition, as we know more and more that nutrition has a huge impact on our

From pantry to table

 During these uncertain times, we are doing our best to keep our families safe and healthy. In just a few short weeks, we have adapted how we go grocery shopping. I think most of us are not going to the grocery store as often as we normally would, or we

Boosting your children’s immunity

 With the world we are living in today it is more important than ever before, that we really start to look after ourselves, not just by staying home but by improving what we eat. If you think about it, no athlete will go into a competition without some sort of

Boosting the immunity of the elderly

 If you or family member have a vulnerable immune system this article is for you. We will be looking at the various ways in which our immune system protects us and how we can very simply support it through lifestyle and nutritional changes. Due to the current circumstances, we hear a

Eating for hydration 

 During the winter months there is a strong tendency to forget about being well hydrated, it is something we think of more during the hot summer months. This week, I will be looking at the ways we lose fluids as well as some subtle signs and symptoms which can be as a result of

Understanding Insulin Resistance

 Insulin is often referred to as the fat hormone. Eating, for our early ancestors, was not necessarily a daily occurrence as such their bodies had to store energy as fat to sustain themselves during periods where food was scarce. Insulin acts like a key that allows the energy from food

It’s all about the veg!

 We’ve all read the articles and heard the news that it is better for our health and well-being, to increase our intake of fresh vegetables. However, do you find that this often feels like just yet another thing you must add to your to-do list? So, here are my few

Sleepy evening snacks

 Let’s talk about sleep first of all. Here are just a few facts to think about: a) sleeping less the 6.5 hours a night could potentially increase body fat by 8.5 per cent, b) the World Health Organization has declared that shift work is a likely carcinogen and considers the