Can Comfort Foods Be Nutritious? Discover 2024’s Nutritious Twists

 Comfort food evokes a sense of home, warmth, and satisfaction. These are the foods that have the uncanny ability to not only fill our stomachs but also our souls. However, the traditional comfort food repertoire often comes heavily loaded with calories, saturated fats, and sugars that can throw a wrench

Organic is the key: 7 vegetables you can grow in your home garden

 Nothing compares to the simple joy of harvesting vegetables directly from your home garden. Though maintaining them may require effort from time to time, the process doesn’t have to be as laborious as it appears when especially when you love doing it. By planting the right seeds at the perfect

3 simple ways to improving your blood sugar levels

 Our bodies are constantly requiring energy to function, our main of energy coming from carbohydrates (sugars). We often hear people talking about needing a sugar ‘boost’ or ‘rush’ when they might be tired or about to tackle a difficult and long project. However, what if instead of having that burst of energy followed by

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

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

Time-saving cooking tips for healthy meals

 Between work, family commitments and taking time to relax from it all, it can be hard to find the time to cook healthy meals. But don't reach for the takeout flyer just yet — use these simple tips to prepare wholesome dishes in no time. Chop extra fruit and vegetables. Weeknight

Recipe Roundup: Whole30 Dishes

 For many, winter is all about cleansing, goal-setting, and re-evaluation, especially when it comes to food choices. The Whole30 program in particular has become a popular choice for those wanting to begin the new year with a nutritional reset. The plan, designed by Melissa Hartwig back in 2009, is a

7 simple swaps to incorporate plant-based eating into your diet

 As one of the top food trends, everyone is talking about the power of plant-based eating—but putting it into practice can seem daunting. Choosing a plant-based diet isn't necessarily an overnight switch, nor does it have to mean a complete diet overhaul. We've simplified the pressures of doing the plant-based

Health Champions Gather at Glashan for ‘Healthy Me Week’ Launch

 All photos by Eric Murphy.  An alligator, a vegetable man, YTV’s Carlos Bustamante and Environment Minister Catherine McKenna met up in Glashan Public School this morning to launch Canada’s fifth Healthy Me Week. The week is a call for children and parents across Canada to step up their health routine.

Healthy Food Choices This Holiday Season

 The holiday season is upon us. Special gatherings with family, friends, and plenty of food are in order. But if you are trying to watch your waistline, or simply want to make healthier choices this holiday season, here are 6 tips to make sure you have a great time without

Smoking Meat is Smokin’ Hot!

 Photo courtesy of Weber We are heading into the long weekend, which means one thing: it’s time to get grilling! Why not change it up this long weekend and try smoking your meat on the grill? Weber's SmokersIf you own a smoker you are likely one of 59% of Canadian grillers

The Beauty of Vitamin C

 I recently discovered Nip/Tuck on Netflix! Aside from the very dramatic life stories of two plastic surgeons, I found myself fascinated by the insane amount of cosmetic surgery depicted in each episode. Women over 40 requesting facelifts for a more youthful appearance made sense: cosmetic plastic surgery can reduce signs

Most Canadians don’t understand food nutrition labels

 By John Millar and Mélanie Meloche-Holubowski  How Simplifying and Standardizing Food Labels Can Help With Better Food Choices As January comes to an end, those who vowed to eat better in 2015 have probably already given up. Not very surprising, considering that most people grossly underestimate the amount of calories they

Udi’s Kid Friendly Turkey Quinoa Meatball Hoagie

 Recipe courtesy of Udi's Gluten Free. This kid-approved meal is a hit with people of all ages. Kids love the meatballs with tomato sauce and cheese – healthy items, like quinoa and mushrooms, get parents’ nutritional stamp of approval. Serves 6 Ingredients: 6 Udi’s Classic Hot Dog Buns      

Healthy Bibimbap Rice Bowl

 Bibimbap is a traditional Korean dish that means mixed rice. Its rise in popularity might be its simplicity and flavourful kick in every mouthful. What could be easier, or more fun, than tossing vegetables, protein and rice in a bowl, crowning with an egg and then stirring together all the

Spicy Tex-Mex, Meat Loaf and Grilled Veggies

 My family loves meatloaf dinner nights. This time, I decided we need a change from just regular meatloaf, so I spiced it up with some flavorful seasoning and half an apple to tame the spices and give it a moist sweet taste. The best part is if you make a