I had heard meditation was a good idea, so several years ago I decided to give it a try. I was a bit intimidated, and felt I didn’t have much time, so I downloaded a short 15 minute guided meditation audio clip from iTunes. When I closed my eyes, I remember feeling somewhat freaked out by the noisy and relentless chatter of my thoughts that were flashing about everything and anything. …READ MORE
READ MOREThere has been recent media hype regarding cancer risk and processed meats (like deli meat, sausage and bacon) as well as red meat (such as beef, pork and lamb). If you enjoy red meat (as I do), be mindful of your portion sizes and mix up what you eat throughout the week. Include some plant-based proteins, …READ MORE
READ MOREWith so much recent media hype about the concerns about too much sugar, many parents and caregivers are asking questions about Halloween candy. Read this post from the archives that will help you navigate the debate about how much Halloween candy is OK for kids. …READ MORE
READ MOREMakes 4 servings
Time: About 30 minutes
Serve with fresh chopped tomato cilantro salsa and topped with a dollop of sour cream mixed with a splash of fresh squeezed lemon or lime.
Recipe adapted from Mark Bittman, How to Cook Everything
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In our nutrition counselling practice we see a distinct spike in women struggling with their weight for women after 40 years of age. We also see more referrals from physicians for women in perimenopause and after menopause both related to weight concerns as well as common health issues such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, …READ MORE
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Testimonials displayed here have been condensed for length