As summer heats up, so do recreational and competitive sports such as running, triathlon, and cycling. What are the top challenges facing athletes during endurance training and competition?
READ MOREPost sponsored by the Peanut Bureau Quick, healthy and completely customizable, this quinoa bowl is a delicious vegetarian option. With crunchy flavours and a tangy Asian-inspired dressing, this one-bowl delight offers a tasty protein boost. Plus, leftovers are delicious the next day! More great recipes can be found at www.peanutbureau.ca.
READ MOREBy Andrea Holwegner BSc, RD Specialty: Fun maker! (and practice director, media expert and professional speaker for conference keynotes and events on health, wellness & productivity). One of my new favorite things is growing micro-greens! While I have been growing a vegetable garden for many years in my backyard, I had never planted micro-greens until…
READ MOREPost sponsored by the Peanut Bureau Kick your snacking up a notch! Inspired by the Mexican heat, these popsicles – or palatas – bring together the classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate, with a spicy kick to your palate. For the little ones, the amount of cayenne pepper can be reduced. More great recipes…
READ MOREKitchen clean-up for those with celiac disease or gluten-sensitivities May is Celiac Awareness Month and for the estimated 1 in 133 Canadians affected by celiac disease as well as the family and friends who support them, understanding how to set up your kitchen for success is critical.
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