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- July 11, 2016
Chopped Chef Salad
Created by the Egg Farmers of Canada Shawn Harman – Section Seven Farms, Humboldt, Saskatchewan Makes 6 Servings Prep: 20 min. Cook: 0 min.READ MORE - June 27, 2016
#ThingsNutritionistsLike: Homemade Frozen Yogurt
Our Favourite Things – Celebrating Summer Fruit with Homemade Frozen Yogurt Summer brings out some of the best, ripest, and tastiest fruit of the year. Summer is also a time when we all want to enjoy delicious frozen treats. This is why my favourite thing right now is my Cuisinart Frozen Yogurt Maker. With this small…READ MORE - June 24, 2016
How Stress Can Make Us Overeat And What to Do About It
Stress Can Cause Overeating It is no surprise that the more stressed we get, the worse our nutrition habits become. Stress makes finding the time and energy for meal planning, shopping and cooking harder. Stress and sleep deprivation also trigger physiological changes in our hormones that drastically influence cravings, food preferences and hinder weight…READ MORE - June 10, 2016
Thai Flank Steak Kebobs Recipe
Nutty Nibbles on a Stick Post sponsored by the Peanut Bureau With the traditional Thai flavours of lime, chili and peanuts, this mouth-watering dish will add wow factor to your next barbecue. For tender and tasty bites, slice your meat against the grain and provide ample time for marinating. More great recipes can be found at www.peanutbureau.ca. Prep time: 15…READ MORE - May 23, 2016
Can I Drink Coffee While Pregnant?
Is it safe to drink coffee during pregnancy? The short answer is yes, if you want to, but in smaller amounts. Drinking one to two cups of coffee per day during pregnancy is generally considered safe. The issue with coffee, of course, is the caffeine. Caffeine is a stimulant that is found naturally in coffee,…READ MORE - May 20, 2016
Indian-Spiced Shrimp Kebobs with Peanut Coconut Pesto – Recipe
NUTTY NIBBLES ON A STICK post sponsored by the Peanut Bureau Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with these Indian flavoured kebobs that have a little sweet and a kick of spice. Our take on pesto blends peanuts, coriander and coconut for a dipping sauce that is big on flavour, and better for your budget.…READ MORE - May 6, 2016
Gluten Free Hawaiian Whole Grain Pizza Fingers
Recipe created by Stephanie Clairmont, MHSc, RD at The Clairmont Digestive Clinic courtesy of Udi’s Gluten Free. Find her website here www.stephanieclairmont.com Looking for some lunch box inspiration? These delicious and easy to prepare, gluten free Hawaiian Whole Grain Pizza Fingers are sure to be a back-to-school favourite for both you and your family. Fill…READ MORE - April 25, 2016
Katherine’s Corn Salsa Recipe
Katherine’s Corn Salsa Recipe This recipe is great as part of a finger-food Friday meal theme or for a crowd-pleasing appetizer for family and friends. Recipe courtesy of Katherine Winkler What you need: 3 cups fresh/frozen corn kernels, cooked and cooled 1 large red pepper, diced 1 small red onion, diced 1 stalk celery, diced…READ MORE - April 11, 2016
Our Favourite Things: Freezing Herbs and Ginger Root
Tip: Freeze Herbs I love the taste of fresh herbs but often find I don’t have the right fresh ingredients in the fridge at the right time or can’t use all that I have purchased or grown at once. While frozen herbs won’t work for garnish I’ve found washing, chopping and freezing herbs such as…READ MORE - April 2, 2016
Are organic foods better? Pros and cons of organic food for healthy living
There has never been a time when how food is grown and the type of food you eat has been more heavily debated. Here are some considerations when it comes to addressing some of the most common questions about organic food: article originally published in Calgary Herald What does “organic” actually mean? In Canada, there are…READ MORE Next page
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