One of my favorite things is shelled pumpkin seeds, not only for myself but for my boys as well! As the school year goes on and my kids are getting tired of the usual lunch options, it’s great to provide them with a different source of protein that’s easy, healthy and tasty (especially since nuts are not allowed at school). …READ MORE
READ MORERead my comments in the Calgary Herald regarding the recent controversy of vegan diets and health here: CALGARY — A prominent Ottawa-based weight loss expert is taking Alberta Health Services to task for “dissing” vegan diets in a background document the provincial health authority put together in response to a controversial food film. Dr. Yoni…
READ MOREListen to my QR77 Radio Program here: Every Monday at 4:15pm on QR77 Radio join me and Angela Kokott host of Calgary Today with our segment “You are what you eat” to get the goods on healthy eating. If you missed my segments I will be archiving these audio discussions on my blog here. Episode…
READ MOREBean & Cheese Casserole Hearty vegetarian dinner casserole to serve with a grain for balance and extra fibre. Try a whole grain roll or brown rice. Makes 6 servings. What you need: 1 Cup red kidney beans – rinsed 1 Cup navy or black beans – rinsed 2 Cups chickpeas – rinsed 1 Cup canned corn (rinsed and drained)…
READ MOREBy Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. You know that eating more veggies and fruit is good for your health. You have also probably heard that produce can contain pesticide residues and wondered about the safety of these. The debate on choosing organic versus conventionally grown vegetables and fruit can be summarized by examining…
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