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Tag Archives: dinner
Food for Thought – Brain Food
For an afternoon last week, I had a case of Spring Fever and my brain was on loan. Was it the week of unusual warm weather for March or was it brain overload? Whatever it was, I decided to fill up on some known brain foods. My Top 7 Brain Foods include Salmon, Yogurt, Walnuts, Eggs, Quinoa, Sunflower Seeds and Berries. These foods all contain essential nutrients that contribute to proper brain functioning and mood. The Brainwave on Salmon, Yogurt and Walnuts! Salmon: Recent research identifies that the Omega -3 Fatty Acids DHA and EPA (DHA = Docosahexaenoic acid, EPA = Eicosapentaenoic Acid) have a significant role in brain health. The brain’s reliance on DHA and EPA starts early in life … Continue reading
Good Bacteria, Better Digestive Health, Happier You!
More and more people are aware of the food and health relationship. In an online survey of 1,000 adults conducted by the International Food Information Council (IFIC) in March and April 2011, 81% of respondents said they were aware probiotics might be good for the digestive system. In 2009, awareness levels were around 72% for probiotics while in 2007 were just 58%. What is a Probiotic? The word probiotic literally means ‘for life’. According to the WHO (World Health Organization), probiotics are living bacteria which, when consumed in sufficient quantities, have beneficial effects on health. How do Probiotics help Digestive Health? Scientific studies suggest that probiotics may play a major role in digestive health and may also help strengthen our … Continue reading
Summer is Delish!
Summer time is easy living! Along with the lazy, hazy days…fresher, home-grown foods available from local farms, farmers markets and the grocery store. In July, I look forward to picking raspberries at local farm fields, adding peaches and apricots to my favourite recipes and snacking on cherries throughout my day. These raspberry and apricot squares make a great dessert for a BBQ or picnic http://www.foodland.gov.on.ca/english/fruits/apricots/recipes/rasp-apricot-sq.html One of my favourite root vegetable is beets – the strong purple colour makes any meal more interesting. This beet relish is great to have on hand, as it goes well with fish, pork and poultry! http://www.foodland.gov.on.ca/english/vegetables/beets/recipes/quick-beet-relish.html I always encourage people to try new recipes with their old favourites. For example, make an appetizer from … Continue reading
Mindless Eating
As a dietitian, I’m fairly active with all the knowledge and expertise to have reasonable, healthy eating habits, however, I too sometimes get caught up in ‘mindless eating’. What is mindless eating? It is a term Brian Wansink, Ph.D. made famous from the title of his book, Mindless Eating and his research at the Food and Brand Lab at Cornell University. What does it mean to mindlessly eat? Most of us don’t overeat because we’re hungry. We overeat because of boredom, of family and friends, packages and plates, names and numbers, labels and lights, colors and candles, shapes and smells, distractions and distances, cupboards and containers. Wansink’s studies show that the average person makes around 250 decisions about food every … Continue reading
March is Nutrition Month
Each March, Dietitians of Canada (DC) Organize Nutrition Month. The theme for this year is Celebrating Food… from the Field to the Plate! Dietitians are your trusted, qualified experts in food and nutrition. Dietitians can provide tips and techniques to help you with your food choices and preparation techniques. Dietitians can provide solutions on how to cook healthy meals in a timely manner. Dietitians make recommendations based on accurate, reliable information with current research and evidence. Helpful Tips from this year’s campaign Time Management Plan a week’s menu and recipes at once Take time on the weekend or on your day off to prepare and grocery shop Post the menu on your fridge Planned Leftovers Cook extra chicken breast Cut … Continue reading