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Plant Sterols and Heart Health
What are Plant Sterols? Plant sterols, also referred to as phytosterols are naturally occurring organic compounds found in plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes and unrefined vegetable oils like olive oil and canola oil. How do Plant … Continue reading
February is Heart Month
Every year, the Heart and Stroke Foundation dedicates the month of February as Heart Month. It is used to raise awareness across the country about the serious risks associated with heart disease and stroke. This year’s campaign is titled … Continue reading
The Skinny on Green Tea
I prefer Matcha In the summer of 2010, I attended the IFT (International Food Technologists) conference and trade show in Chicago. At that time, I was introduced to Matcha Green Tea from Japan. Up until that point, I was not … Continue reading
New Year, Healthy Start
Happy New Year! A great time for a healthy start for your food, nutrition and fitness strategy. I’m excited to be launching my new website in the next few weeks! You’ll be able to subscribe directly to my blog. I’ll … Continue reading
Gingerbread
Gingerbread is rich with history and nutrition. History Traced all the way back to the ancient Greeks and Egyptians, gingerbread began its journey being used for ceremonial purposes and medieval festivities. Centuries later, recipes began to shift and traditions began … Continue reading
Food Safety tips for the Holidays
Let The Holiday Food Prep Begin Make food safety your most important ingredient this holiday season! You’ve heard it before, and you will hear it again- wash your hands before touching any foods. This is to keep germs from spreading … Continue reading
Olive Oil
The research suggests virgin olive oil is known for its heart healthy properties including reducing cholesterol. A traditional Mediterranean diet has shown some protection against other chronic diseases by decreasing inflammation. It has been partially attributed to the high intake … Continue reading
Fall Harvest
This is one of my favourite times of year in Ontario. The changing colour of the trees, the many fall fairs and all the farm fresh fruits and veggies! Apples and pears are my favourite fruits. They are great sources … 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 … Continue reading