By CBC News, April 26, 2016 There are currently no government programs to monitor sodium levels or track progress Sodium levels remain unchanged or even slightly higher in most of the packaged food groups sold in Canada, say researchers, who are questioning the effectiveness of the current voluntary approach to reducing salt in our food… Continue reading Packaged foods in Canada still too salty
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How To Make Great Granola Every Time
Ingredients: 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 2 to 2 1/2 cups your choice of nuts and seeds* 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon cardamom 1/2 cup oil, such as olive oil 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon liquid sweetener, such as honey or maple syrup 3/4 teaspoon vanilla 3/4 cups dried fruits,… Continue reading How To Make Great Granola Every Time
Daily Habits to Prevent Cancer
Source: Joshua Duvauchelle, April 1, 2016, Alive.com Avoid toxic chemicals from morning to night Cancer is one of the most dreaded words in the English language. But we can do many things throughout the day to reduce our risk of this dread disease. You can incorporate more fruit and veggies into your diet, drink green… Continue reading Daily Habits to Prevent Cancer
Strawberry Oatmeal Breakfast Smoothie
Ingredients: 1 cup soy milk 1/2 cup rolled oats 1 banana, broken into chunks 14 frozen strawberries 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar Directions: In a blender, combine soy milk, oats, banana and strawberries. Add vanilla and sugar if desired. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve. Prep Time: 5 m Serves: 2… Continue reading Strawberry Oatmeal Breakfast Smoothie
What Would Happen if the World Stopped Eating Meat?
Before you carnivores roll your eyes, throw your steak sauce and tell me I’m low in iron just have a read. No one is forcing you to give up meat, but at least have a read and then you can decide for yourself because knowledge is power. Adopting a vegetarian diet could save millions of… Continue reading What Would Happen if the World Stopped Eating Meat?
Kids’ Nutrition
Source: Serenity Aberdour, alive.com How do we make sure their needs are met? Iron, vitamin A, calcium, and magnesium are important nutrients for kids’ health. While we may associate nutrient deficiencies with developing countries, even some Canadian kids aren’t getting enough of these nutrients. By and large, children in Canada are doing well when it… Continue reading Kids’ Nutrition
Kale Lentil Sweet Potato Salad
Ingredients: 1 cup (250 mL) black (beluga) lentils 1 Tbsp (15 mL) extra-virgin olive oil or camelina oil 1 lb (450 g) sweet potato, peeled and shredded 1 large or 2 small bunches curly leaf kale 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 large apple, thinly sliced 1/2 cup (125 mL) dried cherries Dressing:… Continue reading Kale Lentil Sweet Potato Salad
The Scoop on Protein
What, when, why, and how Most of us associate protein with building muscle, but this nutrient has many other health benefits. Discover why protein is so important, and how to know if you’re getting enough. Protein has crucial roles throughout your body: it’s a necessary component of enzymes, it’s key for nutrient transport, and it’s… Continue reading The Scoop on Protein
Field Salad with Snow Peas, Grapes, and Feta
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons white wine vinegar 5 tablespoons fresh orange juice 2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil 2 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 8 cups gourmet salad greens 2 cups snow peas, trimmed and cut lengthwise into thin strips 2 cups seedless red grapes, halved 1/2 cup (2 ounces)… Continue reading Field Salad with Snow Peas, Grapes, and Feta
Chicken Kebabs with Millet Tabbouleh
Ingredients: 1 1/4 lb (560 g) boneless, skinless organic chicken thighs 3 Tbsp (45 mL) extra-virgin olive oil or camelina oil, divided Juice of 1 lemon, divided 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt, divided 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt, divided 3/4 cup (180 mL) millet 1 3/4 cups (435 mL) low-sodium vegetable broth 1 cup (250… Continue reading Chicken Kebabs with Millet Tabbouleh