10 local foods to celebrate on Canada Day
10 local foods to celebrate on Canada Day Perhaps you’re celebrating Canada’s 155th birthday by hiking in one of our nation’s national…
Turkey truth or fiction?
Turkey truth or fiction? For many people, turkey is the main attraction of the holiday meal. And when it comes to nutrition, it’s probably one of the…
Dispelling holiday eating myths
Dispelling holiday eating myths December isn’t usually known for producing hard bodies. But this year, with relaxed pandemic restrictions, holiday…
Do meal kits tick the right nutrition boxes? Maybe not
Do meal kits tick the right nutrition boxes? Maybe not Meal kits like HelloFresh, Chef’s Plate and Good Food help busy people put a tasty meal on the…
Pesco-Med diet + fasting may lower heart disease risk
Pesco-Med diet + fasting may lower heart disease risk A Pesco-Mediterranean diet rich in plants, nuts, whole grains, extra-virgin olive oil, and fish and/or…
Test your holiday nutrition smarts
Test your holiday nutrition smarts The holidays are a time to indulge in shortbread cookies, bite-sized hors d’ouevres, turkey stuffing and perhaps an…
Exercise may prevent the metabolic fallout of overeating
Exercise may prevent the metabolic fallout of overeating Exercise protects fat tissue from changes in inflammation levels and fat metabolism caused by a week…
Enjoying Halloween treats “mindfully” may improve mood
Enjoying Halloween treats “mindfully” may improve mood People who mindfully consume their chocolate treats this Halloween may experience more of a mood…
Food Safety for Holiday Leftovers
Food Safety for Holiday Leftovers The presents are unwrapped, the dishes are done and everyone has had their fill of holiday fare. Perhaps you've even…
Turkey food safety tips
Turkey food safety tips It's turkey time! The approaching holidays are a time to share meals and favourite foods with family and friends and for…