How to get calcium from a dairy-free diet
How to get calcium from a dairy-free diet Calcium, the most abundant mineral in the body, is vital for building strong bones and teeth but it’s also…
Why you need to double your fibre intake
Why you need to double your fibre intake If you don’t make a point of eating lots of fibre, it’s time to start. According to a recent analysis of…
7 ways to boost your fibre intake
7 ways to boost your fibre intake Boosting your daily fibre intake can help guard against constipation, high cholesterol, weight gain, irritable bowel…
4 vegetables to add to your winter diet
4 vegetables to add to your winter diet You won’t find summer’s bounty of locally-grown, farm fresh vegetables in the produce section of your…
Can a “soup cleanse” help you lose weight?
Can a “soup cleanse” help you lose weight? Soup is the ultimate comfort food on a cold winter day. And it’s a food that, depending on which type you…
This the year to ditch the detox diet
This the year to ditch the detox diet After weeks of overindulging, the claims are enticing: Detoxes and cleanses that promise to purify your body, boost…
Power-up your diet with these 10 foods
Power-up your diet with these 10 foods It's the time of year many people resolve to eat healthfully as a way to energize, slim down and ward off disease.…
Strategies to manage holiday eating
Strategies to manage holiday eating Most of us know that spiked eggnog, mini sausage rolls, turkey stuffing and mincemeat pie aren’t diet foods.…
7 strategies for successful meal planning
7 strategies for successful meal planning If “what’s for dinner?” is a daily question, it’s time to embrace meal planning. A…
Can you eat too much protein?
Can you eat too much protein? Eating enough protein – from foods or supplements – can have many desired effects. A protein-rich diet can help…