I love the juicy sweetness of mangoes. Whether they’re freshly sliced, blended frozen into a smoothie, or grilled on the BBQ, it’s all good! I’ve even made salads with chunks of mango tossed in with greens and a simple oil and vinegar. But what would a salad taste like drizzled with a mango vinaigrette? Delicious! Try […]
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I love falling asleep to the scent of lavender on my pillow. It’s so soothing, especially while I’m travelling. Other scents like citrus and mint are refreshing. Somehow having a fresh scent around us changes our mood and even our atmosphere.  This may be why the cologne and perfume business is booming. But perfume doesn’t usually
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Sleep deprivation is wreaking havoc on our health globally. People brag about how little sleep they get by on like it’s a badge of honor, but it doesn’t fix the problem of never having enough time. Many of us still feel like we’re always racing and will never catch up. This syndrome even has a
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Warm Kale Quinoa Salad By Sheila BotelhoServes 4 Kale is a hearty green that’s packed with nutrients that boost your health. I love to toss a fist-full of kale into my smoothies or into soups whenever I can. If you find it difficult to eat cold greens during the winter months, consider eating them warm. This
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If you’ve read my blog intro, you’ll know that I grew up in rural Ontario with ready access to lots of fresh, healthy food. Often a snack was a freshly pulled carrot from my Mom’s garden, rinsed under the garden hose. I didn’t often get to ride the kid-food merry-go-round with my friends. Sugary treats
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You can prepare this colourful, nutrition-packed dinner with plenty of time to spare so you can get onto other things. It provides plenty of clean energy for your active day. Feel free to substitute different vegetables according to what’s in your fridge. Get creative! Clean Energy Cashew Veggie Stir Fry Total Time: 25 minutesServes: 4
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Join me on a FREE Webinar to teach you the reasons food may be tripping up your weight loss goals. Weight Loss Made Simple 7 reasons why you’re not getting the results you want. Wednesday May 18th 1pm Eastern Time In this webinar you’ll learn: –How to navigate diet controversies. –How different food groups
Refreshing Hydration I’ve been starting my day with a mug of warm lemon water for several years. What’s the top reason why I love lemon water? It makes me feel SO good! I find it to be a really soothing way to start the day. Lemons are packed with Vitamin C and act as a
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If you like salty treats but are trying to cut down, these baked zucchini beet chips are a crunchy, guilt-free alternative to potato chips. Hello heart-healthy snack! Zucchini is low in calories but high in vitamin C, potassium, and fibre. Beets are filled with phytonutrients and a special ingredient called betaine that protects human cells and
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How To Store A Smoothie Smoothies can be a quick way to get a quick burst of nourishment. Running out of time to prepare your smoothie in the morning? Here’s a quick method to prepare more than one ahead while keeping the nutrition fresh. While they’re simple to make, there’s not always time to assemble
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Dress Up Your Greens Tahini is a creamy paste made from ground sesame seeds. It’s a common ingredient in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes. I’ve found it to be an excellent thickener for sauces and stews, as well as a great base for homemade vinaigrettes, like this one. Ingredients: ½ cup tahini ⅓ cup extra-virgin
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Simple Scratch Cooking The idea of baking bread has always seemed like too much work to me. As a result, I buy the best quality sprouted whole grain bread I can find and freeze it. Still, nothing beats a hunk of fresh bread, right out of the oven, served with a soup or stew. I got
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Nature’s Candy Fruit’s juicy, sweet flavour is a refreshing treat – especially when it’s in season. Unlike processed sugary snacks though, fruit is full of fibre, vitamins, and antioxidants that are building blocks to good health. Some people steer clear of eating too much fruit because they’re concerned about consuming too many calories from sugar. It’s
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This dish is quick & tasty for dinners on-the-go.  If you’re trying to lower your intake of rice or pasta, coleslaw adds variety with lots of crunch.  You also get an antioxidant boost with all the cruciferous extract it contains. Ingredients: 1 tbsp coconut oil ½ yellow onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 600 grams
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