No Sugar – Just Flavour Many people don’t realize the amount of sugar and preservatives added to many store-bought salad dressing brands. Just check out the label on your favorite. You may be shocked. The good news is that you can easily craft a homemade version with a few simple ingredients that will store nicely […]
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Roasted veggie goodness Vegetables take on a distinctively rich taste when roasted. I find them to be the best base for cream soups. This Roasted Red Pepper Goat Cheddar soup is high in flavour. With all the rich creaminess, you won’t believe it’s good for you! I like using Great Lakes Goat Dairy mild cheddar for
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Green tea has long been considered one of the world’s healthiest drinks, containing the highest amount of antioxidants of any tea. Made from the unoxidized leaves of the Camellia sinensis bush, green tea is one of the less processed types of tea, therefore containing a high level of antioxidants and beneficial polyphenols. This explains why
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By Sheila BotelhoServes 4-6 Make a classic dish more filling with this creamy Lentil Potato Leek Soup. The lentils add an even creamier texture, making it ideal for lunch or a late dinner. Pair it with an entree or my Zesty Arugula Pear Salad. Along with being low in calories and high in protein, lentils
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If you’re trying to go meatless for one meal each week, you’ll find this dish a tasty stand-in for meatloaf. Protein packed and filled with flavor, people will be coming back for seconds. Serve with a mixed greens salad. Ingredients: 1 tbsp coconut oil, plus extra for greasing 1 onion, chopped 1 leek, chopped 2
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Good Fats If you grew up in the 80’s and early 90’s, you learned to hate all fats. Low-fat or no-fat dairy foods of all kinds made their debut on grocery store shelves. So now, why is everyone saying you should eat more coconut oil? It’s fat, after all. How does coconut oil affect heart
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Warmth & Nourishment This soup is jammed with both robust flavor and nutrients. Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, which makes it a beneficial addition to many recipes. Make a double batch to enjoy for a cozy dinner and a quick lunch the next day. Enjoy with some fresh bread or a side-salad. Ingredients:
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How are you doing? Life is charging forward in spite of uncertainty and ever-changing expectations and guidelines for how to go about your day to day life and work. The times we’re in call for an extra dose of care and grace on ourselves and each other. It’s completely normal to be feeling anxious at
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Mom always said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It’s a time to provide your body with the fuel it needs to get energized for the day ahead. She was so right! Thanks Mom… For many, breakfast is an afterthought and it’s a mad dash to get out the door. If this
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Get your greens There are so many greens to choose from: Spinach, mesclun mix, kale, cabbage. This salad is very quick to prepare and doesn’t involve too much chopping, but it’s very flavorful and a great addition to lunch or dinner. Ingredients: 2 cups swiss chard/baby spinach mix 1/4 cup grape tomatoes 1/4 cup sliced
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Ever been eating so healthy when all of a sudden a big event comes along to derail your efforts? Christmas hits, you’re entertaining out-of-town guests, or you go to and all-inclusive resort… Fortunately there’s a way to curb sugar cravings with healthy treats. It’s fun to celebrate and we all need to ditch routine sometimes. The
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Have you ever caught yourself doing something that you know you shouldn’t do? We’ve all done it. Nothing illegal, just something counter to your goals. You say you’re going to sleep a full 8 hours tonight, but Netflix just loaded a new season of your favourite show and you watch 3 back-to-back episodes instead. As
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Delight Your Tastebuds When peaches are in season, peach crisp is the perfect light dessert. When they’re not in season, flash frozen peaches are a great option. Peaches are filled with vitamins A and C, beta-carotene, lutein, zea-xanthin, and potassium. They are wonderful supporters of heart, skin, and eye health. And they taste delicious! Try this
Ayurveda is a holistic healing practice that began in ancient India over 5,000 years ago. Considered one of the oldest forms of health science, Ayurveda focuses on preventing and relieving disease of the body and mind through self-observation and self-care. You know yourself best. Looking within is the best place to start when seeking to rebalance
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