Whole Grains 101

Did you ever wonder if the choices that you where making were truly “whole grain”? With more and more grain products being developed, choosing whole grains can be very confusing. …

Picky Eaters

Children with food preferences are often labelled as “picky eaters”. Parents need to be aware that it is normal for children to have food preferences. Toddlers and young children often …

Oatmeal: Not Just for Breakfast

Your memories of oatmeal may include a steaming bowl of brown sugar flecked goodness with cream or maybe a gummy paste you wished you had missed. Regardless of your memory …

Prostate Cancer and Diet

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men. The good news is that about one third of all cancers can be prevented with healthy eating and lifestyle habits. All …

Fresh Peach Raspberry Chocolate Tart

This uncooked pie from Lucy Waverman’s Fast & Fresh Cookbook published by Firefly Books was a big hit. 1 1/2 cups chocolate wafers, crushed (about 30) 375 mL 1/4 cup icing sugar …

Nutrition Therapy and Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) affects the body’s nerves causing them to break down. MS is caused by an immune reaction to the layer of fat surrounding the nerves known as the …

Healthy Food Policy in the Workplace

Are healthy foods available at your workplace? Or are the only choices the high fat, high sugar, high salt foods often sold in vending machines and cafeterias? Many Canadians spend …

Smart Shopping

A wise consumer makes smart choices and spends money carefully when shopping for goods and services. Here are some hints that can help you make smarter purchasing choices: Make a …

Body Image – Tips for the Teens you Know

Body image is how you see your body, and your thoughts, feelings and judgments about what you see. Body image changes over time depending on what is happening around you. …