Learn why fiber is an essential dietary component for preventing disease.

Fiber — we know we need it, but even with all the high-fiber foods out there, most people are still deficient.

Are you getting enough fiber?

The modern-day Western diet is highly processed and lacking in fiber, and...

 This is the second in a series highlighting the Micronutrients – the “other” nutrients (other than Carbs, Fats and Proteins, that is).  For last week's article on Antioxidants, see HERE.  Note that Antioxidants are a particular kind of Phytonutrient, that focus...

The word "antioxidant" is one you might hear a lot, maybe from commercials on TV or posters in the supermarket.

But it can be hard to know the difference between marketing and the real benefits.

To get to the bottom of this topic, let's deep dive into five exciting facts about antioxidants and...

Flax seeds are tiny oil seeds that originated in the Middle East thousands of years ago. 

Today they have gained popularity as a health food due to their high content of unique plant compounds, heart-healthy omega-3 fats, and fiber, all of which link to numerous benefits.

With their mild,...

Here's the fourth in the series on culinary spices.  If you missed last week, click HERE.

Cumin is an ancient spice grown in Egypt and the Middle East. It has been found in 4,000-year-old excavations in Syria and in ancient Egypt, where it was used both as a spice and as an element in...

Cinnamon!  Aahh … sweet, aromatic and warming.  A great addition to recipes, including spicy main dishes, fruity desserts, and beverages such as lattes and hot mulled wine. 

(And if you missed the post last week on Ginger, check it out here.)

Cinnamon is a powerful spice...

Continuing the theme of adding herbs and spices to your recipes, this week I’m talking about one of my favourites, Ginger!

And if you missed the post on Turmeric, check it out here.

Ginger is very versatile, and can be used in recipes for both food and beverages.  Both for simply...

Last week I talked about the power of adding herbs and spices to your recipes – for both flavour and also the many health benefits.  Now and for the next couple of weeks, I’ll be zeroing in on some of my favourites.

I’m sure you’ve heard about the healing powers of...

Tired of cooking the same recipes each week?  Wondering if there’s a way to make them more tasty and exciting?

Well, the answer is “Yes!” 

And it’s simple, too.  Have some fun, experiment and add not only flavour, but also nutritional value to your old...

Are you tired of stressing over meal planning and spending too much time in the kitchen?

What if I told you there's a better way?

I have some game-changing hints to make meal planning a breeze and save you tons of time in the kitchen.

With my 7 ingenious meal planning hacks, you'll master your...

I love the smell of freshly ground coffee! 

Although I know not everyone does.

Do you have a morning coffee habit? One that actually continues on later into the afternoon?

Maybe you’ve heard so many conflicting reports, you’re not sure if it’s really a healthy habit or not....

There’s no denying it… plastic has overrun our lives, and not in any way that is good -- neither for the environment, nor for our health.

Plastics are literally everywhere, especially in all aspects of food storage: containers, plastic wrap, zipper bags, straws -- and everything else...