The debate surrounding genetically modified organisms (GMO) is an impassioned one. This high-tech food production method, which occurs when genes are modified by scientists, is the topic of heated discussion, and there is a significant amount of research already conducted, and currently being conducted, attempting to prove and disprove its safety. Those in favor of […]
Eat your veggies! We’ve heard that line since we were little kids. Your parents may have even withheld dessert until you finished all of the green stuff on your plate (did you toss your Brussels sprouts to the dog under the table too?). It seems even as adults, many of us struggle to get the […]
When struggling to conceive, our first thoughts are often of sophisticated diagnostic testing, strong medications, high-tech medical treatments and a lot of dollar signs. But fertility, in its essence, really comes down to a healthy reproductive system, and that can be developed and supported through certain vitamins, minerals and nutrients. After decades of medical research […]
Between coconut oil, coconut milk, and coconut water, it seems the world is going nuts for coconuts … and rightfully so! In general, coconut products are packed with powerful nutrients that benefit the body in many ways. As more and more research confirm their benefits, it seems more and more people are eager to stock […]
Eating solo doesn’t have to mean a bowl of cereal, microwave ready meals or a date with the takeout menu! And it doesn’t have to mean slaving away in the kitchen for hours or inviting people over to eat the leftovers either. Don’t be afraid of cooking for one – you can treat yourself to […]
Beans, beans, they’re good for your heart, the more you eat, the more you… Most of us learnt at an early age that beans were heart-healthy foods. Unlike a lot of other health myths we hear during childhood, this is not an old wives’ tale, and they are, in fact, one of the most beneficial […]
Got Milk? Chances are the answer to this popular slogan is yes (and plenty of it). Ever since you were a little kid, did your mom tell you to drink cow’s milk to help you grow strong bones and teeth? Did she tell you it’s a great source of calcium and vitamin D? While many […]
Limes are often overlooked in a world full of lemons, but the little green fruits have just as much merit as their larger yellow cousins, and offer something a little different within the citrus family. Recipes that call for lemons can almost always be substituted for limes, and vice versa, although substituting will make the […]
A few months ago, I advised my dad to start an autoimmune protocol. As part of that protocol, I also told him that he would benefit from taking supplements that would boost his body’s innate detox mechanisms. One of the supplements was diatomaceous earth – when my dad saw me mixing the whitish powder in […]
We constantly hear about how dangerous high blood pressure is, but what do we know about low blood pressure? Surely we want to strive for low blood pressure and a low resting heart rate like we hear professional athletes have? Well, the answer to that is, ‘yes, and no’. While it is healthy to have […]
For many healthy eaters, granola is viewed as the ultimate go-to breakfast food. It tastes great drenched in almond milk or sprinkled on top of some yogurt. Then, of course, there are those ooey-gooey granola bars that many people stuff in their purse or briefcase for a “healthy” grab-and-go snack. While there’s no denying granola is […]
It’s probably not something that you think about often (if ever), but it’s important to keep inflammation in your body at bay. Did you know that chronic inflammation is at the root of almost all diseases? You may be surprised to hear that chronic inflammation has been linked to arthritis, heart disease, high blood pressure, […]
