Foodie Friday: A hiker’s power food
Appreciation for the outdoors I admit it: I'm a little sad to see my snow sports and equipment go into an early retirement this year. However, there's one activity in particular that I'm more than ...
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Foodie Friday: Something fast and fishy!
Oh, spring! Our transition from winter to summer! Do you find your tastes for foods changing at this time of year? Perhaps that hearty stew doesn't seem so appealing anymore and now you're craving ...
Foodie Friday: Pulses, lycopene and the black bean salsa that ties them all together!
Have you ever tried black bean salsa? Don't be scared away! It's just like normal salsa, but it has black beans in it! It's a deliciously sneaky way to add more fibre, protein and pulses to your di...
Foodie Friday: Quinoa, have you tried it?
So, what is quinoa and what are its benefits? Quinoa (KEEN-wah) is one of those foods that many of us had never heard of just a few years ago but now, we see it everywhere! In talking to people, I ...
Foodie Friday: Make your own take-out!
Planning dinners for the week It's Nutrition Month and this year, we're taking a 100 meal journey. It's all about making small changes and sticking with them one meal at a time. Maybe you've dec...
Nutrition Month week four: Try something new!
So far this Nutrition Month, dietitians Marianne and Rebecca have shared some great tips on: Getting ready for healthy eating changes Choosing quality, nourishing foods Thinking about portio...
Foodie Friday: Make small changes to your portion sizes
Small, healthy changes in eating habits It's Nutrition Month and this year's theme is "Take a 100 Meal Journey: Make Small Changes, One Meal at a Time". It's a great chance to reflect on what small...