Fall Cleanse is Coming Soon!
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It’s that time of year again friends!
Fall is a time for new beginnings and letting go of the old patterns and habits that are keeping you stuck. One of the best ways to […]
What the Numbers on the Bathroom Scale Really Mean
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We all know the frustration of working hard to maintain a healthy body weight, only to step on the bathroom scale and see the numbers going in the wrong direction – or not […]
Healthy Fats vs Dangerous Fats
All fat is NOT created equal!
Fat is one of the three critical macronutrients; along with protein and carbohydrates. Some fats are super-health-boosting; and, others are super-health-busting.
Health-building fats support your brain, hormones, immune system, heart […]
Do low carb, high fat diets support weight loss?
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It seems somewhat contradictory to be talking about a diet high in fat when the goal is weight loss.
Is this a crazy concept?
Many people are jumping on the bandwagon of these low carb […]
What to Eat for Healthy Skin
There are so many things that can go wrong with the skin: dryness, redness, blemishes, etc.
Healthy skin is a reflection of internal health. There are many creams and cosmetics to put on top of […]
Heartburn – Can I Help it with Foods and Lifestyle?
The odds are that you or someone you know experiences heartburn. Around half of North American adults experience it at least once per month. Somewhere between 10-20% have it at least once per week! […]
Hummus Detox Style with Spinach + Parsley
Hummus is such a practical dip to have at hand on a weekly basis. It’s filled with fibre, healthy fats, protein, minerals, and vitamins to keep your energy up.
I use it weekly as a […]
Red Wine – Is it really healthy for you, or just hype?
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If you’ve heard that red wine is one of the healthiest of all alcoholic beverages, it’s for good reason.
Thanks to the antioxidants found in the skins of grapes from which it’s made, […]
Everything You Need to Know About Omega-3 Fats
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There’s a lot of talk about healthy fats these days. People are including more fat in their diets and forgetting about the fat-free diet crazes of the past.
You’ve probably heard about omega fats […]
10 Great Hikes Near Vancouver
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One of the reasons that my family and I decided to move out to the West Coast from Toronto, was of course, the amazing nature that we have access to here. Now that […]