March is Nutrition Month: Unlock the Potential of Food - Plus Recipe
March is nutrition month and this year's theme is Unlocking the Potential of Food. Today we share a little about food's potential to
Foods to Fight the Flu
Winter is nearing an end so we are close to the end of cold and flu season. If you didn't get sick this year yet, consider these last...
Nutrition Claims and Their Meanings
Ever wonder what nutrient claims actually mean? Is "Fat Free" really fat free? Check out the great poster made by one of our volunteers...
What You Need to Know about Natural Health Products
Natural health products are a part of many Canadians’ diets. Whether it be a vitamin or mineral supplement to maintain a well-rounded...
Trying to get Pregnant? Top Three Nutrients to Prepare Your Body for Pregnancy
For many mothers-to-be, pregnancy is all and only about preparing for the newborn: the clothes, the crib, the stroller, the diapers—the...
Vegan? Vegetarian? Here are 7 Nutrients to Watch Out For
Veganism and vegetarianism have been on the rise this past decade. With the increase in social awareness and affordable food options...
Are You Eating Too Much of These Healthy Foods?
Many of us have a general idea of whether a food is healthy or not. Chips are a no-no whereas veggies are good to go. However, many foods...
Serving Sizes: Have you got them right?
How much is enough to eat? Now a days, with portion sizes growing increasingly bigger, it’s hard to tell. This article breaks down how...
Build a Better Smoothie
How to build the best smoothie. Common mistakes and how to avoid them.
What you need to know about Menus and Calorie Lists
Healthy eating is not a simple as choosing lower calorie foods. Making decisions on what to eat based on their energy (calorie) density...
