Month: March 2016
TOP 10: Brunch Recipes
Brunch is a pretty easy go-to party when planning a celebration. It can be as formal or as casual as you like, with a broad spread of morning and afternoon food. Often served buffet style, the ideal brunch menu has savoury dishes, sweet treats, and lots of snacks on the side. We’ve chosen ten easy, […]
Top 5: Tips for Healthy Bowel Movements
Although the subject isn’t very glamorous, we’ve all wondered our bowel movements at one time or another. Having “healthy” bowel movements is something very personal, certain people empty their bowels every day, even several times a day, whereas others feel fine doing so just a few times a week. The quality of bowel movements isn’t […]
Is there a magic diet to help me grow taller?
QUICK ANSWER >>> From youth hockey all the way to the professional level, extra height is advantageous. But getting taller is not 100% in your control.Genetics account for about 80% of your height by dictating when hormones for growth are released. The rest of your height can be achieved by creating a good environment that […]
Duck – Good for your health (and your wallet!)
Duck meat is very popular in Europe and Asia. And it is now becoming easily available here, not only in restaurants but also in most grocery stores. In fact, there are some very good duck farms right here in Quebec. Extremely tasty and easy to prepare, this bird’s meat is low in cholesterol and rich […]
TOP 10 Easter Recipes from Around the Web
Easter is right around the corner and along with welcoming Spring, it brings with it beautiful food full of rich eggs and fresh, floral flavours. Stores are already stocked up with cute chocolate chicks and bunnies for kids and light, delicate cakes for adults. If you’re not sure how to indulge yourself this Easter, don’t […]
TOP 10 Mediterranean Recipes
Mediterranean food spans several countries and cultures, from wonderfully aromatic African spices to the subtle and classic herbaceous French cuisine. There are common threads though: olives, seafood, and bright, bold flavours. Mediterranean recipes tend to be light, often served family-style or as tapas (smaller dishes to be shared and tasted), and make the most out […]
Take Up the Health Challenge 2016 with us !
The Health Challenge campaign invites Quebecers to eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables every day, to get active at least 30 minutes a day, and to take at least one break a day for increased wellness in life. Registration is open at HealthChallenge.ca. To start spring off right, this year the Health […]
Reintroducing FODMAP – Why Do It?
Have you eliminated FODMAPs from your diet, and feel much better? Have you read that it is important to reintroduce them, but ask yourself “Why reintroduce FODMAPs when my symptoms have diminished?”
Change your Dietary Habits, One Day at the Time
Each year since the late 1970’s, in Canada and around the rest of the world, Nutrition Month is celebrated in March. The theme for this year’s campaign in Canada is “Take a 100 Meal Journey – Make Small Changes, One Meal at a Time”. Why 100 meals you ask? It’s approximately the number of meals […]