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Is Applesauce Good for You? Health Benefits & Nutrition

Is Applesauce Good for You? Health Benefits & Nutrition

posted on February 17, 2021
Written by Grace Engels, RDGrace Engels, RD

For thousands of years, varieties of apples have existed and intrigued humans. Legend says the Trojan War began because Paris gave an apple to Aphrodite, who, in turn, got Helen to fall in love with Paris. Some say it was …

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Milk Nutrition and Health Benefits

The Truth About Cow’s Milk: Is It Good for You?

posted on January 25, 2021
Written by Trista Chan, RD, MHScTrista Chan, RD, MHSc

What’s your go-to drink? If you said milk, you’re not alone. Cow’s milk is a popular drink for most North Americans’. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a household that doesn’t carry this beverage. But it wasn’t always this way. How …

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A Guide to Nutritional Yeast

Your Guide to Nutritional Yeast

posted on December 29, 2020
Written by Hayley Harris, RDHayley Harris, RD

You may think “nutritional yeast” sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, but it’s a vegan food that’s loved by vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Nutritional yeast, also known as Nooch, has made its way into many recipes because it …

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How Not to Gain Weight Over Holidays

Healthy Lifestyle Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

posted on December 22, 2020
Written by Grace Engels, RDGrace Engels, RD

Do you worry about your weight during the holiday season? If so, you’re not alone – a whopping 42% of Americans set New Year’s resolutions to lose weight at the beginning of 2020. Chances are, you’ve got some weight-loss (or …

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The Lowdown on the Low-Carb Diet

The Lowdown on the Low-Carb Diet

posted on December 18, 2020
Written by Trista Chan, RD, MHScTrista Chan, RD, MHSc

If you’re reading this, chances are you hear or read about carbohydrates at least once a week. Right? Good, bad, high-carb, low-carb, complex carbs, simple carbs. If you feel overwhelmed, you’re not alone!  There’s so much information about carbohydrates, yet …

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Best Healthy Christmas Treats

Enter the Holidays With a Healthy Mindset and Recipes

posted on December 14, 2020
Written by Trista Chan, RD, MHScTrista Chan, RD, MHSc

Happy Holidays!  Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, it’s the perfect time to rest and spend quality time with loved ones. December can be a time of festivities, family, fun, and, best of all, food. However, it can also …

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Is Coffee Bad for You? Health Benefits and Risks of Coffee

Is Coffee Bad for You? Health Benefits and Risks of Coffee

posted on December 1, 2020
Written by Grace Engels, RDGrace Engels, RD

If you’re like most people, it can be challenging to imagine life without coffee! You might find comfort in having a warm cup in your hands while you read the morning news, or maybe you love dashing to your favorite …

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Bananas Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits

Bananas Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits

posted on November 23, 2020
Written by Trista Chan, RD, MHScTrista Chan, RD, MHSc

After a hectic afternoon of meetings, you finally have time to breathe and grab a convenient, no-brainer snack. Do you reach for chips and cookies? Fair enough – they’re so convenient! But, there’s another option that won’t lead to a …

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Vitamin D: Benefits, Dosage and Sources

Everything You Need to Know About Vitamin D

posted on November 13, 2020
Written by Hayley Harris, RDHayley Harris, RD

Have you noticed the recent spike in Vitamin D’s popularity? You may have read food packages boasting “added vitamin D” or seen stores selling Vitamin D in supplemental form? If so, you might wonder what all the fuss is about …

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Almonds Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits

What You Don’t Know About Almonds May Surprise You

posted on October 12, 2020
Written by Hayley Harris, RDHayley Harris, RD

Almonds are highly nutritious tree-nuts that have been cultivated and enjoyed for thousands of years. They originated in Iran but are now famous worldwide. Egypt’s King Tut even had almonds buried with him in his tomb. Today, this nut is …

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Intermittent Fasting Guide

A Complete Guide to Intermittent Fasting

Intermittent fasting, or IF, is more than the latest weight loss trend, it’s a path to greater health. Practiced throughout history, the benefits of IF extend to the heart, the brain and the body’s metabolic system.  This simple guide to …

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