(NC)—On the topic of nutrition, most us know now that there are good and bad fats. The bad ones are saturates and trans fats that are found in various deep-fried sweet treats and fast foods just waiting to clog the efficient functioning of our arteries. The good fats are derived from certain grains and vegetables [...]

(NC)—Are you looking for a new way to engage your family in healthy eating? This cauliflower popcorn recipe from leading child nutrition organization, Breakfast for Learning, is a fun and healthy twist on the classic. It can be served as a side dish, or even as a new snack at your next movie night. Cauliflower [...]

(NC)—Fresh Canadian mushrooms are a nutrient dense food, and are available year round, making them a great value for your health and your pocketbook. Loads of Vitamins, Minerals & Fibre When it comes to vitamins & minerals, including riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, copper, phosphorus, potassium and selenium, fresh mushrooms make a great choice. A 1/2 cup serving makes an important [...]

(NC)—We have all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But do you knowwhy it is key to overall health? A well–balanced breakfast provides the brain with energy and many key nutrients essential to good health, such as calcium, fibre, and vitamin D. Some foods are naturally rich in these nutrients, such [...]

(NC)—Vitamin D is currently leading the charge to give us better health. Study after study suggests that it can strengthen bones and reduce the risk of ailments, such as colon, prostate and breast cancers. A substance in our skin produces vitamin D when it’s exposed to sunlight—a fascinating fact, but one that spells deficiency in [...]

(NC)—It’s that time of year again, winter, categorized by short days, snow storms, winter tires, and flu season. It’s also the time when produce in your local grocery store is imported from sunny places such as Florida, California and Mexico. There is one item, however, that is never imported and is always fresh—mushrooms. Growing mushrooms [...]

(ARA) – We’re told that drinking water is good for our health. But do we really know why? To get the new year off to a healthy start, here are four reasons why staying hydrated can help you reach your health and lifestyle goals. * Good hydration is as important as good nutrition Did you [...]

(NC)—The crop we know today as canola is actually a made-in-Canada innovation. In the 1970s, Canadian plant breeders developed canola from rapeseed. The latter was grown to produce oils for industrial uses, but the new canola produces oil that is safe and healthy for human consumption (with low levels of saturated fat), and meal beneficial [...]

(ARA) – Egg consumption is on the rise, and not just at Easter. According to the American Egg Board, each American eats about 250 eggs annually – 20 eggs more per person every year than people were eating two decades ago. And there are many ways to enjoy eggs of all kinds of varieties, from [...]

(NC)—Super Bowl Sunday is not just about the game; it’s also about the food. Nachos, wings, subs and pizza are super-loaded with fat, sodium and calories that can leave you to look like a linebacker from your favourite team. Even if you’re not a football fan, pub fare remains a Canadian favourite that will help [...]

(NC)—Some things are just better together, like bread and butter, milk and cookies, and a nutritious breakfast cereal with almonds. It’s not surprising that breakfast – known as the most important meal of the day – is often skipped thanks in large part to chaotic mornings that leave little time for making nutritious meals. But [...]

(ARA) – It was about 60 years ago that processed foods and fast-food outlets started to become mainstays of the American lifestyle. The fast-food culture that developed tended to view eating as an inconvenience, providing basic fuel for the day and not much else. More than half a century later, many Americans are more particular [...]

(NC)—First cultivated in Asia over 1,000 years ago, Shiitake mushrooms were recognized for their ability to enhance youth and vitality. Widely consumed as a food for thousands of years in the East and more recently in the West, today, the Shiitake mushroom’s benefits stretch beyond the kitchen. A natural Shiitake complex has been shown in [...]

(NC)—The cold, winter weather is here and with it comes lots of fun outdoor activities. Whether you’re a snowboarder, cross-country skier or ice-hockey player, one thing is for sure: while you may be having a great time outside with the guys, your skin may not be. Keeping your skin moisturized is important, especially in the [...]

(ARA) – New Year’s Day will spur many people to resolve to follow healthier lifestyles in 2012, but how many will carry through with their pledges? The journey to better health is not as daunting as it may seem. Slight adjustments to your eating, sleeping and exercise habits can have a dramatic impact on your [...]

(ARA) – A new survey from The Dannon Company, conducted by StrategyOne, reveals that Americans are making health-conscious decisions about the foods they eat, with six in 10 saying they have made food purchases driven by health concerns. In particular, 43 percent say they have purchased a food to help their digestive system. “While this [...]

(NC)—Did you know that the soybeans you eat might just be high-tech? More than 60 per cent of the soybeans grown in Canada are enhanced by modern genetic modification. This is good news for farmers, consumers and the environment. Through plant biotechnology, scientists have been able to develop soybeans that are herbicide-tolerant, which help farmers [...]

(NC)—Most of us know that we’re supposed to eat fruits and vegetables. As children, our parents would tell us that if we didn’t eat them, Santa Claus would put us on his naughty list. But why is it really important to eat fruits and vegetables? According to dietician Libby Logan, “Besides tasting awesome, they offer [...]

(NC)—Canadians are eating fewer fruits and vegetables for the first time in a decade, according to a Statistics Canada report released last June. Just 43 per cent of us (aged 12 and older) say they do eat these foods more than five times a day, the optimum quantity recommended by Health Canada. That’s down from [...]

(NC)—Fruit, plus the vitamin C it contains, has been identified as so important to our nutrition. Health Canada recommends “no less than five servings of fruit and vegetables every day.” Simply put, this food group is essential to sustain life. Still, the majority of Canadians don’t eat enough. A recent Statistics Canada report showed that [...]