Strawberries are a hot item in the Spring time! As their peak season starts, there are a few important health benefits you should be aware of when you are eating this delicious fruit: Strawberries are high in potassium, meaning they…
Mother’s Day is coming up this weekend! In honor of the amazing women in our lives, here are some super easy, sweet treat ideas to help celebrate their day! LEMON COCONUT BLISS BALLS: In a food processor, blend ¼ C…
Happy Cinco de Mayo! We are gearing up to celebrate this weekend with some healthy and delicious Mexican recipes: SPICY GUACAMOLE: In a bowl, add 2-3 mashed organic avocados, 1/3 C chopped organic red onion, 2 tbsp. organic lime juice,…
Now that Spring is in full swing, it’s time to do a little Spring cleaning – for your diet! It’s easy in the cold winter months to eat warm, heavy comfort food meals. But as the temperature rises, it’s time…
Decorating Easter eggs is a highlight of the Easter holiday. But did you know eggs carry a lot of health benefits for us in our diet? Here are a few reasons to eat this tasty and versatile ingredient: Eggs are…
Spring is here! Now that the snow has disappeared and the rain has begun, it is the perfect time to begin planning your at-home garden. If you are a beginner and are looking to grow your own vegetables, here are…
Spring is officially here! Soon we can say so long to the snow and hello to the fresh flowers – and produce! As we head into the new season, there are plenty of new varieties of fruits and vegetables to look forward…
As we wind down from March, which is Nutrition Month, there are so many things to keep in mind for your everyday diet that can help benefit your overall health. Here are just a few basics that you can easily…
What’s your favourite nut? There are so many tasty varieties, it’s hard to choose! Not only do they make a great trail mix, but all of them contain different nutritional benefits: Brazil Nuts – selenium for thyroid, antioxidants for skin,…
As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, it’s time to celebrate everything green! Here are some fruit and vegetable superstars that are not only green, but contain healthy benefits as well: Spinach – liver detoxification, vitamins C, fiber, potassium, B vitamins. Kale…
These days, organic produce and grocery sales are booming, with over 60% of Canadian shoppers currently buying from the organic section. But the question always remains – is it REALLY better to buy organic? There are tons of pros to…
Celery is a very trendy vegetable these days – and for good reason! Most people think of celery as a plain item that’s just an easy snack or the base for a soup, but there is way more to it…
