Calling All Banana Bread Lovers

Who else experienced one of the coldest weekends this past weekend? We’ve definitely been spoiled with a mild winter this year in Toronto but my oh my were the temperatures ever frigid. Who else also experienced a snow day on Monday? As beautiful as the winter wonderland scenery was, it definitely was a workout trying […]

Have You Used Lactic Acid?

Would you like brighter and younger looking skin? Incorporate lactic acid into your once or twice in your weekly skincare routine. Lactic acid is an acid naturally found in foods. For our skin, it’s a very gentle acid where it can work to dissolve the structure of dead skin cells without causing irritation. As the […]

What Do You Think of Canada’s New Food Guide?

After much anticipation, the new food guide has launched. What do you think? I personally like how the guide uses a plate to show what a balanced meal should look like. With this visual aid, I think the message is clear; it’s the same message I try to convey with clients everyday. Keep it simple. […]

Are Your Hands Constantly Dry Throughout the Winter?

Do you also suffer from constant dry chapped skin on your hands during the winter time? As a Registered Dietitian who is involved in food preparation often, I find I am constantly washing my hands. The winter air is already dry; the skin on my hands crack very easily as a result. What Have I […]

It’s Citrus Season

We may all moan and groan about the winter months; however, now is the perfect time to enjoy citrus fruits. I really do think that fennel and orange go very well together. If you have not tried, here is your opportunity. If you’re willing to take the leap of faith, I have no doubt that […]

Warm Up with a Warm Cup of Caffeine- Free Tea

Who else is in disbelief at how the temperatures have recently dropped? I am always amazed at how our bodies continue to function in the midst of frigid conditions. It’s incredible at how our bodies adapt to conditions which are even colder than our freezers at home. During frigid conditions, we may be gravitated towards […]

Warm Up With a Nice Bowl of Soup

It’s January. It’s the New Year but sometimes, winter gets the best of us. When it’s cold, all we want is something warm and comforting. Often times, individuals think of warm comfort foods as bad food choices but thank goodness, soup is one the “good” list. 🙂 Individuals will often groan at the thought of […]

Don’t Forget A Serving of Prunes Per Day

A New Year may trigger some individuals to create New Year’s Resolutions. Others may continue on a lifelong journey of continuing to maintain a healthy lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle often include a high daily intake of fibre. A daily high fibre intake can lead to better digestion. As it is #skincaresunday, a better digestion can […]

Fresh Start- Why Not Try Beloved Zoodles?

Happy 2019!!! Wishing everyone the very best in 2019. Over the holidays, I am sure we all had many good meals but the truth is, vegetables may not have been top priority. Other dishes were definitely the star. With 365 new days, there’s 365 new changes that can occur. Let’s start by reincorporating vegetables into […]