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A Registered Dietitian's Personal Collection of Recommendation for Healthy Eating, Great Skin Care and Meal Planning Tips for Busy Families
Category: Recipes
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Who doesn’t LOVE strawberries? California Strawberries are one of my favourite snacks and berries of choice – all year ‘round! Did You Know? A serving of California strawberries (i.e. 8 strawberries at one time) contains more Vitamin C than an orange. Not only are strawberries a great source of Vitamin C but a serving of…
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As warmer weather is upon us, we all are getting excited for grilling season. Have you heard of chimichurri sauce before? This sauce pairs very well with grilled meats but it is also a very versatile sauce and can go with many other foods as well. Chimichurri sauce is the Argentine answer to Italian Pesto. Skin health…
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How excited is everyone as the long weekend nears? With the recent amount of precipitation we have gotten, I know many individuals whose cottage is affected. If you are planning to head up to your cottage and/or a cottage this weekend, make these pancakes. They are protein packed, delicious and simple to make. I find…
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Still scrambling to think of a nice and delicious dessert to make mom on her special day? Think no more. Say hello to the Dark Chocolate Hemp Bark. Not only is it simple to make but it’s also nutritious and delicious for you! 🙂 Hemp seeds are a great source of protein as 3 tablespoons…
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Mother’s Day is coming up. What are your plans? Mother nature still can’t make up her mind; one day, it’s nice and the next, it’s a bit gloomy. Nonetheless, maple syrup season wrapped up not too long ago here in Canada. When individuals think what food items represent Canada, the answers typically include maple syrup…
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Hello May 1st. I know we are wondering where spring is but while mother nature tries to make up her decision as to when she’d like the rain to stop, here’s how we can stay warm. One of my favourite things to have is noodle soup. When it comes to noodles, many individuals (including myself)…
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Inspired by epicurious.com, I decided to put my chopping skills to work as I was intrigued by a slaw based on the Asian pear. If you haven’t had an Asian pear before, you are missing out! It’s so juicy yet it’s very crunchy. Asian pears are usually quite large in size; therefore, I recommend sharing…
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Happy Easter!!!! As we gather around the table surrounded by family and friends, here’s a healthy & simple dish that is sure to please the crowd. Some may argue that cauliflower is just a trendy vegetable as of right now as it is considered a low carbohydrate substitute; however, in my opinion, if this carbohydrate…
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We all know what hallmark holiday is coming up. Whether you are a fan of Valentine’s Day or against it, we may be able to agree on one thing. Chocolates are good anytime! 😉 Some of us may be going out for a delicious meal with our partners; however, there will be some individuals who…
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Who will be watching the big game this weekend? For some individuals, watching football on Sunday is a sacred ritual whereas others, like myself, watch one football game a year (i.e. Superbowl) as it is a great excuse to get together with friends and be in good company. What is Superbowl without tortilla chips and…
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