Hormones are powerful chemical messengers that reach every cell, tissue, and organ through our body. Having even slightly too much or too little of certain hormones can have drastic impacts on our body and mind. These fluctuations can be caused by many things. Simply having an unhealthy diet or poor sleep can be enough to […]
Metabolic Health – 5 Measures
Have you been hearing more lately about metabolic health? Or maybe you have heard about metabolic syndrome? You may be wondering what on earth metabolic health actually is and if it is something you even need to concern yourself with. What is Metabolic Health? First, let’s be clear that metabolism and metabolic health are two […]
Amazing Sourdough
Let’s talk about bread, specifically sourdough. Have you been encouraged to stop eating carbohydrates? Do you think it will help you lose weight? Or worse, are you convinced that carbohydrates, especially grains, are bad for you? It is a shame that such misinformation circulates and so many people are confused about this important food group. […]
Butternut Squash Lentil Stew
Butternut Squash Stew – the ultimate comfort food Typically, comfort food is something that brings us sense of coziness or nostalgic memories or some level of emotional satisfaction. Unfortunately, most comfort foods are not great for your overall health and wellness. That might be okay for the occasional indulgence, but if you live in a […]
Kale & Pomegranate Salad
I love this kale salad, especially around the holiday season. It is so flavourful and decadent that it feels like a treat. Yet it packs a powerhouse of nutrition. The perfect combo to keep things in balance over the holidays! Kale You may already know that kale is fat-free, sugar-free, cholesterol-free and very low in […]