As I write this post, I’m noshing on one of my favourite Halloween treats… and it’s not candy! There’s only one time of year when I buy pumpkins, so at Halloween I always make roasted pumpkin seeds. They’re a delicious – and healthy – savoury snack. If you’ve ever wondered how to make them (psst… it’s super easy!), read … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk Heart Health
We often take our health for granted, until we have a scare. That's why, when a family member was diagnosed with high cholesterol a few years ago, I was shocked. They were under the age of 40, not overweight, walked a fair bit and played recreational sports twice a week. It didn't make sense to me. Then I started doing a bit of research and found … [Read more...]
Food Fiction
I came across an article on a Mom blog today that concerned me. It was a sponsored post for a snack item that, although described as "nutritious fuel" for kids, is clearly a treat. ("Chocolate-filled" doesn't make me think "nutritious"... you?) The dip recipe that accompanied it contained an entire container of Cool Whip Light. (This, alone, … [Read more...]