Your brain is the control centre of your body. It sends messages throughout your body helping you to move, feel and think. Your diet plays a huge role in keeping your brain healthy. Studies have shown the foods we eat can help improve your ability to complete specific mental tasks and support memory and concentration....Read More
Dark, leafy green vegetables are among the most nutrient-dense foods. Although kale is often deemed the king of greens, swiss chard is equally impressive in its nutritional benefits and offers a bit of diversity to your vegetable options. Below are a few of the perks of adding swiss chard to your diet. High Levels of...Read More
As autumn approaches, our Farmer’s Markets and grocery store produce sections begin to fill with a variety vegetables. One of the most nutrient dense vegetables are sweet potatoes. They come in a variety of sizes and colours including orange, white, and purple. Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fibre. The fibre and...Read More
Back to school is often a time of year associated with coughs and sniffles. While infections from colds and flu bugs seem inevitable, there are ways you can strengthen your body’s response to fighting those nasty germs. 1. Eat a diet high in fruits and vegetables Processed, high sugar foods don’t help to build strong...Read More
Nothing symbolizes the return to school like the image of an apple. Apples are one of the most popular fruits and for good reason. They’re exceptionally healthy and have many research-backed benefits. 1. Apples are Nutritious Apples are a source of manganese, copper, and the vitamins A, E, B1, B2, and B6. They are also...Read More
Beets are delicious and easy to add to your diet. What’s more is that they are packed with essential vitamins, minerals and plant compounds. They are low in calories, yet high in important vitamins and minerals making them a nutritional powerhouse. In fact, beets contain a bit of almost all the vitamins and minerals that...Read More
When we think of summer fruits, watermelon is often at the top of the list. Watermelon is delicious and refreshing and it also has many health benefits. Here are 5 health benefits of eating watermelon. 1. Helps You Hydrate – Drinking water is an important way to keep your body hydrated. However, eating foods that...Read More
Cherries are not only one of the healthiest fruits, they also rank as one of the most health protective foods overall. One cup, or about 21 cherries, contains less than 100 calories and 15% of your daily vitamin C needs. While there are several varieties of cherries, there are two ‘classifications’, tart and sweet. Both...Read More
Proper hydration is important for your health. When we don’t consume enough fluids, our bodies are at risk of dehydration. This condition can lead to fatigue, headaches, skin problems, muscle cramps, low blood pressure and rapid heart rate. Experts recommend drinking several glasses of water per day to meet your hydration needs. But while drinking...Read More
Tomatoes are at their seasonal and nutritional peak during the summer months. Including tomatoes and tomato-based products in your diet on a regular basis have been linked to improved skin health and a lower risk of heart disease and cancer. We usually think of tomatoes as being red and medium sized, but they can range...Read More
