Tuesday Moves How can you put more walking into your day? – Park a little farther away – Walk to get groceries – Take the stairs Walking is a wonderful way to move your body and feel great. When you walk, your body is moving through many different motions which help you move well and...Read More
Considered one of the most nutritious vegetables around, broccoli is packed with numerous vitamins and minerals to help fight cancer, build strong bones, and lower cholesterol. One of broccoli’s biggest advantages is its nutrient content. It’s loaded with a wide array of vitamins, minerals, fibre and other bio-active compounds. Broccoli can be eaten cooked or raw...Read More
Rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, cranberries are second only to blueberries in the nutritional benefits they provide. Cranberries are often sweetened and added to sauces, served as juice or dried and coated in sugar, but they are most nutritious raw. Cranberries are a rich source of the following vitamins and minerals: Vitamin...Read More
Fall is often associated with everything pumpkin and with good reason. Beyond its delicious taste, pumpkin is nutritious and linked to many health benefits. Below are some impressive nutrition and health benefits of pumpkin. Pumpkin’s High Antioxidant Content May Reduce Your Risk of Infections and Some Diseases Free radicals in your body create oxidative...Read More
Cinnamon is a sweet spice that is typically used in baking or sprinkled on lattes. It has a distinct smell and the flavor of cinnamon is because of the compound cinnamaldehyde. Scientists believe that this compound is responsible for most of cinnamon’s powerful effects on health and metabolism. The health benefit of cinnamon best known,...Read More
Maintaining a healthy digestive system is key for ensuring the food we eat is able to be processed properly. While everyone experiences occasional digestive upset symptoms, if they occur regularly, they can cause major disruptions to your life. Fortunately, diet and lifestyle healthy eating practices have a positive impact on your gut health. 1. Eat...Read More
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
