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Heading to a Carnival? Enjoy the Food & Find Your Balance!

Heading to a Carnival? Enjoy the Food & Find Your Balance!
Heading to a Carnival? Enjoy the Food & Find Your Balance! Carnival season means rides, games, friends—and plenty of fun foods! Cotton candy, f...

High Cholesterol? Nutrition Can Help!

High Cholesterol? Nutrition Can Help!
High Cholesterol? Nutrition Can Help! Have you been told your cholesterol is high? Nutrition and lifestyle changes can play an important role in su...

Monday Meal Planning: Start Your Week Strong!

Monday Meal Planning: Start Your Week Strong!
Monday Meal Planning: Start Your Week Strong! A busy week can make healthy eating more challenging. Taking a little time on Monday to plan your mea...

Pears: A Sweet Way to Add More Fibre!

Pears: A Sweet Way to Add More Fibre!
Pears: A Sweet Way to Add More Fibre! Looking for an easy way to add more fruit and fibre to your diet? Pears are a nutritious choice that provide ...

Avocados: More Than Just a Trend!

Avocados: More Than Just a Trend!
Avocados: More Than Just a Trend! Creamy, versatile, and nutrient-dense, avocados can be a delicious addition to a balanced diet. They provide unsa...

Make Meal Planning Easier with a Registered Dietitian!

Make Meal Planning Easier with a Registered Dietitian!
Make Meal Planning Easier with a Registered Dietitian! Busy week ahead? Meal planning can make healthy eating easier while saving time, reducing fo...

Protein: How Much Do You Really Need? 

Protein: How Much Do You Really Need? 
Protein: How Much Do You Really Need?  High-protein foods are everywhere—but more protein isn’t always better. Your needs can vary based on age, ac...

Vitamin E: Are You Getting Enough?

Vitamin E: Are You Getting Enough?
Vitamin E: Are You Getting Enough? Vitamin E is an essential nutrient and antioxidant that helps protect cells and supports normal immune function....

An Apple a Day? Let’s Talk Nutrition!

An Apple a Day? Let’s Talk Nutrition!
An Apple a Day? Let’s Talk Nutrition! Apples are an easy, affordable way to add more fruit to your day. Canada’s Food Guide recommends eating plent...

Olive Oil: A Simple Swap for Healthy Fats!

Olive Oil: A Simple Swap for Healthy Fats!
Olive Oil: A Simple Swap for Healthy Fats! Looking for an easy way to improve your everyday meals? Canada’s Food Guide recommends choosing foods wi...

Dairy: More Than Just Milk!

Dairy: More Than Just Milk!
Dairy: More Than Just Milk! Dairy foods like milk, yogurt and cheese can provide important nutrients, including calcium and protein. In Canada, mil...

Bananas: A Simple, Nutritious Choice!

Bananas: A Simple, Nutritious Choice!
Bananas: A Simple, Nutritious Choice! Bananas are affordable, portable, and easy to add to meals and snacks. They provide carbohydrates for energy ...