Why Butter is Better

Why Butter is Better

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There is so much confusion around dietary fat. Butter has been demonized for years; we’ve been told it’s a source of bad saturated fat, a source of cholesterol and to be limited in our diets. We’ve been taught to limit butter and replace it with “heart healthy” alternatives like margarine and aerosol cooking sprays because they are lower in calories.I write a lot about food, and provide a lot of suggestions, but when you truly break it all down I only recommend one thing: to eat real f […]

The 5Ws of Protein

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When it comes to fitness, training, weight loss or even general health, one of the most important macronutrients to help support you reach your health and fitness goals is protein. However, it seems people still have a lot of objections to and questions about protein.”What is protein?”“What are good sources of protein?”“I don’t want to get buff, so I don’t need protein.””You need meat to get protein.”“Why should I take protein?””Is too much protein is ba […]

3 Simple Tips for Weight Loss

3 Simple Tips for Weight Loss

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3 Simple Tips for Weight Loss There are hundreds of fat diets, pills and weight loss programs on the market continuing the promise quick and long lasting results. However, with this abundance of information, the messaging becomes not only very overwhelming but also rather consuming. The truth is it doesn’t need to be so complicated.…

Your Iced Coffee is a Milkshake

Your Iced Coffee is a Milkshake

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Your Iced Coffee is a Milkshake Ahhh, summer! Sunshine, bike rides, beaches, BBQs, road trips, Ice Caps and Frappucinos… oh my! It seems as soon as the warm weather hits, the iced coffee menus are out in full force. I hear you, it’s refreshing, it’s delicious, and can give you a much needed boost of…

How to Get More Greens in Your Diet

How to Get More Greens in Your Diet

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How to Get More Greens in Your Diet There’s no disputing that leafy green vegetables are some of the healthiest foods on the planet; nutrient dense, full of fibre, rich in vitamins and minerals. But let me guess, you’re tired of the same old salad over and over? Not to worry, luckily there are so…

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Mastering Your Morning Smoothie

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Smoothies are a great healthy on-the-go breakfast, but when not made correctly these blended breakfast are missing the nutrition mark. Below are the 5 most common mistakes people make when putting together their morning smoothie, and a simple formula to make sure you master your smoothie every time. 5 Most Common Smoothie Mistake:Adding Too Much Fruit: Adding too much fruit to your smoothie might make it sweet and delicious, but it is actually creating more of a milkshake than a h […]

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Red’s Recommendations: The Dailey Method

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“Create a long, lean, sculpted body.” ”Toning and elongating muscles.””Better posture, better movement and a better you.”If these quotes don’t make your ears perk up a little bit, I’m not quite sure what will. One of the hottest fitness trends of 2016 is barre workouts; a combination of postures inspired by ballet and other disciplines like yoga and Pilates. Although many people have never heard of barre classes, they are nothing new. Barre fitness exploded onto the scene in 2000 […]

The Best and Worst Condiments

The Best and Worst Condiments

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People seem to think that eating healthy means forgoing flavour, but I can assure that is not the case! So many people do their very best to eat a clean meal, with lots of veggies and lean meats, however when they get to the dinner table and kick up the flavour with condiments they end up defeating the purpose. Oops! The most common condiments on the market are (unfortunately) loaded with sugar, artificial sweeteners and preservatives making them really poor choices.​Some of the WORST offe […]

How To Eat Well on a Budget

How To Eat Well on a Budget

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When you are on a tight budget, grocery shopping can provide a lot of financial stress. In fact, this is one of the of the most common objections I hear from people about trying to eat healthy. However, there are some simple ideas and tips to consider to help ensure you are eating well while still living in financial freedom. The First Shop is the DeepestWhen you transition to a healthier diet, the first grocery shop is always the most expensive. If you’ve thrown out everything in your p […]

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5 Tips for Healthy Travel

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Next to nutrition, travel is a huge passion of mine. My dream job would be to somehow combine the two and become some form of a healthy travel blogger, healthy food critic or healthy restaurant researcher. There is nothing I love more than discovering traditional foods and finding amazing local restaurants and food shops when I travel.Ah, a girl can dream, right?Living in Canada, this time of year is all about vacation and finding a way to escape the freezing temperatures for a little slice of p […]

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What I Learned in 2015

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This year was a very big year for me. Scary and exciting, full of ups and downs, some successes and some failures. For years, I have dreamed of becoming a nutritionist and starting my own business; constantly researching and thinking, and in 2015 in finally started doing. I decided to “go big” as they say, and set a lot of audacious goals for myself. Some business goals, some health goals, some personal goals and some fun ones too. Along the way I learned a lot about myself, and three important […]

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Healthy Cookbook Gift Guide 

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Nothing says Happy Holidays like good food, and nothing says happy eating like a good good cookbook.  In no particular order, these are some of my personal favourite cookbooks that are tried and tested in my own kitchen. I assure you this list includes a cookbook for even the fussiest of eaters on your list and something for every single diet type. Or if you are looking for a little inspiration for your own wish list – voila. Happy shopping! 1. &nbs […]

10 Tips for Healthy Holiday Balance

10 Tips for Healthy Holiday Balance

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The holidays are my favourite time of year. They are a time for celebration, tradition and some cheeky indulgence. Life is all about balance, and I certainly don’t expect people to deprive themselves over the holidays, but that doesn’t mean you need to go off the rails. Balance is a daily, weekly and monthly measurement, and it is important to keep in mind that there is some balance in balance. For instance, convincing yourself you can splurge for the month of December because you are eati […]