Why You Should Rethink Cholesterol Discover why cholesterol is not exactly what you think it is. For years, we’ve been told to avoid foods that contain cholesterol; we’ve been told to limit egg yolks, avoid fatty cuts of meat, and put down the butter. Cholesterol has been demonized as an artery-clogging substance, said to be…
9 Signs You’re Addicted to Sugar Love sweets? Here are 9 signs you’re addicted to sugar and what you can do about it. Feel like you literally can’t live without chocolate? Always need something sweet after a meal? Can’t stop eating sugar once you start? You are not alone. Sugar addiction is real and common…
6 Ways to Eat Healthy When You’re Busy Simple ways to eat healthy no matter how busy you are. News flash, being “busy” is not an excuse to not eat well. The truth is everyone is busy, it’s a way of life these days, and yet many people are still able to eat well and…
Why You Need More Food Less Often How often should you eat? Here’s a case for why you need more food less often. The question of how often to eat is a big one; people are constantly arguing over whether it is better to eat multiple smalls meals per day or three big meals per…
How to Stick to a Healthy Diet Here are 14 simple strategies to help you stick to a healthy diet for the long term. When it comes to following a healthy diet, getting started is the easy part, but sticking to those changes for the long-term is tough. Whether it’s a party, a vacation, or…
How to Eat Healthy Anywhere Whether you are at the airport, the gas station, or a work event, here are simple tips to eat healthy to matter where you go. Although many people worry about what to eat when they are on the road or travelling, it’s actually quite simple. In fact, it doesn’t matter…
4 Reasons to Always Read the Ingredients Discover why you should read the ingredients on everything you eat. I constantly talk about the importance of reading the ingredient list, and yet, every day people fail to do so. People opt for items they think are healthy choices only to later realize that they were duped…
How to Spot a Fake Sourdough Learn how to spot a fake sourdough and how to look for real sourdough instead. Sourdough is hands down healthiest type of bread. Made with only three ingredients; flour, water and salt, sourdough is simple and natural, the way bread should be. However, with the rise in popularity of…
Why Balancing Blood Sugar is Key Discover why balancing blood sugar is so important for your health. The term blood sugar is likely one that you have heard thrown around by health professionals, including myself, without knowing exactly what it means. Although many people recognize that their blood sugar is important, few recognize how it…
9 Well-Balanced Meal Ideas Here are 9 healthy and well-balanced meal ideas that work for breakfast, lunch and dinner! Whether you are eating breakfast, lunch or dinner, creating a balanced meal is key to ensuring that you are nourished, satisfied, and energized. Although it might seem like a complicated formula, creating a balanced meal is actually…
What Your Cravings Really Mean Discover what your cravings mean and what you can do to control them! Whether it’s the saltiness of potato chips, the richness of chocolate, or the creaminess of ice cream, food cravings are something that we have all experienced. They often come out of nowhere and can be difficult to…
6 Weeknight One-Pan Meals Quick, easy and healthy one-pan meals! I’ve shared a ton of one-pan meals and one-pot dishes on the blog, why? Because that’s exactly how I like to cook myself! After a long day at work, it can be tough to get motivated in the kitchen, but that’s where one-pan meals come…
Carbs: Why Quality Trumps Quantity While both are important, the quality of the carbs you eat is the most important. Carbohydrates have long been demonized as the cause of weight gain and obesity, forcing people to obsessively count carbs and count calories. Low-carb diets have been popularized for years by diet gurus and celebrities alike…
12 Healthy Store-Bought Foods A list of the best healthy store-bought foods. Eating well and cooking from scratch can seem overwhelming when life gets busy and we are short on time. Fortunately, there are plenty of items that you can buy at the grocery store that can help make eating well a breeze without compromising flavour.…
Why You Should Avoid Artificial Sweeteners Are artificial sweeteners healthy? Here is what you need to know. Artificial sweeteners are the darlings of the food industry, enabling food manufacturers to label items as “zero-calorie” and “sugar-free”, found in everything from diet sodas to chewing gum and granola bars. Artificial sweeteners are one of the most commonly…