Smoothies are a quick and healthy breakfast that many of us drink. However, smoothies don’t always have to be put in a cup. You can change things up by putting smoothies in a bowl and adding additional toppings, like granola, dried berries and seeds. This not only adds additional flavour but more energy, fibre, vitamins, […]
In recent weeks, many of us here in Newfoundland and Labrador have experienced unplanned power outages due to inclement weather. After an unplanned power outage, the biggest food safety concern is with the food that is stored in your refrigerator and freezer. Here are some general guidelines to help you determine what food can be […]
There are children and adults who enjoy getting up early to ease into the day, healthy breakfast included. However, many children and adults I know spend whatever time they have in the morning rushing to get out the door, healthy breakfast optional. This recipe helps ensure that a healthy breakfast will fit into busy mornings. […]
Happy New Year! As your year gets off to a new start, I hope your busy mornings start off with a great breakfast. Here is a kid-created energy bar recipe that can really help fuel you in the morning. It is packed with fruit and flavor that kids and adults are sure to enjoy. These […]
As the mother of two elementary school children, and a Registered Dietitian, I am both baffled and mortified that both my children will not (knowingly) eat their veggies. Yes, I am known to puree spinach and add it to lasagne or hide cauliflower in mashed potatoes. “Whatever it takes”, I say. The spinach salad still […]
The new Canada’s Food Guide was released this year. Unlike the previous food guide, the new food guide highlights the importance of how we think about food because “healthy eating is more than the food you eat”. Healthy eating is also about why we eat and how we eat. And the best way to enjoy […]