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Meet the new “super food”: popcorn? That’s right – popcorn is loaded with antioxidant polyphenols, as well as fibre. Back away from the microwave though; plain, air-popped popcorn is best in terms of...
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Our city is underwater! We send our thoughts and prayers to all those affected by flooding in Calgary and southern Alberta. Though waters have yet to recede, you can donate to recovery efforts (may...
View ArticleMade In Canada, Eh?
At just 146 years old today, Canada is a young country. But despite our youth, there are many every day foods items that were created by Canadians. Some of our contributions to food, nutrition and...
View ArticleMemories of Hot Cocoa
Oh, the memories! A hot mug of cocoa on a cold winter day or a cool evening camping. If this is sounding familiar it might be more than the day, the activities, and the people you shared it with....
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March is Nutrition month in Canada and the U.S.! Celebrate by taking the challenge and making a healthy change. Even better if you can encourage others to do the same. Continue reading →
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Remember the headlines about chocolate leading to weight loss in March/April? Bad news...To prove just how easy it is to spread junk nutrition science, a journalist commissioned a flawed study AND sent...
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Parents’ misperceptions about the intelligence, beauty, skills, physical fitness etc. of their offspring is often joked about but when it comes to weight it is no laughing matter. Parents’ are not...
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