They don’t all have to be fancy, but it’s so great when they look like they are! I love this breakfast. It’s simple, delicious and packed with nutrients. It’s also ShiftShape cleanse-friendly, which means that it is hypo-allergenic and not full of sugar, soy, hormones, or chemicals. Yes!!! You can even make little mini versions […]
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This one is a ShiftShape 10 DAY ONLINE CLEANSE group favourite. I make a batch of this every couple of weeks. It’s great for breakfast with your choice of milk (I use almond) , or as an after school snack, with some yogurt and fruit. I prefer to use wheat-free oats. It makes this recipe
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I am so into Matcha Green Tea lately. The people who work at my local David’s Tea wonder if I am inhaling the stuff. My favourite flavours there are the Vanilla Matcha and the Mint Matcha. YUM! Perhaps you are aware that Green Tea is revered for it’s high antioxidant value. Well, Matcha Green Tea
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Exactly 10 years ago, I looked outside my kitchen window and saw our beautiful lilac tree in bloom. Lilacs have always been one of my favourite flowers. Growing up in Montreal, I remember the scent of lilacs would always be one of the first clues that summer was around the corner. They were a sign
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Ta da! I am so happy with these granola bars. My kids love granola bars. The problem is the packaged, conventional brands contain a lot of unhealthy sugars and additives, and the healthier counterparts are very expensive. In addition, they enjoy bringing them to school as a snack, and of course, most healthier granola bars
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Let’s be honest. We spend a lot of time thinking about our poop. Whether we poop or not can literally change our entire mood, our whole day, maybe even our week. As a nutritionist, I spend an unusual amount of time talking to people about how often they do or don’t go to the bathroom.
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So, let’s talk dessert. I am 100% in favour of dessert. Sometimes, when I am at a restaurant or at a dinner party, I will plan my meal around whether or not I want to order dessert (let’s be real, sometimes, it just so happens that I don’t and I indulge both ways – don’t
Choco-Coco-Goji Balls – A Healthy “Treat” Read More »
Dinner in a Snap! Buckwheat is quickly becoming one of my favourite gluten free grains. It’s health benefits are numerous: Improves Heart Health By Lowering Cholesterol and Blood Pressure Levels. High Fiber Content Helps Improve Digestion. Contains Disease-Fighting Antioxidants. Doesn’t Contain Gluten and Is Non-Allergenic. Is a good source of magnesium, manganese, copper, and phosphorous.
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Like many holidays, Passover is very food-centred. It’s a time when many of us can’t help but over indulge. Do not beat yourself up about going overboard this holiday season. Whether you are still recovering from Easter goodies, or are already starting to feel the effects of matzah, matzah meal and the like, not to
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This salad adds colour to any table. The tastes and textures make it a crowd favourite among adults and children alike. The “purple” cabbage is an excellent source of Vitamin C. What you need: 2 cups purple shredded cabbage 3 carrots, julienned or 1 bag (8 oz) shredded carrots 1/3 cup chopped scallions 1/3
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