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. […]
It’s time to talk about POOP! Read More »
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.
SESAME BUCKWHEAT NOODLES WITH GRILLED VEGGIES Read More »
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
By Popular Demand – Post Passover Cleanse! Read More »
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
Eat the Rainbow Cabbage Salad Read More »
This is by far one of my favourite and easiest chicken recipes. It checks off all the boxes. cleanse-friendly takes less than 5 minutes to prepare great to prepare and keep in the fridge to throw on top of salads family friendly (the kids will eat it) takes less than 5 minutes to prepare (whoops,
Easy and Clean Salt and Pepper Chicken Read More »
Most regular muffin recipes are laden with tons of sugar. This recipe was adapted from one that called for nearly 2 cups of added sugar! These use maple syrup for sweetness. They are scrumptious and were very well received by the ShiftShape 10 DAY CLEANSE group of recipe testers! What You Need: 2
ShiftShape 10 DAY CLEANSE ‘Blueberry Bliss’ Muffins Read More »
I am not a good baker. There. I said it. I am really not. When I cook, I can make things up as I go along, and they often work out. With baking, I always need to follow a recipe. What I seem to be good at though, is adapting other people’s recipes
“Shifted” Brownies (Gluten-Free!) Read More »
Funny thing this month of January – everyone, and I mean EVERYONE is intent on making some sort of change – a change in their lifestyle, their eating, their tv habits, their technology use, etc. On the one hand, as a nutritionist and health coach, I am impressed and inspired by this fervour. The downside
Healthy HABITS are all the rage…this month!! (SHIFT REVIEW) Read More »
It’s that weekday grind, right? What to prepare? I find with my family, planning is usually key. Sometimes though, like on days like today where my day literally got turned upside down, you gotta roll with it. I popped into the grocery store to get chicken and came home to prepare this on the fly.
Shift Favourite – Healthy Crispy Chicken Nuggets Read More »
