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Sep 11
3 min

Food Combinations That Increase Nutrient Absorption

Your body's ability to absorb nutrients is called nutrient bioavailability, and by combining certain foods you can enhance bioavailability.

Sep 4
2 min

Kimchi Fried Rice

Kimchi is a traditional Korean side dish of salted and fermented cabbage and vegetables, and a great way to add probiotics to your diet.

Aug 18
4 min

10 Easy Ways to Add Healthy Upgrades to Your Meals

Adding healthy upgrades to your favourite meals is as simple as adding or swapping a few ingredients to up the nutritional value.

Aug 4
2 min

Almond Flour Chia Seed Pancakes

These Almond Flour Chia Seed Pancakes are nutrient-dense, gluten-free, protein-packed, fibre-rich, contain healthy fats, and taste great!

Jul 13
4 min

Eat Well, Age Well - How Our Nutrient Requirements Change as We Age

As we age, our nutrient requirements change due to a decline in our energy expenditure and the functioning of our digestive organs.

Jul 2
1 min

Chocolate Cranberry Muffin Pan Bites

No-bake snacks are the way to go in this summer heat, like these Chocolate Cranberry Muffin Pan Bites that can be made in under 15 minutes.

Jun 15
3 min

How to Stay Motivated to Workout During Quarantine

Has being in quarantine caused you to lose your motivation to keep up your regular workouts? Here are a few tips to help you stay on track.

May 29
2 min

Green Onion Ginger Chicken

This Green Onion Ginger Chicken has been one of my go-to meals for years. So simple and healthy, and it can be made in 30 minutes or less!

May 26
1 min

The Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Coconut Bites

Energy bites are my healthy snack of choice, and these Chocolate Peanut Butter Coconut Bites are my new favourite!

May 5
1 min

Almond Flour Lemon Blueberry Chia Seed Muffins

Muffins can be a very healthy snack, and these Almond Flour Lemon Blueberry Chia Seed Muffins are one of my new favourites!

Apr 22
5 min

8 Ways to Get Creative in Your Kitchen While Quarantined

Are you getting bored in your kitchen during quarantine? Here are a few ideas to help you get creative and maybe try something new.

Apr 4
1 min

Peanut Butter Pumpkin Seed Granola

This Peanut Butter Pumpkin Seed Granola is so simple to make at home, easily customizable, and a healthy nutrient-dense breakfast or snack.

Mar 28
3 min

Spring Cleaning Your Kitchen to Support Your Healthy Habits

Now is the perfect time to maintain and support your healthy eating habits by spring cleaning where they start - in your kitchen.

Mar 12
1 min

Asian Ginger Sesame Chicken Salad

This nutrient-dense Asian Ginger Sesame Chicken Salad is full of flavour and crunch, and so easy to throw together in less than 20 minutes.

Feb 24
4 min

Healthy Eating - 10 Tips to Keep It Simple

Simple is sustainable, and healthy eating habits are not going to be maintained unless they are easily sustainable. So. keep it simple.

Feb 14
1 min

The Simplest Tomato Soup

Tomato soup is a classic winter meal, and it doesn't get much simpler than this one with minimal ingredients that's ready in 20 minutes.

Feb 10
1 min

Applesauce Tahini Oatmeal Bites

Energy bites are a staple in my kitchen, and are made on a weekly basis. These Applesauce Tahini Oatmeal bites are an ideal healthy snack.

Feb 4
3 min

Staying Hydrated - All Day, Every Day

Staying hydrated in the winter is just as important as in the summer. Here are some ways to help you stay hydrated all day, every day.

Jan 24
2 min

Eating for Better Sleep

Certain foods have been shown to improve sleep quality due to their content of sleep-regulating hormones and brain chemicals.

Jan 9
2 min

Healthier Ways to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

Now that the holidays are over, let's give that sweet tooth a rest. Here are some of my favourite healthier ways to satisfy a sweet tooth.

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