TOP 10 Colorful Beet Recipes
Nassim Drissi Smaili November 28, 2023 Eat Well, Recipes, TOP Tens, VegetablesDon’t underestimate beets! They might be a humble root veggie, but these beet recipes prove just how delicious, versatile and colorful they can be. Whether you like them roasted, in a salad, as a side dish, or even for dessert, there are a variety of delicious options to enjoy beets. (more…)
Diet, Physical Activity and Osteoporosis
Kathryn Adel November 27, 2023 HealthIn Canada, more than two million people are living with osteoporosis. In the United States, about one in ten people aged 50 and older have osteoporosis. Fractures caused by osteoporosis lead to an increased risk of morbidity and mortality, a decrease in quality of life and a loss of autonomy. Although osteoporosis is often thought of as a disease affecting older women, men are remarkably undervalued and undertreated for this condition. (more…)
TOP 10 Easy Root Vegetable Recipes
Cinzia Cuneo November 9, 2023 Eat Well, Recipes, TOP Tens, VegetablesRoot vegetables are underground plant parts that are eaten as food. Potatoes, beets, carrots, parsnips, rutabagas, radishes… these are all root vegetables. Most can be stored long time after harvest and are quite economical. They can be enjoyed raw or cooked. They hold up well to slow cooking and are therefore perfect for simmering or braising. Try some of our best root vegetable recipes. (more…)
Stevia and Artificial Sweeteners, Good Choices for Your Health?
Kathryn Adel November 6, 2023 Diabetes, Health, Weight LossArtificial sweeteners are sugar substitutes that provide a sweet taste but with very few to no calories thanks to their high sweetening power. They are commonly found in various processed foods such as diet drinks, sugar-free yogurts and sports products (e.g. protein bars, shakes and powders). Foods and beverages containing artificial sweeteners are sometimes labelled as “sugar-free” or “diet” on the packaging. (more…)
Philippe’s War against Prediabetes
Cinzia Cuneo November 2, 2023 Diabetes, Dietitian, TestimonialsIt’s no secret that women are more likely than men to consult their physician. The same goes for consulting a dietitian. And yet men who consult have excellent results. (more…)