Every time I do television or media work in Calgary, I get the wonderful opportunity of working with Sylvia Kong. If I am demonstrating a recipe on a show like Breakfast Television, Sylvia gets there before me to do the food styling and set up of all the recipe ingredients. The last time I was…
Do you consume 2 to 3 servings of milk products daily (or milk alternatives, like fortified soy milk)? Most children, teens and adults do not. Many people underestimate the value of milk, while others believe it may even be harmful to health. What do I think? I believe milk fits into a healthy diet and…
How about a hummus dip that puts three powerhouse ingredients together? Chickpeas are a nutritional superstar. They’re loaded with fibre, protein, folate, potassium, iron and more. Your body thanks you every time you eat them! Greek yogurt gives you not only calcium, but an exceptional supply of protein too. Dried apricots deliver much-needed potassium, along…
How can I motivate you to eat the foods your body really needs – the kind your body celebrates every time you eat them! In kindergarten most kids learn to count to 100. I want you to go back to kindergarten days and back to basics. I don’t need you to count to 100, but…
How would you like to add some pleasure to your day with a hot drink that is smooth, creamy, delightful and also good for you? It’s made with light vanilla soy milk, green tea and spices. Soy milk is a nutritional powerhouse rich in protein, potassium and magnesium, along with added calcium, vitamin D and…
You have literally trillions of bacteria that inhabit your body, most of which live along the entire length of your gastrointestinal tract. In fact, a healthy human intestinal tract hosts 10 times as many bacteria, as there are cells in the human body. You are like a walking, living factory of bacteria. Is this bad? …
Imagine a soup that is fast, easy, gives new meaning to the word “delicious” and contains food ingredients that are linked to a lower risk of belly fat, such as whole grains, beans, healthy fats, peppers and flavonoid-rich fruits and vegetables. Does it get any better? I don’t think so. I hope you love this…
If you’re going to serve a dip with cut-up veggies or whole grain crackers, why not serve one that tastes great and offers significant nutritional value as well. This one definitely qualifies! It contains nutrient-dense chickpeas combined with protein-rich Greek yogurt, along with antioxidant-loaded dates. It’s fast and easy to make and has a slightly…
If you don’t have a copy of my last book “Ultimate Foods for Ultimate Health”, then you should. The nutrition information is awesome and my co-author Marilyn Smith did a fantastic job on all of the recipes. This is one of my favourites. If you’ve never tried it, you should. My daughter and I had…
The other day I was in the bank. One of the bank tellers followed me out to my car. She had heard me say that I was a dietitian and wanted to speak with me in private. Why? She said she suffers from constipation and “it’s not fun!” She wanted my advice. Constipation is generally…
Here is a totally delicious way to get more whole grains, beans and fibre into your eating plan – something most of us could use more of! This dish is fantastic! It can be served hot or enjoyed as a cold pasta salad. It’s great for leftovers and lunch the next day. The jalapeno peppers,…
Lentils are a nutritional powerhouse loaded with folate, iron, potassium, protein and much more! A wonderful way to enjoy them is combined with brown rice. Add in some kick-butt spices and you have one tasty and very nutritious meal. Enjoy this recipe as a side dish or for the main meal. It also makes a…
Lentils are a nutritional goldmine. They’re chockfull of protein, B vitamins, fibre and much more. In this recipe I’ve combined lentils with super nutritious veggies like carrots, red peppers and spinach. What really makes this dish wonderful, however, is the added goat cheese at the end. The first time my girlfriend Teri tested this recipe…
This colourful, fresh salad is hard to stop eating, because it is so tasty. It’s one of those dishes that if you bring it to a party, someone will definitely ask you for the recipe. It’s loaded with super nutritious, so-good-for-you ingredients like black beans, mango and red pepper. Your body will say thank you…
Lentils are a goldmine of nutrition. They’re absolutely loaded with fibre and rich in protein, B vitamins (especially folate), iron, copper, potassium and much more. A wonderful way to enjoy them is roasted as a snack. They make a far healthier snack than something like potato chips or pretzels! Kids like them too – at…
