Fibre is critical to good health. It’s good for your heart and digestive system. It helps control your appetite, as well as your blood sugar. The Institute of Medicine says women should get at least 25 grams daily and men 38 grams. Most people get half as much as they need. Our ancestors got far…
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We could all use more fibre! It’s great for gut health, lowers blood cholesterol and helps keep your appetite in check. Here’s a delicious way to get more of it into your eating plan! These yummy muffins are made with whole wheat flour and loaded with high fibre ingredients like flaxseeds, sunflower seeds, raspberries and…
Weekends are the perfect time for waffles, especially whole grain waffles that taste great. If you don’t own a waffle iron, perhaps now is a great time to get one. Waffles make life more fun! I always eat waffles with plenty of fresh berries on top. That way I get berries plus waffle in every…
Try my homemade, maple banana bread. It’s nutritious and so delicious! Be sure to use 100% real maple syrup – it’s a significant source of antioxidants and nothing beats the taste of the real thing. Flaxseeds are an excellent source of omega-3 fats, fibre and cancer-fighting plant compounds called lignans. Buy flaxseeds that are pre-ground…
