Sugar is Sugar – no matter the type
I’m not sure about you, but I for one have a sweet tooth. So much in fact, that I need to avoid it most days so it doesn’t become a habit. For many people, having something sweet is a craving … Continued
Venison meatball flatbread wrap with yoghurt dressing
I love this dish! You can partially prepare this in advance, and it makes for a delish quick lunch to throw together. I really enjoy the richness and flavour that venison has to offer, but apart from that, it is … Continued
10 Common Diet Myths That May Surprise You
How many times have you heard about a new health or diet trend being advertised and felt compelled to try it? These diet trends use all the right medical jargon to make it seem legitimate, and seem to make sense … Continued
What’s the Hype around Charcoal Supplements?
Charcoal supplements or activated charcoal refers to a fine and odourless black powder that is used to handle poison and drug overdoses in the ER. Charcoal contains toxic absorbent properties that come with a broad range of cosmetic and medicinal … Continued
Are Vegan Diets as Healthy as they Seem?
Am I a vegan? No. I don’t think I ever could be. It’s not that I couldn’t give up meat or animal products (although it would be hard), but more that I would be pretty malnourished if I did since … Continued
12 Reasons to Love Exercise
There is a saying, “good things come to those who sweat”, and this holds true. Sure no one likes to be gross and sweaty, but it’s only temporary and that’s what a shower is for. And exercising will be well … Continued
Are Organic Foods Really Better than Non-Organic?
Many of us assume that organically grown foods are more nutritious and healthier than standard crops. Some people also feel it’s an environmentally-friendly way of eating, as fewer chemicals are used in organic farming and intensive methods are rare. These … Continued
What is Fibre and Why is it Important for Health
You may recall growing up hearing your parents tell you to eat your greens, and that brown bread is healthy for you. You may have not been too happy with those requests, but you should know, they had good intentions. … Continued
Just How Important is Sleep?
We all go to sleep at some point during the day. But sometimes it feels as if there aren’t’ enough hours in the day for it as well as other tasks. Long working hours, making meals, children’s homework or a … Continued
Pros and Cons of Plant-Based Milk
Have you heard of plant-based milk? If you haven’t, it’s probably because you’ve heard it called by some other name. Some call it non-dairy milk. Others call it alternative milk. Some even call it nut milk or vegan milk. But … Continued