Author: Marianna Duba, M.Sc., RNCP

The Blood Sugar – Heart Health Connection

Do you rush the door, grabbing a coffee and muffin on the way to work, skip lunch and then have extreme cravings for sweets or chips before dinner? It could be your blood sugar, and these everyday habits can wreak havoc on your heart health! When it comes to heart health, we talk a lot […]

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Finding freedom: The Low FODMAP Diet’s Role in Alleviating IBS Symptoms

IBS is a common condition observed by gastroenterologists and primary care physicians. Although IBS doesn’t affect life expectancy, its chronic and episodic nature greatly impacts quality of life and daily activities. Lower abdominal pain, distension, flatulence, alternating bowel habits, and bloating are the most common symptoms of IBS, varying in severity among individuals and even […]

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Salsa Verde Salmon with Tomatoes & Brown Rice

Trying to increase healthy fats in your diet. This recipe offers 37% of your daily recommended fat intake, most of which is omega-3 fatty acids from the salmon and omega-9 fatty acids from the olive oil. INGREDIENTS (for 2 servings): 1/2 cup Brown Rice (dry, uncooked) 2 tbsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil (divided) 10 ozs […]

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Nutritious Lunch Box Recipes

The second half of summer is already here, and with it, the school year is fast approaching. Many of you may start looking for some nutritious lunch box ideas, so today, we are sharing two child-friendly recipes that will provide energy throughout the day, enhance concentration and strengthen their immune system. Younger kids love cut-up […]

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