Berries are superstars among fruits not only because of their sweet, delicious taste, versatile use, but also because of their health benefits. Berries contain nutrients that are powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents that can reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer. The polyphenols, fibre and Vitamin C content in berries are just some […]
Food for your HEART! Moroccan Chicken Stew Our heart healthy chicken stew recipe includes four superfood ingredients: coconut oil, turmeric, cinnamon and unpasteurized local honey (available at health food stores or local farmers’ markets). We serve it on a bed of cooked grains (basmati rice, quinoa or millet) and garnish it with shredded or large-flaked […]
Healthy turkey chili made with lean ground turkey, kidney beans and corn. This famous recipe is perfectly spiced, packed with plenty of protein and fiber, and is simply the BEST. Make it on the stovetop or in your slow cooker for an easy, delicious weeknight dinner. Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes Total […]
Leftover holiday turkey gets a makeover with this creamy turkey salad. Great for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or enjoying by the spoonful. Ingredients 3-4 cups chopped leftover turkey meat dark, white, or a combination ¾ cup mayonnaise ½ cup diced celery ⅓ cup chopped green onion 1 medium green apple cored, diced ½ cup chopped pecans […]
Total Time: 25 mins Yield: 6 Ingredients: 1 pound carrots, peeled and shredded 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1 cup coarsely chopped cilantro 1/2 cup grapeseed oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/3 cup fresh carrot juice 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 1/2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil 3/4 teaspoon fresh ginger juice, squeezed […]
Travelling, whether it be for work or pleasure, can add another layer of difficulty when it comes to nutrition. We are confronted with more things out of our control. If travelling is a regular part of your weekly or monthly routine, the choices you make in those environments will start to impact your body’s functioning. […]
By the age of 30, 1 in 4 men in Canada will have experienced some type of hair loss. This number jumps to 4 out of 5 men by the age of 70. Hair Loss is a very common problem but difficult to treat. The most common cause of hair loss is genetics. This type […]
Ingredients: 2 to 3 tablespoons coconut oil 1 medium/large sweet or yellow onion, diced 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, diced into bite-sized pieces 4 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed 2 to 3 teaspoons ground ginger or 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped 2 teaspoons ground coriander 1 thirteen-ounce can coconut milk 1/2 cup […]
Why I love this recipe: whole grain barley is particularly rich in nutrients that are hard to find, like molybdenum, manganese, selenium, copper, chromium, phosphorus, magnesium and B vitamins (B1 and niacin). Barley is a great source of insoluble fibre, adding bulk to stools and reducing your likelihood of constipation. Barley is also packed with […]
These are Dr. Rahima’s favourite go to smoothie recipes. They are full of nutrients to get you through the day! Early Morning Liver Love 3-4 cups mixed greens (spinach, kale, swiss chard, etc.) Juice of 1 lemon 1-2 beets 1 banana 1/2 cup of frozen berries 1 inch of ginger 1 apple 2 tbsp. hemp […]