“I could never get up early and work out in the morning.” I hear this all the time, and honestly, I used to say the same thing. I hear “I can’t believe that YOU get up early to work out!” even more often! Most people try it for one or two days and then give … [Keep reading…]
I am a major bagel lover. I would rather eat the real thing or nothing it at all (looking at you half of a whole wheat bagel ?). So, when I saw the option in our new nutrition course to make my own mini bagels… I had to try it!! In order for the bagels to … [Keep reading…]
Bento is a concept that has taken North America by storm! Originally from Japan, NA bento is a little different, often just simple foods in a pretty box. I like to have a little more fun with my daughter’s lunches once in a while! Generally, she has a great appetite for a 4 year old. … [Keep reading…]
There has been an ongoing myth for years that we need to be drinking 8 cups of water per day. As nice of an idea as this is, it’s not that simple. So how much SHOULD we be drinking? The truth is, as with everything related to health and nutrition, everyone is different! Many of my challengers … [Keep reading…]
Coffee coffee coffee! I am a huge coffee fan, but I prefer to limit my intake of caffeine. One of my major weaknesses are caramel or mocha lattes. This way, I get all of the yummy coffee and sweet flavours without the calorie count or caffeine of a Starbucks drink!
Today, I decided to work in two of my favourite breakfast foods: nuts and maple syrup.
I’m obsessed with peanut butter. Also chocolate. Also everything mousse. When I found out that there was I way that I could have all of these flavours, I had to give it a try! This dish is the perfect combination of creamy, sweet, filling, and healthy! I highly recommend using 2% plain greek yogurt. Greek … [Keep reading…]
Coming up with easy but interesting Mother’s Day crafts year after year is a challenge! The moms and dads that I work with are wonderful, and I want to make sure that they are celebrated as much as possible. I also want to make sure that my craft is appropriate for the wide range of … [Keep reading…]
Piiiiiizzzaaaa It’s possibly my favourite food. I basically lived off of it for a few months in university. I am all for ordering in, but I crave pizza way more often than I should probably be eating it. As you can learn , fatty cheeses aren’t always the best for us. Luckily, I am incredibly determined … [Keep reading…]
I am traditionally a very picky eater. This may be surprising to many of you (but not my mom ;)) I have been on a mission the last few years to find ways to enjoy all foods. Whether it’s a weird looking vegetable, or a sweet carb.. I’m trying here! This recipe is one that … [Keep reading…]
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