Eat local this summer
If you are a regular reader of this blog, you know I am a huge fan of farmers’ markets. It just feels great on so many levels to support local growers and producers and to eat foods that come from Nova Scotia. Here are a few reasons why I love supporting local so much: 1.…
Read MoreLate Winter Harvest Salad
Not sure about you, but I’m personally getting a little tired of the winter root veggies stocking the farmer’s market tables these days. I’ve pretty much had my fill of cabbage, leeks, kale and turnip. They’ve been our staple go-to veggies for many months now, and with the spring harvest still a few weeks away,…
Read MoreTips to get out of your winter slump
I’ve been speaking to so many people lately who are down-and-out in a winter slump. Even though the winter weather here in Nova Scotia has been pretty good, it still seems like people are tired, cranky, worn out and exhausted! One thing I’ve noticed is that colds and flus have been running rampant this winter…
Read MoreNourish yourself with a delicious bowl of creamy cauliflower soup
March can be a bit of a dreary month. It’s cold and flu season, winter is hanging on, and we can’t wait for spring. One way I love to perk things up and nourish myself during this time, is with a big pot of warm, soothing, tasty soup. My friend Susan brought this soup to…
Read MoreLow Carb: Getting Started
Last time I shared some of the science behind low carbohydrate nutrition, who could benefit and the potential health advantages. Today, I’ll provide my tops tips for getting started with a low carbohydrate way of eating, if you feel it might be right for you. The intent with going low carb is to reduce the…
Read MoreLow Carb – A good nutrition plan for many of us
Whether you’re trying to lower your blood sugars, lose a few pounds, decrease inflammation or prevent chronic disease, a low carb nutrition plan may be the way to go. We now know the low fat approach introduced back in the 1970s doesn’t work for most people. Since we took much the fat out of our…
Read MoreNew take on an old favourite – upgraded corned beef hash
If you’re a typical Maritimer like me, chances are you grew up enjoying such delicacies as Hereford canned corned beef mixed with potatoes and onions and fried into a yummy hash. I loved my corned beef hash with a dollop of ketchup on the side. Comfort food doesn’t get more down home than this! Back…
Read MoreBring the gift of gratitude to your festivities
By this point, your holiday preparations are hopefully almost done. Maybe a few last minute purchases and finishing touches to make. With the bulk of the errands, tasks and big chores complete, now might the time to think about the actual experiences you will have with your family, friends and loved ones. How do you…
Read MoreTop 10 wellness books to gift this year
Books are among my favourite things in the whole world. They are also one of my top gifts to give and receive. There’s nothing better than cracking the spine of a new book over the holidays and settling in for a good read. If you’re thinking of giving the gift of health this season, you…
Read MoreSelf nourishment for a stress-free holiday
I can hardly believe we are into December already! For many of you, the next few weeks will be a whirlwind of baking, shopping, organizing, eating, preparing, spending, drinking, wrapping and socializing. And while much of this can be fun and joyful, along with it comes stress and overwhelm. By the end of it you’re worn…
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