Legumes may sound exotic, but they’re really just a kitchen staple. If you’ve ever enjoyed beans or peas, you’ve already tasted these nutritional powerhouses. With over 16,000 varieties, legumes come in all shapes, sizes, and flavours. They’re a fantastic addition to your diet, being low in fat, cholesterol-free, and loaded with protein, calcium, fiber, and […]
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Ah, back-to-school season – the time when the alarm clock becomes your enemy, socks mysteriously disappear, and you’re faced with the daily grind of packing a lunch that won’t come back half-eaten – or be pitched. While my university-age kids have graduated to the world of designer ramen and late-night takeout, I still recall the
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Greetings, health-conscious readers! Did you know that Sunday was World Health Day? It’s a global initiative that’s been going strong since 1950, thanks to the World Health Organization. This year’s theme got us thinking: “My health, my right.” It’s all about ensuring that everyone has access to quality health services, education, and information. Plus, it
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Welcome to the inaugural post of our “Taste Tester” series in this year’s Vince’s newsletter. Every month or so, we’ll be diving fork-first into some of our more intriguing and sometimes unusual food items. And who’s doing the tasting? Regular folks like you and me! Here’s the deal: I’m no high-and-mighty food critic, and won’t
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Bigger may be better when it comes to bank accounts and flat-screen TVs, but in the world of berries – in particular, the blueberry – the smaller, more intense ‘wild’ variety are definitely my top pick. Don’t get me wrong, all blueberries are delicious and considered a superfood. The wild ones, which are about the
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When it comes to a delicious food that packs a big nutritional punch, mushrooms are a great addition to any meal. These humble fungi come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and tastes. They also offer a load of health benefits, from boosting your immune system to keeping your heart healthy. Mushrooms are as good
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Some of my favourite TV spots were those “Ditch the Shell” pistachio commercials featuring a cranky turtle besting a pair of clueless ad execs. I may not prefer my pistachios “sans shell” but I do appreciate the cornball humour! Indeed, removing the shell is all part of the experience, and the extra effort not only
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Fall dining puts me in mind of hearty root vegetables. Those I like, and those I’ve finally grown to enjoy – like the parsnips, turnips and beets I refused to eat as a kid. Back then, they were boiled and served with little to no sauces or seasonings. “You’re not leaving the table until every last
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Whether or not you’re on a whole-foods diet, keto, or some other nutritional plan, it is often recommended to eat more nuts. If, like me, you have no allergy or sensitivity to them, nuts offer numerous health benefits. And nut butters, depending on brand, do qualify as a “whole food.” Some manufacturers add salt, sugar,
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