Strawberry season is right around the corner! Lighten up your meals for summer with this fresh Strawberry Quinoa Salad with Feta. Inspired by the popular Middle Eastern dish tabbouleh - this quinoa salad is made with finely chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, onion, olive oil and lemon juice. This dish is perfect to [...]
A protein-packed, gluten and dairy-free snack rich in probiotics and antioxidants. Have you ever felt like a wild roller coaster of emotions after eating a sugary snack? One minute you're high as a kite, and the next, you're crashing down to Earth like a ton of bricks. Well, fear not, because I have the [...]
Think tracking your cycle stops when you enter menopause? Think again! Tracking your symptoms throughout perimenopause and menopause can help you better inform your doctor about your current health status and get the help you need. There are more than 30 symptoms of menopause - you can only imagine how difficult it would be [...]
The warm weather is finally here to stay! We're looking forward to all that summertime brings, including barbeque hangouts, beach days and good food! Try this Super-Nutrient Avocado Blueberry Smoothie recipe to kick off the new season. This recipe is from our Holistic Nutritionist, Amy Jones who loves supporting clients with all [...]
Calling all sushi lovers! If you love sushi but want something a little more low-carb, try these Nori Sushi Wraps! They're paleo, whole30, gluten-free and delicious! It's Menopause May! In line with our theme this month, Nori (dried seaweed) contains macronutrients, micronutrients and bioactive components that are suggested to be [...]
The average age of menopause is 51. Contrary to popular belief, menopause is not a long-drawn-out period of time. “Menopause” is actually a one-day event that marks the one-year -birthday of your last period. Although the end of bleeding might feel celebratory, many women are confronted with difficult thoughts around aging and attractiveness, weakening [...]
If you're looking for an easy way to add more Omega-3's into your diet, you could try making my favourite (and family-friendly) salmon cakes. Not only are these salmon cakes packed with Omega-3's, but they're also a great source of protein, B vitamins and zinc that make these salmon cakes a powerhouse for supporting [...]
ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects the central nervous system and involves symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Managing thoughts, tasks, time and decisions can be challenging for someone with ADHD (otherwise called executive functioning) and can affect their ability to plan and prepare healthy meals. ADHD affects [...]
Easy-peasy to make, these granola bars are satisfying and full of antioxidant power! Ingredients 1 cup cashew butter 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds 2 tbsp chia seeds 3/4 cup goji berries, soaked 1/3 cup honey 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp sea salt 1 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats 1/3 cup cacao nibs 2 tbsp [...]
Food Fridays: Tuna Pita Pockets Need a fast and easy lunch that's budget-friendly? Try these Tuna Pita Pockets! With all the fun outdoor activities and excursions that spring and summer bring, it can be hard to think of healthy on-the-go options. This no-cook lunch recipe is packed full of nutrition, [...]
