Month: September 2014

5 Benefits of Meal Planning

September 10, 2014 3 Comments

With summer drawing to a close and regular schedules on track again, most of us will get back to very hectic routines. Mealtimes and “cooking up” lunches can become a real headache. Did you know that according to a survey conducted by Dietitians of Canada in 2012, only a third of Canadians plans their meals? […]

22 Hospital Foods From Around The World

September 10, 2014 1 Comment

Who said you can’t eat well in hospitals? Hospital food doesn’t have the best reputation, in general, but you could be surprised, especially if you travel. With these 22 pictures, put together by the American website BuzzFeed, see for yourself how patients eat around the world.

Healthy snacks for optimum energy

September 8, 2014 No Comments

In order to maintain a stable rate of blood sugar (blood glucose level), it’s important to eat at regular intervals and to have healthy snacks between meals, especially if you spend more than 3 or 4 hours without food. But which snack should you choose? To remain energized all day long, you should pair a […]

Healthy cafeteria options

September 7, 2014 No Comments

Making lunches for your kids helps fuel their bodies and minds at school. But if you know they plan on eating in the cafeteria or getting take-out, it’s a good idea to share these tips to help them choose a healthier lunch.

A low-carb pizza???

September 6, 2014 No Comments

Everyone loves pizza, especially kids. But people on a diet try to avoid it, as it might pile on the kilos. Yet it can be part of a balanced diet, as long as it’s not buried under high-calorie toppings. And you can also rustle up some amazing as well as delicious variations. For example, try […]

The Challenges of a Vegan Diet

September 5, 2014 No Comments

First let’s define a vegan diet: Vegans don’t consume any animal product including eggs, dairy, honey, gelatine, etc. When you eliminate an entire category of food, you must absolutely ensure that all the nutrients normally present in this category are found elsewhere. For example, calcium in dairy products and vitamin D that is added to milk and […]

staying in shape

5 tips for staying in shape

September 2, 2014 No Comments

With all this back-to-school stress, staying in shape and healthy eating can become the least of your worries. Your routine is turning upside down and schedules are somewhat unpredictable. The following strategies will help you during this busy time of year.

5 tips for our little runners

September 2, 2014 No Comments

Running is a sport that’s easily accessible to all. No doubt this is one of the reasons why it’s hugely popular. And many parents have even told me how much they are bonding with their kid(s) since they started running together as a family. Other parents have several questions about children practicing this sport. For […]

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