Posts in Nutrition
The Nutritional Power of Root Vegetables

Root vegetables have long been a staple in cuisines around the world, and their importance becomes even more pronounced during the winter months when the climate can pose a challenge to fresh produce availability. They can be stored for long periods without losing a significant amount of their nutritional value, providing a continuous supply of essential vitamins and minerals.

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Crispy Sesame Tofu with Noodles

It’s the time of year when Simple is at the top of our list. Holidays are over, kids are back to school, and we are immersed in our routine, likely with the added responsibilities of our New Year’s resolutions.
I turn to quick, nutrient-dense recipes to feed my family at this time and Crispy Sesame Tofu with Noodles meets our needs.

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Inflammaging Series: PART I - Learn about the Health Effects of Inflammation + Aging

Achieving your personal long-term goals is supported by your day-by-day, step-by-step actions, including the things you do for your health. Without your health, how many of these would be possible? We all get physically older at the same rate: one year, every year. Know that the journey doesn’t have to be filled with aches, pains, and medications and your biological age can be younger than your physical age.

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Sleep and Your Microbiome

While you may already know the importance of sleep to support your overall physical and mental wellbeing - did you also know a healthy microbiome supports a better sleep? Sleep can be improved by addressing gut health and gut health can be improved by better sleep. Let’s look at strategies that can help you do both.

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5 Favourite Herbs for Health

Herbs growing in your garden and stored in your kitchen cabinets have played important roles throughout the history of human civilization. Although we don’t consume mass quantities of them as a big calorie source, they make an important contribution to a healthy diet nevertheless. Besides adding flavour and protecting against microbes, herbs provide high levels of antioxidants – some of the highest values found in any food.

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