How to manage your food cravings

If you read part one of this 2 part blog post, you’ll know that more research is needed to truly understand food cravings. We all have them and we all give in to them sometimes. In an ideal world, our food environment and advertising wouldn’t take advantage of our natural tendencies. In the meantime, try…

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Cholesterol: Facts & Myths

Part of This article is shared with permission from Metabolic Balance Canada. To learn more about the metabolic balance nutrition concept book your complimentary information session here Many people cringe when “cholesterol” is mentioned as it is associated with unpleasant topics such as obesity and disease. Not to mention the conflicting and confusing information out…

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How to cut disease -promoting inflammation with foods

Inflammation. It’s not just for health headlines. It’s a fact. Scientists are measuring levels of inflammation in our bodies and finding that it can be pretty bad for our health; this is especially true when it’s chronic (i.e. lasts a long time). Inflammation has been linked to obesity, heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and diabetes, just to…

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Three Must Eat Breakfast Foods

Are you a breakfast eater?  Or dare I ask are you a “healthy” breakfast eater?  Maybe you need some inspiration for a few great breakfast foods.  Maybe you don’t have time and you need some healthy ideas for “grab and go” mornings – who doesn’t ever run short on time in the mornings? Maybe you’re…

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