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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Saving my sister’s life with food

The food abuse had been going on for years, leading to obesity, elevated cholesterol, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes.  This  was managed with a myriad of medications. I think at one point she told me she was on nine different medications!  Some 20 years later, it all came to a head with a medical crisis (though there were many…

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Celery, an overlooked vegetable

You probably haven’t given much thought to celery, an often overlooked vegetable.  But think again, this inexpensive vegetable is chock full of nutrients that pack a punch when it comes to our health.  Let me tell you about a few of those health benefits, some that may surprise you: Low calorie, no surprise here and…

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