This morning on Saskatoon Global News Morning, I spoke about turmeric and the challenges faced when trying to reap the benefits from its active ingredient, curcumin. Here's a summary: What is...
Tofu is made from pressed, whole soybeans (you can learn more about soy here), and as per the 2017 Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Food Allergy, soybeans are a common food allergen...
Omega 3 fatty acids are an important essential nutrient that we must attain from foods (our bodies cannot make omega 3 fats). Fatty fish, like salmon, is a good source of the omega 3s DHA and EPA,...
If you've ever set a resolution to diet and lose weight, you likely know by now that it wasn't sustainable. Today on Saskatoon Global News Morning Brooke shared her top 3 (non-diet) tips for having...
Truth bomb - kale has never been a favourite leafy green vegetable. In fact, I've often struggled to find a way to enjoy kale. So for a very long time I simply didn't even try. And it's totally okay...
Reflecting on the food and nutrition trends for this year, so many of them related to carbohydrates - from avocado toast and prebiotics to workout recovery and low carb diets. For my last segment of...
We know sleep is important for our overall well being, and it's also associated with diabetes, heart disease, mental health and performance. But can sleep affect our nutrition choices, and do our...
Having travelled to Thailand, I know that this dish is by no means authentic. But it certainly adds a whole new set of flavours and textures that may brighten up a boring supper routine. While this...
Brooke was live today from Saskatoon Global News Morning, talking about Agriculture Month with Fiona! Brooke partnered up with canolaeatwell.com to bring awareness of where our food comes from, and...
October is Agriculture month in Saskatchewan so it's a great time to appreciate the farmers hard at work harvesting their crops, and to celebrate our local agriculture. This stew couldn't be closer...
Nothing says Fall, harvest time, or Thanksgiving than the flavour and aroma of pumpkin. This particular recipe is dear to me as I discovered it in my late grandmother's old batter-spattered notebook...
Overnight Oats (ONO) are a great option for people who feel rushed in the morning and the last thing they have time for is deciding what to have for breakfast. ONO are prepared ahead time so it not...
This morning I shared my favourite, healthy processed foods on Global News Morning. Healthy processed food? Thought processed food couldn't be part of a healthful diet? Aside from my philosophy where...
Today I joined Jackie on Saskatoon Global News Morning to share my ideas for using pears! Pears have a short season, starting with California pears (sponsored) from late July to late August, leading...
Have you ever grilled pears? OMG, they're delicious! I love a good summer salad but I get bored with my same old go-tos and incorporating fruit that's in season is a great way to add excitement to...
You guys! I've been wanting to play around with blueberries and basil for awhile now and the timing is perfect because my basil is thriving and I have a lot of it! I am so excited about this smoothie...