Food Reviews

Turmeric - How Much do You Really Need for Health Benefits?

Turmeric - How Much do You Really Need for Health Benefits?

Posted in Nutrition Tips / Food Reviews / Controversy / Media

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 turmeric? Turmeric is a spice derived from the root of the turmeric plant and it’s a member of the...


Unlocking the Potential of... Prunes?

Unlocking the Potential of... Prunes?

Posted in Nutrition Tips / Food Reviews / Recipes / Snacks

March is Dietitians of Canada Nutrition Month and this year’s campaign is dedicated to 'Unlock the Potential of Food'. Food has the potential to fuel, discover, prevent, heal, and bring us together. This presents a great opportunity to highlight a food that many people may not consider as...


Sunshine in a Can!

Sunshine in a Can!

Posted in Nutrition Tips / Food Reviews / Media

We are well into winter here in the prairies and with it, we say goodbye to all the fresh produce of the Summer and Fall seasons, including fresh Canadian peaches. Although Canada doesn’t have a winter peach industry, I have teamed up with California Cling Peaches to shed some light on...


Stars Swear by it, But is Apple Cider Vinegar Really Good for your Health?

Stars Swear by it, But is Apple Cider Vinegar Really Good for your Health?

Posted in Nutrition Tips / Food Reviews / Controversy / Media

This past winter, Brooke had the pleasure of working with journalist, Vanessa Milne and Chatelaine magazine, to uncover some of the hype and research around apple cider vinegar. Find the article...


Bountiful Berries

Bountiful Berries

Posted in Food Reviews

For the past week I've been staying with my parents in the Crowsnest Pass Alberta, nestled in the beautiful rocky mountains. Aside from a much needed visit with Mom and Dad, we've kept ourselves busy with fishing, rock climbing, hiking and biking - enjoying the great outdoors!  Every...