Fad diets can seem fun and exciting, but can you maintain them for life? Diets such as Paleo, gluten-free, alkaline, and juice cleanses have been gaining popularity over the past few years. These fad diets or guides to the “healthiest” way to eat can seem fun and exciting: a solution to weight loss, a strategy […]
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Camping is the highlight of many families’ summers, but meal planning can be a challenge for many. Here are seven foods to put on your shopping list. As summer starts to heat up, you’re likely dusting off your camping gear and planning your next adventure at one of BC’s beautiful campgrounds. After exploring the outdoors, […]
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Recent research has highlighted that the cholesterol content of eggs has a minimal effect on blood cholesterol levels. Read on for ways to incorporate them into your diet. Are eggs good for you? The answer has finally been unscrambled. Recent research has highlighted that the cholesterol content of eggs has a minimal effect on […]
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Barbecuing is a great way to cook in the summer but it can also increase the formation of carcinogens. Get tips for reducing them below! The weather is getting warmer and the nights are long: barbecue season is here! Enjoying more time outdoors is a priority for many and barbecuing allows just that. This cooking […]
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Are you one of the many city dwellers without a garden? Did you know that you can still successfully grow many plants, such as herbs, on your patio? Our expert in-house gardener provides tips on growing basil and parsley below. Herbs on your patio: Basil Basil is probably the winning herb to grow in a […]
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Check out our website for many free, downloadable lesson plans for you to use! There are fun lesson plans for all grade levels. Our website is packed with innovative and fun lesson plans for all grade levels. Some popular ones for the primary grades include: Hop to it This food group hopscotch game enables students […]
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Check out some last minute nutrition advice. Whether you are an experienced 10 km runner or you are running the Vancouver Sun Run for the first time, here are some nutrition reminders for these final weeks of preparation: Before training runs, practice eating the foods that you plan to eat before the Sun Run. Everyone […]
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A little planning helps you eat healthy, even on the run. Eating well doesn’t need to take a lot of time. Be prepared with nourishing grab ‘n’ go foods: • Stock your kitchen with nutritious snacks, like veggies, fruit, yogurt, cheese, hard-boiled eggs, seeds and whole grain crackers. • Cook big batches of soup, stew […]
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Relying on Take Out or Tired of Your Mealtime Routine? These are 3 easy tasty meals that can be made in a crunch. Bring back kitchen fun by switching up how you cook and serve supper. • Cook create-it-yourself meals with your kids. Try a family taco, fajita, or salad bar. With everyone helping, meal […]
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