Nutrition
The Powerful Breakfast
Some of you have asked for more breakfast ideas and this one would definitely give you energy and a good dose of nutrients. We talked about the importance of having breakfast and even though sometimes this is not possible, we always have options and they can be healthy too. This breakfast is high in minerals…
Read MoreThe No Grain Bowl Recipe
This bowl is light, satisfying, and perfect for any time of the day. It contains healthy fats, high fibre, protein, healthy carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. Cinnamon: A great spice that may help with blood sugar balancing, reduces heart disease risk factors, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immunity booster. Hemp Hearts: Contain high amounts of arginine, an amino acid involved…
Read MoreSweet potato pancakes with maple cinnamon Greek Yogurt Recipe
The kids are back in school and schedules are crazy. These sweet potato pancakes are easy to make and packed full of fibre, flavour and fun! What you’ll need for the pancakes: 1 baked sweet potato 2 farm fresh eggs 1/4 cup gluten free oats 1 tablespoon of maple syrup 2 table spoons ground flaxseed…
Read MoreRaw Cacao Powerballs Recipe
INGREDIENTS 2 cups raw, unsalted pecans* 3/4 cup raw cacao powder 6 Medjool dates, pitted 1/2 cup organic green raisins 1 Tbsp coconut oil 1/4 tsp unrefined sea salt 3 Tbsp – 1/4 cup coconut water 1 cup shredded, dried organic unsweetened coconut flakes 1/2 tsp each Ceylon cinnamon, cloves PREPARATION Grind pecans in a…
Read MoreOvernight Double Apple Walnut Oats with Cinnamon and Ginger Recipe
An absolutely ‘winner’ recipe! The secret to this recipe – the combo of organic apple juice or cider and great non-dairy milk (My fave is Edensoy as it’s the best quality, non-chalky non-dairy milk I’ve tasted next to home-made). Prepare several jars and enjoy this protein and fiber rich breakfast a few times this week.…
Read MoreGluten-Free Protein Pancakes Recipe
Gluten-free. Wheat-free. Dairy-free. Sugar-free. Ingredients: ½ cup almond flour (homemade or store bought) 2 tsp. cinnamon ½ tsp salt1 ½ tsp. gluten-free baking powder½ tsp. nutmeg 1 cup almond milk (homemade or store bought)1 whole egg3 tbsp. hemp oil (or canola oil) 1 tbsp. pure maple syrup (or raw agave nectar) ½ cup blueberries (or other…
Read MoreGluten Free Chocolate Coconut Granola Recipe
By Angela Wallace, MSc, RD If making your own bread sounds too difficult, start with this simple and delicious granola. It is filled with whole ingredients, it’s gluten free, and it’s the perfect smoothie bowl or parfait topper. Makes approximately 6 cups of granola (split recipe in half to make less) Ingredients 2 and 1/2…
Read MoreBreakfast Power Bars Recipe
By Dee Miller, canfitpro PRO TRAINER Once you’ve tasted one of these, you’ll never want the store bought ones again. Tuck one of these chewy, sweet and nutty bars into your gym bag for a power packed snack on the go. Ingredients 1 cup (250 mL) almond butter 1 cup (250 mL) pepitas 1 cup…
Read MoreBreakfast of Champions
“Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” You’ve probably heard this before and it is for a good reason, we are “breaking the fast”. Over night our bodies undergo a fasting period of 8-12 hours, and for this reason alone we want to be mindful of what goes in, especially first thing in…
Read MoreYour Best Valentine’s Day
Written by: Sexologist, Dr. Stephen de Wit DHS, MPH, ACSTherapist – Consultant – Speaker Well the big day is here. Can you feel it? Are you flooded with excitement that tonight is going to be a fun and heart felt celebration of your love for your partner culminating with mind blowing sex? If you are like…
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