This recipe is all about the warm, aromatic flavours of Morocco. Ras el hanout, a spice blend with depths of ginger, cinnamon, and cardamom, is the star. Combine it with olive oil, garlic, and lemon zest (optiona) to create a fragrant marinade. Let your chicken soak up all that goodness for at least 3 hours, or ideally, overnight for maximum flavour.
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The holiday season brings joy, along with tempting sweets that can derail healthy habits. With some planning, though, you can stay on track and feel your best. This guide shares science-backed tips for balanced eating and self-care over the holidays. Learn how small steps like hydrating, filling up before parties, and watching portions allow you to indulge mindfully. Discover how focusing on nutrition-packed dishes, activity, and emotional wellness helps combat stress and overindulgence. Get recipes for roasted pear french toast, sweet potato crostini apps, and more holiday foods proving healthy can still be delicious. Join the journey towards feeling vibrant this holiday season while still enjoying Gather with loved ones over flavourful, moderate meals. Our tips help you manage cravings and avoid the post-holiday regret while finding joyful moments. This holiday season, nurture yourself along with cherished traditions - your future self will thank you. holiday-health-guide
The key focus is on setting expectations around enjoying the holidays while maintaining balance and self-care. The excerpt highlights actionable tips and recipes while speaking to common emotional challenges. As a bonus, there are 3 delicious recipes.
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After 9 months of being pregnant, you may have gained some additional ‘baby weight’ caused by cravings and less exercise (and eating for two). Certain muscles may have also been weakened by the process of childbirth (i.e. pelvic floor muscles).
Exercising can help you to lose the baby weight and strengthen weakened muscles, while also being good for your mental health.
That said, you need to be careful of which exercises you do - especially straight after giving birth.
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Eggplant Parmigiana, also known as Melanzane alla Parmigiana, is a classic Italian dish that has captured the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts worldwide. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the depths of this delectable dish, revealing its rich history, the art of crafting the perfect Eggplant Parmigiana, and tips to savour it at its finest. Prepare to embark on a gastronomic journey through the flavours of Italy.
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Are you ready for winter?
For those of you who think winter is still a long ways away, I hate to break it to you, but we here in Kamloops, British Columbia actually received snow the other day! I’m talking an accumulation that is still on the ground and covering rooftops! At least it is at the higher elevations where we live - that is definitely a price we pay for living in the beautiful mountains.
Regardless of whether or not you’ve seen the white stuff this fall, things are definitely cooling down everywhere. And cooler weather means it’s time to dig out the crockpot!
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As the summer season kicks off, I thought it was about time I shared another delicious recipe with you!
This one has many variations and can be spiced up to suit your individual tastes - but one thing is always the same… it’s delicious!
I made this recipe with boneless pork chops, but you could easily use a pork tenderloin, cut into pieces, or chicken instead. You can also spice it up with more or different dried spices if you like. You can use fresh ginger for the sauce or ground. You can bake these as I did, or fry them in your cast iron with a little coconut oil. The possibilities are endless!
So I certainly hope you give this recipe, in any variation, a try the next time you have dinner guests over or simply want a healthy meal that’s a little different from your ordinary go-to’s. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if this recipe made it’s way into your regular rotation!
I get it. This is a strange and unprecedented time that we, along with the entire world, are navigating at the moment.
Times are stressful and uncertain. You may be trying to figure out how to occupy the kids, manage your time, get some long-overdue cleaning done, and figure out what to make for dinner.
It’s also likely that there are half-empty shelves and picked-through produce at your local grocery store. The food that you were hoping to pick up may no longer be available. Now what? What do you make for dinner tonight?
This is where I come in.
This week, I’d like to offer up some recipes for easy home-cooked meals that can be made using foods you likely have in your pantry. I’ll also include some suggestions as to how you can amend the recipes based on what foods are actually on your shelves. Hopefully, this will provide you with a renewed sense of excitement in the kitchen.
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The term "leaky gut" has been thrown around a lot lately.
Do you think you may have one? How do you know? And if you do, what can you do about it?
Leaky gut can be linked to many different conditions; especially ones related to the gut and chronic inflammation. While there may not be one definitive test to diagnose a leaky gut just yet, there are some known dietary and lifestyle factors that can make it better or worse.
In this week’s blog post, I’ll dive into those factors right after telling you a bit about what it is, how it occurs, and what some of the common symptoms are.
Plus, you’re in for a treat this week. I’m also sharing one of my favourite chicken broth recipes that is slow-cooked and oh so comforting!
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Remember when P.F. Chang's Lettuce Wraps hit the food scene? They were certainly a hit. And since that time, lettuce has become a culinary rock star when it comes to wraps and healthier eating. Yes. Lettuce. Lettuce isn’t only for salads any more... it’s now considered a "bun" and a "tortilla.”
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Ever wonder what makes a sweet potato sweet? Curious if sweet potatoes are healthy?
Have you been on the hunt for a sweet potato fry recipe that isn’t soggy or disappointing?
Wonder no longer and look no further! Check out this week’s blog post to discover more!
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If you haven’t already done so, please sign up to receive my newsletters for more information about brain health, neuronutrition, lifestyle tips, and nutritional advice. Of course, if I can help you or a loved one with your nutritional needs, make an appointment to see me today!
As always, I welcome your thoughts and value your feedback. Let me know what you think by dropping me a line or commenting below. Please share, comment and like us on Facebook and and my YouTube channel.
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If you haven’t already done so, please sign up to receive my newsletters for more information about brain health, neuronutrition, lifestyle tips, and nutritional advice. Of course, if I can help you or a loved one with your nutritional needs, make an appointment to see me today!
As always, I welcome your thoughts and value your feedback. Let me know what you think by dropping me a line or commenting below. Please share, comment and like us on Facebook and be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel.
If you haven’t already done so, please sign up to receive my newsletters for more information about brain health, neuronutrition, lifestyle tips, and nutritional advice. Of course, if I can help you or a loved one with your nutritional needs, make an appointment to see me today!
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Nothing screams fall like trees beautifully painted in red, orange, and yellow leaves crunching underfoot, and that distinct crisp clean air. As the days get shorter and the weather continues to cool off, nothing warms the bones like a good hearty stew.
And what’s more fun for fall than cooking in a pumpkin?
Keep reading to check out my unique recipe for a hearty fall stew cooked inside a pumpkin - Happy cooking and stay warm out there!
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