A plant-based diet is not without exception when it comes to health risks, as a new U.K.-based study confirmed that participants who ate a diet high in plant-based ultra-processed food (UPF) were more likely to experience negative cardiovascular health factors compared to Read More
When it comes to GI health, there’s often a focus on eating probiotic-packed foods. However, all of the other foods you eat–including proteins–can influence the composition of the bacteria in your gut microbiome, too. Some are more beneficial than others. Keep reading Read More
Diet guide: Butter and margarine are packed with trans fats and saturated fats. Instead choose alternatives like olive oil, avocado oil, or nut-based spreads as these can butter up your health (Image: Canva) Dietary fats come in three types: saturated, monounsaturated, and Read More
June 13, 2024 Abacus Data conducted a nationwide survey earlier this year (1,500 Canadian adults from February 29 to March 6, 2024) to explore health perceptions among Canadians. The findings from this study underscore the impact of cultural trends and advances in Read More
White rice may be at the top of the list for foods that have a bad reputation. Not only is it looked down upon because of its starchy composition, but it’s also often picked less because of its white coloring. Even health Read More
Protein is important for many body parts, from your hair to muscles, and is crucial in keeping the structure of your body healthy. You may know that legumes, dairy, meat, poultry and seafood are protein sources, but did you know that some Read More
In a world where fast food often trumps fresh produce, getting children to choose vegetables over chips can feel like a Herculean task for many parents. But what if the secret to enticing young palates lay not in the kitchen’s artistry but Read More
Breadcrumb Trail Links Diet & Fitness Published Jun 12, 2024 • 2 minute read Packages of “Impossible Foods” burgers and Beyond Meat made from plant-based substitutes for meat products sit on a shelf for sale on November 15, 2019 in New York Read More
Any trip to the beach isn’t complete without the essentials: towels, sunscreen, and, of course, snacks. “Portable, on-the-go snacks are necessary in the summer, but it’s important to pack snacks with temperature needs in mind,” says Vicki Shanta Retelny, RDN, the Chicago-based Read More