From our health care practitioners, parents, TV and magazine advertisements, to the Canadian Food Guide, the idea that milk is essential for healthy bones has been drilled into our brains for most of our lives. It is as though mainstream society is  ignoring some of the information about the dangers of milk and eating up the dairy industries’ marketing messages. How sad. The truth is that milk is NOT actually essential for optimal bone health. In fact, the consumption of milk and dairy in general may actually contribute to calcium deficiency, low bone density, and increased risk of osteoporosis.  READ MORE

Freshii is one of my favourite places to eat when I need a healthy quick fix or when I am catering an event. This is because freshii has no problem customizing any dish to provide those with specific dietary needs the foods they desire. Moreover, freshii offers superfoods including quinoa, kale, avocado, blueberries and more! Wohoo!  READ MORE

A fun place to take friends and family, Jack Astor’s Bar & Grill is one stimulating place to dine! Check out their lunch menu and dinner menu options. Jack Astor’s strives to cater to those that want to eat healthy, save some cash and enjoy the fun environment that the restaurant has to offer. Personally, I find that the menu lacks a lot of healthy choices. However, when eating out with friends you may find yourself being steered towards this restaurant. If you do end up there I want to help provide you with some guidance as to what menu options would be the healthiest.  READ MORE

For a mainstream chain restaurant, I found Milestones Bar & Grill to be above par in terms of nutritional needs. The menu is so diverse that its an ideal place to dine when you are with people who have varying taste buds. What is more, the cooks are happy to cater to all common allergies and intolerance, nutritional restrictions, and personal preferences. The website provides a thorough database of the nutritional information (calories, protein, fat, sugar, etc) and an allergy guide that shows what common allergens (wheat, gluten, soy, nuts, dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish, and sulphites) are found in specific dishes.  READ MORE