Why is everyone going nuts about nuts!

Not only are nuts an excellent source of unsaturated fats including omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, they are also chock-full of vitamins and minerals. Specifically, vitamin E, copper, manganese, magnesium and zinc are all found in high amounts in nuts. Also, certain nuts, such as walnuts are great sources of phytonutrients.

If you are someone who received the false information that nuts make you fat because they contain fat, then I encourage you to read the following article READ MORE

Raw nuts are a fabulous source of healthy fats that will help you look good and feel fabulous. This recipe is one of my favorites because of the variety of nuts in it. Try it out and see how easy it can be to make healthy creamy dips! Be sure to dip all your favorite veggies in and enjoy it for snack time.  READ MORE

News flash! Fat doesn’t make us fat! Has anyone noticed the fat-free craze that has been sweeping the nation since the late 80’s? It seems like everywhere we look there are marketing labels touting fat-free! As if to make us think that eating dietary fat is what actually makes us gain body fat. It’s time to undress this issue to uncover the dirty truth about this fat madness.  READ MORE

Many people enjoy a cold glass of creamy milk, but not everyone can drink it – either because they are lactose intolerant, sensitive to it or may avoid it for other health reasons. Lactose is the sugar found in milk products. People who are lactose intolerant are missing an enzyme called lactase that is responsible for breaking down the sugar. The lactose is then able to get into the colon undigested and cause gas, bloating, diarrhea, and abdominal cramping. According to the Canadian Digestive Health Foundation, this is a condition that affects over 7 million Canadians.  READ MORE