6 Amazing Health Benefits of Cinnamon

6 Amazing Health Benefits of Cinnamon

Posted by on Apr 15, 2014 in Whole Foods

cinnamon Over the years I’ve always been a fan of cinnamon. As a kid growing up, I loved the heat of cinnamon hearts on Valentine’s Day and my choice of chewing gum was always cinnamon flavor. Since studying holistic nutrition at the Institute of Holistic Nutrition, I quickly learned that cinnamon hearts and flavored gum needed healthy replacements. No problem! Knowing that cinnamon is high in fiber, I decided to use cinnamon not only because it tastes great but also for its ability to keep my system clean. Adding cinnamon to muffins and smoothies became a new healthy habit and a great way to create tasty and healthy desserts and snacks. Cinnamon also has an amazing effect on improving vitality. Yes, my workouts became stronger because cinnamon improves blood circulation and, what a bonus, it also brings down cholesterol levels. I guess with cleaner arteries there is more room for blood to flow!  READ MORE

Bees make more than honey! Get the health benefits of Manuka honey, bee pollen, propolis, and royal jelly.

Bees make more than honey! Get the health benefits of Manuka honey, bee pollen, propolis, and royal jelly.

Posted by on Mar 31, 2014 in Whole Foods

There are so many healing powers in nature, it really is unbelievable. Most people think of honey as a delicious ingredient to add to their desserts, have in their tea or spread on a piece of toast, but did you know that honey, as well as a myriad of other bee products, have some pretty amazing healing powers? READ MORE

3 Reasons You Need To Eat Tart Cherries + Smoothie Recipe

3 Reasons You Need To Eat Tart Cherries + Smoothie Recipe

Posted by on Jan 19, 2014 in Recipes/ Whole Foods

tart cherries It is a very well known fact that blueberries, cranberries and oranges are all antioxidant powerhouses, but did you know that tart cherries also pack quite a nutrient punch?  Known primarily for their use in cooking, tart cherries have also long been used by traditional healers as a folk remedy for a variety of ailments and diseases. Keep reading to find out the hidden health secrets of tart cherries and why adding this red superfood to your diet will be the sweetest thing you can do for your health! READ MORE

Explosive Power of G-BOMBS

Explosive Power of G-BOMBS

Posted by on Jan 14, 2014 in Health Tips/ Whole Foods

g-bombs Given our own personal not-so-fun journeys with cancer and weight struggles, we’re always on the look-out for nutritional gems that target both disease prevention and weight loss. Well ladies, equip your kitchen with G-BOMBS – your ultimate kick-ass defence against cancer AND weight gain. An acronym coined by NY Times best-selling author and nutritional researcher, Joel Fuhrman, MD, ‘G-BOMBS’ refers to a group of nutrient-dense foods that fight both cancer and flab.  READ MORE

Aloe Vera: Health benefits when eating it!

Aloe Vera: Health benefits when eating it!

Posted by on Nov 1, 2013 in Whole Foods

aloe vera My previous blog outlined the topical uses of aloe vera barbadensis. Click here to read it! This blog will focus on the health benefits obtained by ingesting the gel.

Depending on the species, when you eat or drink the gel of an aloe vera plant, you may experience a bitter taste or no taste at all. To hide that bitterness add the gel to your smoothie or chop it into pieces and put it on your salads or in soups. Be creative! After all, the more bitter, the higher the health properties.  READ MORE

Topical Benefits of Aloe Vera

Topical Benefits of Aloe Vera

Posted by on Nov 1, 2013 in Health Tips/ Whole Foods

One of my fondest childhood memories is coming home from a day at the beach, and cutting an Aloe Vera leaf to put its gel on my sunburned shoulders. As a pale skinned girl living in Costa Rica, I can say that I’ve had quite the experiences with sunburns, and Aloe Vera was the BEST remedy to heal my skin! This “immortality plant”, as the Egyptians called it, is definitely one of my favorite super foods, and it’s great to be able to share with you the health benefits that can be obtained from it. READ MORE

Hemp Seeds: Get High, Naturally.

Hemp Seeds: Get High, Naturally.

Posted by on Nov 1, 2013 in Whole Foods

benefits of hemp seeds Whoa whoa whoa, you didn’t think I was talking about marijuana, did you?

No, dearest readers, I’m not talking about Mary J…I’m talking about a cousin of hers, hemp. READ MORE

Flax Seeds: Answers to your top 13 burning questions

Flax Seeds: Answers to your top 13 burning questions

Posted by on Nov 1, 2013 in Whole Foods

benefits of flax Flax seeds have been a hot topic these days. We often hear that they’ve got lots of fibre and are generally a good thing to add to our diet whenever we can. But many of us still have questions…How exactly should I use flax? Can I bake with it? Is there a difference between the golden and brown flax seeds? Should I buy whole or ground flax? Which is better, the seeds or the oil? READ MORE

It’s Time To Invite Coconut Butter Into Your Life!

It’s Time To Invite Coconut Butter Into Your Life!

Posted by on Oct 28, 2013 in Whole Foods

coco butter You’ve probably heard about the wonders of coconut oil by now – this beloved fat has swept the natural health industry, as we nutritionists speak of its many healthful properties, holding it near and dear to our hearts. Yes, I simply love coconut oil…and I also love coconut butter. READ MORE

To Eat Wheat Or Not To Eat Wheat… That Is The Question!

To Eat Wheat Or Not To Eat Wheat… That Is The Question!

Posted by on Oct 25, 2013 in Products Undressed/ Whole Foods

wheat bread basket To eat wheat or not to eat wheat…. That is the question! I find that the two most controversial foods today are dairy and wheat. This is interesting because they also have two of the most well funded lobby groups focused on convincing us that no matter what, we need to consume them to be healthy. Have you taken a look at the Canadian Food guide lately? It’s overloaded with these two food products. I find this interesting since some of the healthiest people I know don’t eat either!  READ MORE