Mothers Milk is the perfect food. It symbolizes the connection between mother and child. Cow’s milk is also considered an excellent food due to its high quantities of calcium and protein. But is it really? Studies show that countries that consume the highest amount of dairy also have the highest incidence of osteoporosis. Furthermore, depending on a person’s condition or symptoms, naturopathic doctors or nutritionists may suggest that they stop consuming milk and dairy products as part of an elimination diet.  READ MORE

When I was a kid I went through a stage where I was a picky eater. I’m sure that it drove my mom crazy! One day to the next she would never know what I would and wouldn’t eat. For some foods I legitimately didn’t like the taste or texture. However, there were other foods for which I don’t recall ever disliking the taste, I just didn’t like the idea of them. Brussels sprouts were one of those foods.  READ MORE

Do it with walnuts! They are the real brain food and with their two-lobed appearance resembling a brain, it’s no wonder they support our cognitive function and can help in sharpening our memory. Adding them to our diet can be an important step in optimizing nutrition, as well as improving our brain and heart health. READ MORE

I love kale!  This super awesome vegetable has beautiful rich green leaves that scream nutrients.  They taste wonderfully with your favourite meat, fish or vegetarian dish and they are easy to cook with.  This cruciferous vegetable is considered to be one of the healthiest vegetables out there and is definitely worth including in your diet.  Although Kale is available all year round, you can find them more widely available and sweeter in taste in the middle of winter and through to the beginning of spring. READ MORE