Health and Wellness

A new month–especially as we enter a new season–always means some fun new sales are coming our way. This October, we know we’ll be swinging by Whole Foods for irresistible wine sales and Walmart for sweet potato-based macaroni and cheese. But we’d be remiss if we left Costco out of the October sale conversation. The bulk retailer has…

Like olives, cilantro and licorice, cottage cheese is a food that some people love while others hate. You probably have a container of cottage cheese on hand all the time if you are a fan. It can be used to make your favorite dishes, or as savoury snacks. It’s frustrating to discover that you’ve not eaten it…

You may have even put a few things in your cart (guilty! You may even have put some items in your shopping cart (guilty!) There are second chances. Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are here, and I am ready. I have compiled a list of some of my favorite Amazon kitchen deals. As a dietitian and a consumer, I spend…

For the Apple Enthusiast: A Culinary Celebration of Autumn’s Favorite Fruit Apples are more than just the fruit of knowledge; they are a symbol of the cozy autumn season, bringing with them the promise of crisp air and festive gatherings. From tangy and tart to sweet and juicy, apples can seamlessly find their way into…

Why Do You Put Chia Seeds in Overnight Oats? Chia seeds up the nutrition content in overnight oats. They’re loaded with good-for-your-gut fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, which help calm inflammation in your body and may protect you from chronic disease. They also add a nice protein boost to this recipe. Besides their nutritional qualities,…

Nutrition Notes Is Canola Oil Healthy? Due to the spread of false claims on social media and its wide use in ultra-processed foods, canola oil has gotten a bad reputation—but canola oil is healthy and can be part of a well-balanced diet. Canola oil is low in saturated fat and high in unsaturated fats, including…

The Last Avocado Toast Recipe You’ll Ever Need Avocado toast has become a cultural and culinary phenomenon. Loved for its rich flavor, creamy texture, and nutritional benefits, this dish has found its way into cafes, cookbooks, and social media feeds worldwide. However, with the myriad of variations available, it can be overwhelming to find that…

Weeknight Lemon Chicken Skillet Dinner Ingredients 12 ounces baby red potatoes, halved 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, pounded to 3/4-inch thickness ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 2 thyme sprigs 4 ounces cremini mushrooms, quartered 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme ¼…

Roasted Cabbage Salad Recipe Ingredients 1 small head green cabbagechopped into 1-inch pieces (about 8 cups) 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oildivided 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 large clove garlicgrated with a Microplane 1/4 teaspoon ground pepperplus more…