The colours of fruits and vegetables (their pigments) hold many secrets to their function in our bodies.  Those brilliant colours are bursting with nutrients that work together to maintain metabolism. stimulate our mitochondrial function (the "energy" centres of our...

ZINC:  Tiny Mineral - Powerhouse of Health There's so much about eating healthy and "getting enough vitamins and minerals" information these days, that it can be hard to know what all these nutrients are doing for you.  Follow me as we journey through some very...

I love broth!  It is so warming and healing - it's a great way to nourish and sustain during intermittent fasting and while I usually go with a nice, flavourful chicken bone broth, I actually like BEEF broth better.  It's a nice change from chicken and the rich taste...

Happy Valentine's Day. Let's have some chocolate.  This grain-free, no flour chocolate cake is perfect for sharing with friends or a special someone this Valentine's Day.  Decorate with a drizzling of melted dark chocolate, topped with some fresh berries and mint...

HYDRATE This Winter If you’re not a snow person (which I am not) then winter presents more challenges than just grey skies and chilly days.  Hey, don’t get me wrong, I love a couple months of ice skating, sledding or a hike in a snowy wood. It’s not the cold...

Butternut Parmesan Pasta Bake    Warm up a chilly Fall day with a creamy and healthy version of mac 'n cheese combined with the healthy benefits of vitamin A with the bright orange of butternut squash.   1 medium butternut squash cut into cubes 2 tablespoons...

Swim Season has begun for my daughter and she is excited for a new year ahead.  It's also the time of year for catching a little cold or flu, so POWER up their SPORTS this Fall with some extra VITAMIN C.  Fortunately, the season's bounty is full of vitamin C with...

Warming Autumn roots Soup with roasted pecans   The humble parsnip gets a makeover in this easy one pot soup that freezes and stores well for lunch!     Assembly of Goodness:   6-8 medium sized parsnips 1/2 -1 small/medium cauliflower chopped into...

    Coconut Flour Bread 3/4 cup coconut flour 1 tsp baking soda Pinch of sea salt 4 whole eggs 3 eggs, separated 4-5 tbsp organic, grass-fed butter 3 tbsp coconut milk 1 tbsp raw honey Organic, cold-pressed, unrefined virgin coconut oil Instructions Preheat...

SUMMER tastes GREAT on the BBQ!   Try these Chili-Lime Steak Tacos for a new twist on your weekend BBQ menu.   1-2 pounds Grilled Steak such as sirloin, NY strip or cut of choice 1 of each (Red and Orange and Yellow) peppers, chopped in large pieces and...