Category: Recipes

Berry Good for your HEART

  Berries are superstars among fruits not only because of their sweet, delicious taste, versatile use, but also because of their health benefits. Berries contain nutrients that are powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents that can reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer. The polyphenols, fibre and Vitamin C content in berries are just some […]

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Moroccan Chicken Stew

Food for your HEART! Moroccan Chicken Stew Our heart healthy chicken stew recipe includes four superfood ingredients: coconut oil, turmeric, cinnamon and unpasteurized local honey (available at health food stores or local farmers’ markets). We serve it on a bed of cooked grains (basmati rice, quinoa or millet) and garnish it with shredded or large-flaked […]

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The Best Healthy Turkey Chili

Healthy turkey chili made with lean ground turkey, kidney beans and corn. This famous recipe is perfectly spiced, packed with plenty of protein and fiber, and is simply the BEST. Make it on the stovetop or in your slow cooker for an easy, delicious weeknight dinner. Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes Total […]

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Michelle’s Favourite Leftover Turkey Salad with Apples and Cranberries

Leftover holiday turkey gets a makeover with this creamy turkey salad. Great for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or enjoying by the spoonful. Ingredients 3-4 cups chopped leftover turkey meat dark, white, or a combination ¾ cup mayonnaise ½ cup diced celery ⅓ cup chopped green onion 1 medium green apple cored, diced ½ cup chopped pecans […]

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Marinated Carrot Salad with Ginger and Sesame Oil

Total Time: 25 mins Yield: 6 Ingredients: 1 pound carrots, peeled and shredded 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1 cup coarsely chopped cilantro 1/2 cup grapeseed oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/3 cup fresh carrot juice 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 1/2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil 3/4 teaspoon fresh ginger juice, squeezed […]

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Nutrition when Travelling

Travelling, whether it be for work or pleasure, can add another layer of difficulty when it comes to nutrition. We are confronted with more things out of our control. If travelling is a regular part of your weekly or monthly routine, the choices you make in those environments will start to impact your body’s functioning. […]

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Salsa Verde Salmon with Tomatoes & Brown Rice

Trying to increase healthy fats in your diet. This recipe offers 37% of your daily recommended fat intake, most of which is omega-3 fatty acids from the salmon and omega-9 fatty acids from the olive oil. INGREDIENTS (for 2 servings): 1/2 cup Brown Rice (dry, uncooked) 2 tbsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil (divided) 10 ozs […]

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Dr. Deanna’s Favourite Double Chocolate Mint Energy Balls

INGREDIENTS (for 6 servings): 1/2 cup (6 pitted) Medjool dates 1/2 cup Almonds (raw) 2 tbsp Cacao Powder + extra for coating 1 tbsp Cacao Nibs 1/8 tsp Sea Salt 1/2 tsp Peppermint Extract 1 tbsp Water DIRECTIONS: Add the dates, almonds, cacao powder, cacao nibs, sea salt and peppermint extract to the bowl of […]

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