October is breast cancer awareness month. The latest statistics (Canadian) show that 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Research has shown that diet plays a key role in breast cancer prevention. While not all cancers are caused by…
Happy Thanksgiving Friends! This time of the year always has me reflecting on what’s important. With everything going on in the world this week, I feel more grateful for my family, friends, health, happiness and a safe place to call home. This year we are…
Fall always feels like a fresh start to me. I feel the need to reorganize my kitchen pantry, get back to meal planning. and get a little creative. Now with a new school year in full swing, I have been a busy bee in the kitchen coming…
It’s that time of the year again. Back to school. My first born is in grade one this year, gulp. School lunches add another element of stress to everyday life. Making a healthy lunch that is going to make you and your child happy can…
I love salads and they have been making a regular appearance at our dinner table. The west coast has enjoyed a beautiful hot summer. One of the things I love about summer is the abundance of fresh, seasonal local produce at the farmers market and…
Zest nutrition is a food and nutrition blog written by a dietitian mama. My hope is that through this website I can inspire people to eat and live well by eating simple, fresh ingredients.