The Role of Diet and Breast Cancer Prevention
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
Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie
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
Vegan Strawberry Oat Squares (nut free)
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
5 Tips for A+ School Lunches
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
Creamy, Decadent Vegan Chocolate Pudding.
This creamy, decadent vegan chocolate pudding is amazing. I got this recipe inspiration from a friend on vacation, my girls loved it, as did I. I like to place a plate of fruit on the table at dinner time for dessert. We have been enjoying
Our Favorite Summer Salads
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
Dark Chocolate Raspberry Nice Cream.(vegan)
Ice cream ice cream, you scream, we scream for ice cream! I can’t think of a better summer treat than ice cream. I am a classic chocolate and vanilla type of girl when it comes to ice cream. Since, I have plenty of banana’s in
My Top 5 Healthy Foods for Busy Moms
If there is one thing I have learned from being a mom is meal planning and plan for the unexpected. I am sure we can all relate to that time when you got home late, forgot to remove protein from the freezer for dinner, and
Roasted Strawberry with Greek Yogurt Popsicles
Happy Popsicle week! Summer is finally here on the West Coast. These delicious refreshing roasted strawberry with greek yogurt popsicles are a perfect way to beat the heat. I predict a hot summer which means my Vitamix will be busy. Popsicles for breakfast, you must think
Strawberry Rhubarb Baked Oatmeal
I am a total believer in starting your day with a delicious healthy breakfast like this strawberry rhubarb baked oatmeal. Personally, it sets the tone for the rest of my day. During the week, we always eat oats in some form to keep us full.
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