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Ginger molasses cookies with orange zest

Tis the season for baking! The dietitian’s at my work always do a cookie exchange. This year I decided to up my game and make a different cookie. I am a creature of habit and usually make these sugar cookies. This year I decided to

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Winter Harvest Kale Salad

I love a good salad. During the winter months, I love making sturdy kale salads that are good for the week. With the holiday season in full swing, we don’t want to forget about eating our greens. This vibrant winter harvest kale salad will be

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November is national osteoporosis month

November is national osteoporosis month. Osteoporosis is a chronic disease that slowly weakens bones. Osteoporosis is caused by low bone mass; which increases the risk for bone fractures.  Diet and lifestyle play an important role in keeping our bones strong and healthy. Maintaining strong healthy

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Apple, Pear, Chia Seed Pudding (vegan)

Delicious, healthy and easy to make. This chia seed pudding is made with local apples and pears which taste amazing this time of the year. Once fall hits, we are eating our weight in apples and pears. We always try to eat in season and

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5 tips to reduce your food waste

I was driving to work last week, listening to the news.  A recent study reported that the average Canadian household waste $ 1100/ year (30 percent) of their food. Research suggests Canada is one of the worst countries when it comes to food waste. Climate is

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Apple Crisp

And just like that Fall is here on the West Coast. It’s been a busy start to the school year with school lunches and activities. The girls and I went apple picking before all the craziness of school activities started. I do look foward to

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Refreshing summer peach salsa

Summer is coming to an end in a month (sigh). We have had an epic summer, to the point where I am secretly dreading next week. From the late night nights, long beach days, lazy routines and of course fresh and delicious produce right outside

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Summer Fruit Salad with orange ginger sauce

I can’t believe August is half over.  Summer please stay! The thing I love about West Coast summers, is the abdunance of seasonal produce at our finger tips. The foodie in me get super excited about the  summer fruit at its peak harvest.  We are

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Strawberry Nice Cream (vegan, gluten free)

I love summer! While there are many things I love about summer, fresh, local produce and delicious ice cream are some of my favorite summer memories. I decided to combine my love for seasonal strawberries and ice cream. This strawberry nice cream will have all

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