Every bite we take has the power to shape a more sustainable future. Our dietary choices can be a powerful tool for combating climate change. The foods we consume have far-reaching implications for the planet. By making conscious decisions about what we eat, we can significantly reduce our ecological footprint, and contribute to a better...Read More
Nothing tastes better than eating seasonal foods at their peak freshness. Yet, there鈥檚 more than flavour behind why this growing food trend is gaining traction 鈥� it can be a more sustainable choice. However, it鈥檚 important for your health to take a holistic approach to seasonal eating 鈥� here鈥檚 what you should know:聽 聽 聽...Read More
It鈥檚 about more than avoiding synthetic pesticides 鈥� organic food is actually part of a holistic lifestyle that supports your mind and body, says science. You鈥檝e heard organic food called trendy terms, like 鈥渃leaner鈥�, 鈥渘utritious鈥�, or even 鈥渕ore delicious鈥�. But, organic food may also make you feel good. Why Are People Switching to Organic Food?...Read More
It鈥檚 about more than avoiding synthetic pesticides 鈥� organic food is actually part of a holistic lifestyle that supports your mind and body, says science. You鈥檝e heard organic food called trendy terms, like 鈥渃leaner鈥�, 鈥渘utritious鈥�, or even 鈥渕ore delicious鈥�. But, organic food may also make you feel good. Why Are People Switching to Organic Food?...Read More
The Worst Foods for the Environment: What to Eat to Minimize Pollution What you eat has a very strong impact on the environment 鈥� thus, you can make a huge difference by choosing foods that minimize pollution. The most popularly consumed foods are some of the worst for the planet, according to scientists. How much...Read More
Prepared by: Rachel Murray, R.H.N. What does Organic really mean? 鈥極rganic鈥� has become a very loose and overused term in our society. However, the systems that have been put in place, which I should add, are constantly evolving, that regulate organically grown foods and products are highly valued by those involved in both the production...Read More
Prepared by: Mara Panacci, R.H.N. | marapanacci.org The term 鈥榦rganic’ has become synonymous in people’s minds with health, wellbeing and green living. We can have open dialogue about organic foods at our local farmer’s markets, family gatherings and even large supermarkets are carrying a varying supply. You’ll definitely hear more about organic food if you...Read More
Prepared by: Tricia Sedgwick, R.H.N.聽聽 Nutrients in Fresh Produce Have you ever wondered why fresh produce from the grocery store can lack flavour or even be tasteless? Or have you compared the taste of a conventional supermarket tomato to a fresh plucked, organically grown, warm, juicy, sun-kissed tomato off the vine? If you have the...Read More
Prepared by: Debora Palmieri, BASc, R.H.N. | myhealthychoices.ca As a holistic nutritional practitioner, a common complaint I hear is that organic foods are too expensive. While I don鈥檛 disagree, I feel that the benefits of eating organic far outweigh the cost. However, the good thing is that there are plenty of ways you can still...Read More
Prepared by: Sisley Killam, R.H.N. | thepurelife.ca Seasonal eating: you鈥檝e heard the term before, but what does it really mean and how can it benefit you? When we strip down the fad diets, trendy foods and lifestyle hacks, what we often find ourselves left with is what we started with: real, whole foods that we...Read More
