Tag Archives: nutrition

Mock Salmon Pate!

I was given this recipe to me by a great patient a few months ago and have been meaning to post it for a while now. It’s such an easy and delicious recipe that I have to share it! 2 cups walnuts 2 stalks celery 1 large red bell pepper 1 large scallion 1 teaspoon […]

Feeling the Burn?! Stop it Now!

One of the most common reasons for seeing a doctor is for complaints relating to the digestive tract.  There are many symptoms that can point to the digestive tract as the potential source of problems.  Various symptoms can range from gas, bloating, pain, burning, and/or uncomfortable fullness after a meal.  The digestive tract MUST function […]

Veggies, Veggies, Veggies!

Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year! It’s a new beginning and now is the time to make those changes you’ve been putting off for way too long. I encourage everyone to live healthier this year – eating right, exercising more, getting enough sleep, and optimizing this life you’ve been blessed with. So for the […]

Organic Labels Made Easy!

I get so many patients coming in to see me that want to eat healthier and want to choose organic products but are confused about the whole process! It’s not really surprising though – shady marketing tricks and sketchy labelling practices have made choosing the right foods to be the most challenging task out there! I’m going […]

Sweet Potato, Zucchini, and Black Bean Enchiladas!

The recipe I’m posting today is absolutely delicious and filling and healthy AND did I mention, delicious?! The best part is that it’s gluten-free and vegan! I know some of you may doubt me after that last sentence but seriously, try making these enchiladas for dinner one night and you will become a believer! Sweet Potato, Zucchini, […]

Whole Grains = Whole Lot of Hype!

We have been told over and over again that whole grains are an important and necessary part of a healthy diet. Unfortunately, this just isn’t the case! No one needs grains to be healthy! And even worse, they actually make a lot of people unhealthy as opposed to the other way around! The truth is […]

Put Down That Soda!

“Food is information to our genes.”   – J. Bland Knowing this, it is important that you get the right information to your body. That brings me to one of the absolute worst things you can be consuming – soda! Soda consumption is at record levels in Canada. An average Canadian drinks more than 119 liters […]

Halibut in Green Tea Broth with Quinoa!

Seriously, this post title takes the cake (ironic, I know) for healthiest sounding recipe ever. And it’s good! It’s a win-win! 4 wild Pacific halibut fillets (about 6 ounces each) 2 cups water 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained 1 head baby bok choy, trimmed and thinly sliced length wise 4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems […]

Curb That Caffeine Fix!

I read an article in the Globe and Mail a few days ago about how some school cafeterias have banned all caffeinated drinks including coffee, tea, caffeine-laden soft drinks, and energy drinks. It is refreshing to see a step in the right direction in regards to our children’s well-being! Now if only all schools will […]

Stop the Itch!

Infant eczema is a growing concern and now affects anywhere from 10 to 20 percent of all infants. Eczema is one of the first signs of allergy and is thought to be due to the delayed development of an infant’s immune system. It manifests itself as red, itchy patches or rash on the skin. What […]