Certified Nutritional Practitioner
Laurel McBrine 
My new obsession – green smoothies. You can make them with a combination of fruit and greens, which disguises the flavor of the greens to some extent (a good idea when you are using dinosaur kale) but my new favorite way to get all the … Read more
I have been trying to cut coffee out of my diet, with varying success. I did manage to go a whole week with absolutely no caffeine – no tea, no decaf, no chocolate. Let me tell you, it was a challenge. I think I may … Read more
I recently read a post on Unclutterer about how to talk to yourself when you are trying to make decisions about what to do with your stuff. A reader called Diana had written in and recommended asking yourself a single question when you are trying … Read more
You don’t need to buy any fancy packaged sprouting lentils. You can make your own very cheaply and easily without buying any equipment whatsoever! And here is the surprise: I used plain old ordinary lentils from the supermarket. Organic is best, of course! First step … Read more
Aren’t these gorgeous! We stopped by a local Farmer’s Market on the weekend. It was a veritable feast for the senses with piles of delicious, nutritious locally grown food everywhere. We loaded up on fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, peaches, green beans, garlic and some amber maple … Read more
*Picture coming soon! Wow, have I got a yummy treat for you! I was inspired by a chocolate terrine made with a secret ingredient (avocado) from Fressen, one of Toronto’s top vegan restaurants. I know it sounds weird and you are probably suspicious and doubting … Read more
I did some travelling in my own town this weekend. First up was Cabbagetown, for an Arts and Crafts Sale in Riverdale Park. While walking there, on Parliament Street, my friend Mindy and I nipped into a small shop. Mindy purchased a long denim skirt … Read more
Here is a great vintage (recycled) clothing store, Courage My Love, where you can find all kinds of environmentally friendly goodies. I got a great black sweater I am sure I will wear constantly this winter. Also, check out the cool mural beside a really … Read more
Today I went on a field trip to Kensington Market in the heart of Toronto. Located near Spadina and College, you would swear you were in another country if you didn’t know any better. One of my favorite vegan restaurants is located here. If you … Read more
