Certified Nutritional Practitioner
First thing, I have to apologize for the horrendous quality of this photograph. It was taken with my cellphone in low light, but I thought you might like to see an example of the food we enjoyed a few days ago at Raw Aura, an … Read more
The delightful and talented raw chef Heathy is having a really great giveaway over at her blog – a box of her homemade, raw chocolate turtles and her wonderful desert e-book. All you have to do is leave a comment about what your favorite chocolate … Read more
As I have previously mentioned here, it is very difficult to find sugar-free gum without aspartame here in Canada. After traveling in the U.S. I am realizing that the situation is similar south of the border. You have to read labels very carefully, even when … Read more
Oh no, not another diet book! Since I worked in the field of fitness for many years, I have read countless books about diet and exercise. Even though I am still interested in new ideas related to diet and exercise, my eyes begin to glaze … Read more
I stopped by Whole Foods a few days ago to pick up a salad for lunch and saw this product – tofu that is made from organic, non-GMO, sprouted soybeans! For those who are a little prejudiced against tofu, don’t knock it until you have … 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
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
I have been using a great, environmentally friendly cleaner calle Pink Solution, in addition to my usual arsenal of vinegar and baking soda. Pink Solution is not actually pink, it is a natural white color and comes in a butter like consistency. It is easy … Read more
I attended some interesting lectures about nutrition and exercise and healthy living this weekend at the Metro Convention Centre in downtown Toronto. This convention is for fitness professionals (I have been one for a very long time) and dispenses the latest information and inspiration regarding … Read more
