You may have heard of seasonal eating: highlighting foods in your diet that are locally grown and freshly harvested. But are you familiar with eating foods to support each stage of your menstrual cycle? Controlled by your hypothalamus, the menstrual cycle has four phases: menstruation, follicular, ovulation and luteal, and follows a similar pattern to … Continued
Whole grains are a part of a balanced diet for many Canadians, but why do some people have trouble digesting them? After all, grains have been consumed for thousands of years, but we are seeing more intolerance to them today than ever before. Has the quality changed or should we get back to practicing a … Continued
It’s not just a fad, it’s science. Your body needs electrolytes daily. What are electrolytes?Did you know that hydration doesn’t mean drinking just water? That’s right, your body needs key minerals, called electrolytes for the functioning of cells, muscles, digestion, metabolism, nerve signaling, acid balance, and overall wellness. Electrolytes are salts that supply electrical neutrality … Continued
Imagine being able to turn your junk mail, newspapers and flyers into something super cute and functional without needing much in the way of extra materials or tools? Well, you totally can. Turn your junk mail into beautiful bowls of any shape, size and colour with just a little bit of time and effort! This … Continued
Our skin, the connection between our external and internal worlds, is the primary sensing organ for stressors like pain, heat and cold, ultraviolet light and other environmental factors. Skin also reflects our physiological and emotional lives. In fact, the brain-skin connection runs deep and when we are stressed, it shows. We sweat when we are … Continued
Is meal prep worth a try? Has this 2017-ish trend completed a cycle and we need to move on? The short answer is no. On the contrary, meal prep has evolved from a viral trend to a blooming lifestyle habit that is worth giving a try. As a nutritionist, and a mama of two, I … Continued
If you have visited our Bistro, chances are you have enjoyed one of our smoothies. We pride ourselves on creating smoothies using only 100% certified organic produce without any added concentrates or artificial flavours. The increased popularity and awareness of the benefits of functional beverages prompted us to create and launch our new smoothie menu. … Continued
In today’s fast-paced world, where self-care is more important than ever, a new wave of beverages is taking centre stage—functional wellness beverages. But what exactly are they, and why are they causing such a stir? Let’s pour ourselves a glass and explore the fascinating world of functional wellness beverages. So, what sets functional wellness beverages … Continued
Just try to hold a bouquet of fresh-cut flowers in your hand and not feel a little giddy. You inhale that subtle, sweet, rising fragrance. You study the revelry of colours—yellows, violets, pinks. You touch the soft, velvety petals. Yes, this is joy. Fresh-cut flowers bring the beauty and wonder of nature into our kitchens … Continued
