With the more transmissible Omicron variant rapidly becoming the dominant strain of COVID-19 in Ontario, it is highly recommended to get a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Why is it important to get a booster dose? 2 doses of an mRNA vaccine (Pfizer and/or Moderna) are not as effective against Omicron. Booster doses help…
Ingredients: • ¾ cup walnuts, chopped• 2 bunches broccoli• 3 tbsp pumpkin seeds (dry roasted)• 1/3 cup dried cranberries• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar• 2 tbsp maple syrup• 2 tbsp peanut butter• 2 tbsp olive oil Instructions: 1. Place walnuts in small non-stick frying pan over med-low and toast about 5 min until lightly browned and fragrant.…
The holidays often bring joy through family and religious gatherings. However, with all the tasty food, it can seem impossible to control portions, and many experience guilt after overeating. Some tips to help enjoy feasts are to follow Canada’s Food Guide, plan treats and enjoy everything mindfully. Canada’s Food Guide recommends trying to fill half…
On December 7th, the Ontario Science Table, which is made up of scientific experts and health leaders who evaluate and report on emerging evidence relevant to the COVID-19 pandemic, released updated information on COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness. Here are some of the key points that were included in their update: Compared to the fully vaccinated, unvaccinated…