Black Bean Burgers Recipe
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Best produce and protein buys to save money
A family of four used to be able to spend $890/month on food costs before the pandemic, but this number is now up to $950/month, or 1/4th of a minimum wage income. With costs seemingly still going up, you might be wondering how you can stretch your dollar at the grocery store. Finding low-priced meats,…
Slow Cooker Kung Pao Chickpeas Recipe
Not sure what to make for dinner? Buy two cans of chickpeas then take out your slow cooker for this delicious & fast vegetarian recipe! Just set it and forget it. Recipe: https://detoxinista.com/wprm_print/26783 Here are a few tips: Add sliced carrots to the mix for extra veggies (or serve cucumber slices on the side) Unless…
Feeding toddlers 101 – How to foster healthy eating habits
Wouldn’t it be challenging if your toddler decided they only liked a few different food options and protested the rest? This doesn’t have to be (or stay) the case; parents can play a clever role in helping their kids develop a good mindset around food and prevent problem eating. Mealtime battles can be solved by…
Diabetes and shift work – Can you make it work?
Managing diabetes is easiest when you get into a routine of eating well, being active and taking medications as prescribed. Long hours or night shifts can throw a wrench into any well thought out plan, but with the right steps, it is still possible to keep your blood sugars under control. It’s important to pack…
Nutrition Month 2022: Working on Ingredients for a Healthier Tomorrow
March is Nutrition Month, and this year’s focus is on a better future. Having access to food, knowing about nutrition, and using it to care for your body are all important ingredients for a healthier tomorrow. Not being able to afford food negatively impacts health. Before the pandemic, 1 in 8 Canadians weren’t able to…
Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Oat Pancakes
Retrieved from Nutrition Month 2022 Recipe e-book, available here.
What to do if a loved one is affected by an eating disorder
February 1-7 is Eating Disorder Awareness Week, which is even more relevant during the pandemic with rates of eating disorders going up. It can be stressful to have someone you know struggle with an eating disorder. It’s helpful to educate yourself, behave in ways that support a positive body image and relationship to food, and…
Healthy You Program starting Feb 9th
After the holidays, many of us are looking to improve our eating habits, and support can often be helpful. The Healthy You program, offered by the Marathon Family Health Team, is a free online weekly lifestyle group that can help with this. Making lifestyle changes encouraged in this course can lead to improved blood sugars, blood…
Broccoli Balsamic Salad
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.…