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The health benefits of onions
Leeks, scallions, shallots, cooking onions and more'enjoy them for their 'flavour and for their incredible health powers
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Healthy homemade food gifts
Need a healthy, unique gift idea for everyone on your list? Registered dietitian Sue Mah shares her favourite healthy homemade...
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Are egg yolks as bad as smoking?
A recent study has added to the confusion on whether eggs are good or bad. We went to the experts...
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The number of calories in holiday sweets
Before you end up overindulging, be aware of how many calories are in each bite-size sweet
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Our Best Healthy Cranberry Recipes
Not only are cranberries delicious, they're also packed with disease-fighting antioxidants. Add them to your diet with these yummy recipes
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3 foods that are healthier eaten together
These healthy foods pack an even bigger nutritional punch when they're paired together
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The 5 worst holiday foods you can eat
The holidays wouldn't be the same without a delicious feast, but avoiding these five foods will help keep you healthy...
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6 ways to raise a healthy eater
Want to encourage your kids to make smart food choices? Check out these tips from registered dietitian Sue Mah
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Debate: Should Canada label GMO foods?
Do you think you have a right to know what’s in the food you eat? If so, you might want
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The health benefits of cranberries and pomegranates
They're super sources of disease-fighting antioxidants. Here's what else cranberries and pomegranates can do
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4 healthy Asian-style soup recipes
Asian-style cooking is surprisingly easy with these four delicious soups that are filled with fresh ingredients and fairly low in...
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5 tips for packing healthy lunches
Encourage your kids to embrace healthy foods by keeping these tips in mind
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8 of Canada’s healthiest apples
Try these tips for eating some of Canada's healthiest apples
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5 ways apples help keep the doctor away
Can an apple a day really keep the doctor away? Check out these five health benefits and see for yourself
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New takes on 6 great foods
Suffering from favourite food burnout? Replace your pantry staples with these exciting new foods for a healthy boost
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The health benefits of walnuts
Walnuts are not only delicious, they also pack a nutritional punch. Check out the health benefits of walnuts
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3 healthier cafeteria-style foods
Try these healthier, tastier versions of traditional school cafeteria food by fresh-food chef Paul Finkelstein
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Our best healthy garlic recipes
Garlic not only has many healing benefits, it's also delicious. Check out these recipes featuring the flavourful allium
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How many calories are in your seafood?
Seafood is generally low in calories and fat. Find out how many calories are in your favourite type of seafood...
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Produce with the highest pesticide levels
If you want to ensure there are no pesticides on your produce, consider buying these fruits and veggies organic
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The Fink effect
How chef and teacher Paul Finkelstein is changing school nutrition programs in Canada in his quest to stop childhood obesity
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How Canadian schools are getting healthier
Find out more about healthy eating initiatives in schools across Canada
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The health benefits of tofu
Want to go meatless more often? Tofu is a great low-fat option that's also packed with protein. Here's why it's...
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Is duck fat actually healthy for you?
Some people swear duck fat is healthy, and even save it from the roasting pan to use as a spread....
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Nutrition: This nut is even healthier than we thought
Almonds are the most nutrient-dense tree nut, and serve as an excellent source of vitamin E and magnesium. They’re also
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6 solutions to stop emotional eating
Stress causing you to reach for a snack even when you're not hungry? Try these tips and beat emotional eating
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4 ways to eat like a Brit during the London 2012 Summer Olympics
Whether you're headed to London, or watching the Olympics from home, here's a primer of quirky, but iconic, British treats
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How healthy is your favourite ice cream?
Just how many calories are in that cool treat? Find out how each of these six varieties compare
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Healthy foods you can find in the wild
It's estimated that a billion people around the world munch on produce no one ever planted. Here's how you can...