Fabulous fibre is good for your gut and your overall health

 Previously, before we were able to refine foods and process them, fibre was found in nearly everything we ate, from fruits and vegetables to whole grains, and legumes. However, today these foods are often refined and processed with the fibre being removed and if we eat too much of these foods, we often

Low calorie and high fiber: The beauty of beans and legumes

 As we slowly head into spring, I find that the way that we eat starts to change as we are looking for lighter, cooler meals that are easy to digest. It is a time of year when I start to increase my intake of legumes. This week, I will be

Vegans of Ottawa – Justin Seguin

 Photo credit:  Justin Seguin In this series, we chat with vegans from around the region to find out what it’s like to be plant-based in Ottawa, discovering tips and tricks for living a like a local - vegan style. Originally from Ottawa and currently situated in Kanata, Justin Seguin didn’t

Tips for heart-healthy eating

 Some say the key to someone's heart is through their stomach — but the link between eating and the heart goes beyond romantic attraction. As a registered dietitian at Loblaws, Karley Fallaise knows this first hand. Here is some of her top advice for achieving heart health. Pack in the

Baked Cowboy Chili Casserole

 Recipe courtesy of the USA Rice Federation Chilly outside? Chili inside! Always a satisfying crowd pleaser, this recipe elevates the chili experience to another level of delicious. Sophisticated enough for holiday entertaining, this casserole uses top sirloin beef cubes and black rice to replace ground beef and beans. Ingredients: 1-1/2

The Zolas Valentine’s Special

 Available from Thursday, February 13 until Sunday, February 16, local Italian restaurant, Zolas, is giving you the opportunity to wine and dine your Valentine. You can pick up and take home a romantic four course meal for two. It includes butternut squash soup, kale/ caesar salad, baked chicken breast stuffed