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How quinoa can (positively) change your lifestyle

March 11, 2021 Alex Kozovski

Quinoa has continued to grow in popularity over the past decade, and the superfood isn’t losing momentum. The high-protein grain offers a unique, nutty flavour that comfortably fits into your fav veggie and lean protein dishes. If you’re not a…

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5 overrated health trends you should avoid

February 7, 2021 Alex Kozovski

Staying healthy and following the latest health trends should go hand-in-hand. However, despite their cool names and claims, many of the biggest health fads are sadly unfounded or overrated. Following them blindly may not give you the results you imagine,…

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These are the foods you shouldn’t reheat (plus reasons why)

February 5, 2021 Alex Kozovski

Meal-prepping is all the rage these days, and for good reason. Preparing, or even partially preparing, meals in advance can save you time, money, and be a boon for your health too. However, whether you’re reheating something you prepped or…

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The 7 most energizing foods

January 21, 2021 Alex Kozovski

Don’t feel like your energy levels throughout the day are quite up to par? Check out these 7 foods to incorporate into your diet on a regular basis that have shown to provide a little extra oomph in your day.…

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This is the worst diet for your bones, new study suggests

January 19, 2021 Alex Kozovski

While there are lots of benefits to going vegetarian or vegan – including the boost to your immune system, improving heart health, potentially extending your life expectancy, and all the moral arguments for passing on meat – there are downsides…

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Avoid this one thing to keep your waistline in check, doctors say

January 17, 2021 Alex Kozovski

A trim waistline after a year like 2020 is unfathomable, but could be a great goal to work towards in 2021. Or even keeping it in check would be a win, wouldn’t it? Luckily you don’t need 100 sit-ups before…

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Tips to prevent overeating while you WFH

January 15, 2021 Alex Kozovski

Whether you’re in self-quarantine or following your local government’s safety recommendations, you’ll be spending a lot of time home – working or otherwise – for the foreseeable future. And being cooped up indoors has likely upended your eating routine. Having…

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The best (and healthiest) winter comfort foods

December 21, 2020 Alex Kozovski

Warm, comforting food doesn’t need to be saturated with salts, sugars, and fats. In fact, that toasty feeling can be had from uber-healthy superfoods, providing as much nutrition as they do warmth. Get that feel-good coziness from these four hot…

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Celebrating the Holidays, 2020 Edition

December 19, 2020 Alex Kozovski

Large gatherings are on hold this holiday season, so we’re all figuring out how to downsize our guest list and meal spread – while maximizing the magic and enjoyment of the holidays. Scaling down from a large celebration to an…

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4 holiday foods with underrated health benefits

December 17, 2020 Alex Kozovski

Everyone fears holiday bloat, but don’t let that get your holiday tinsel in a tangle – many winter holiday staples offer sneaky-awesome health benefits, abnormal calorie counts aside. Enjoy the holidays and don’t give a second thought to looking like…