Fitness
Walking for Fitness
Walking is a great way to increase your fitness level. Learn how to boost the intensity of your walks so you get the full benefits of this whole-bo…
Health Food
Toasted Almond and Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies
Butter is replaced in the classic chocolate chip cookie with a touch of fruity olive oil. Loaded with almonds and dark chocolate chips, and accente…
Toasted Almond and Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies
Butter is replaced in the classic chocolate chip cookie with a touch of fruity olive oil. Loaded with almonds and dark chocolate chips, and accented with orange, it’s a snack worthy of your cookie …
You, Exercise, and Diabetes
Exercise can help diabetics keep their blood glucose levels under control. A balance of cardio and resistance training is beneficial to everyone, diabetic or not. Today more than 9 million Canadian…
Roasted Butternut Squash with Barley, Kale, and Chickpeas
This simple dinner ticks all the boxes: delicious, wholesome, and satisfying. Plus, it’s vegetarian. Sweet squash combines with crunchy-earthy barley, kale, and peas to make a delicious meal for a …
Holiday Mindfulness for Kids
Take time to slow down with your kids this holiday season. By teaching your kids mindful breathing and a few yoga poses, your whole family can share the spirit of the season. What happens to your f…
How To Preserve Fresh Herbs
Watching your garden die in the fall is hard enough, but losing your herbs is almost too much to bear. Drying them is very simple! Read on to find out how. Just because our herb gardens go dormant …
Sweet Potatoes For Weight Loss
If your exposure to sweet potatoes is limited to the Thanksgiving table or your favorite diner’s healthier french fry option, now’s the time to open your eyes to the weight-loss wonders…
Gluten-Free Olive Oil Cake with Pears and Thyme
Olive oil cake is a traditional Italian dessert that beautifully showcases the fruity characteristics of olive oil, which lends moisture and richness. Combined with pears and thyme, this dessert lo…
Dishing Up the Dirt About Compost – Additional Resources
Want to learn more? For more information on composting, check out these additional resources: The Rodale Book of Composting (Rodale Books, 1992) by Grace Gershuny and Deborah L. Martin Compost Coun…