I have a rule: No boring salads. Family members count on me to bring the green stuff when they’re hosting dinner. My sister-in-law called recently for ideas, when she had more dark green leafy vegetables than she knew what to do with, so I traded these favourite recipes for a chance…
Are you psyched for Stampede breakfasts? As a born and raised Calgarian who moved to the US for university and didn’t return for 16 years, I unapologetically love Stampede breakfasts, not because of pancakes and sausages, but rather for our famous Western hospitality. Where else in the world do communities…
The American Heart Association (AHA) released a 17-page review of the scientific literature on Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease this week and the half-page that everyone seems to be fixated on is the section that ends with the statement, “we advise against the use of coconut oil.” Since 72% of the American public thinks coconut oil…
If you’ve followed for a while, you know I have a soft spot for Costco. Last year I posted the Costco favourites of twelve Calgary dietitians , and I usually brave the crowds to stock up for my family at least once a month. A few Costco foods, however, make my pet peeve list.…
A long-time client recently shared that he’d told his doctor “Cheryl’s taught me that food isn’t evil. That takes all the pressure off.” He went on to joke, “I just need to keep the comfort food to a dull roar.” Those comments feel especially relevant this month (Nutrition Month), since…
I did a sugar workshop yesterday at a convention. We talked about hidden sugar, how much is too much, and what to do with sugar cravings. The biggest surprise to participants? The amount of sugar in vanilla yogurt. Manufacturers generally add sugar to all flavoured yogurts (unless they’re artificially sweetened).…
Do you LOVE peanut butter? It’s delicious, right? And if you don’t have allergies in your house, peanut butter can be a heart-healthy, affordable, convenient, nutritious protein source. People often tell me they think it’s “bad.” Not so! (Either way, can we not think of food as good or bad,…
