Goldenberries are Super, but Please Don’t Call Them a Superfood
My flirtation with this fascinating new (to me) fruit began sometime last year when I saw dried goldenberries on the shelf at Costco. My first…
Hello Fresh Meal Kit Delivery Service Test Drive
Last year I wrote three posts in an “Outsource Your Cooking” theme, but stopped because the food was always too pricey, underwhelming, or both. I…
The Sweet Spot Guide to Dining at Earls
If you follow me on social media, you may know that this post has been in the works for a while. It’s been a challenge…
Five Costco Foods That Aren’t as Healthy as They Look
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,…
The Yogurt That has More Sugar Than You Might Think
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…
The Lowdown on Peanut Butter for Heart Health
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,…
Calgary Dietitians Share Their Costco Favourites
Do you ever wonder if you’re missing something good at Costco? I know I have my favourites, but the shelves are jammed with hundreds of unusual products…
Have You Been Hoodwinked by SanPellegrino?
Most people are quite aware that Coke, Pepsi, and other sodas are liquid sugar bombs. Since going into private practice, I’ve been invited to speak at numerous…
The Lowdown on COBS Bread
If you’ve been to one of my talks, you know that “fake” whole grains are one of my pet peeves. I’m talking about “multi-grain” and…
Outsource Your Cooking: Dashing Dishes
This is the third in my Outsource Your Cooking series. Our Daily Brett offers beautiful, delicious food, but it’s pricey. Fit Kitchen is a healthy home run, but…
