Last week I wrote a comprehensive post about the fundamentals of diabetes and prediabetes. This week I thought we’d apply the first of the “5 keys to eating for diabetes” to breakfast. You’ve undoubtedly seen some variation of this model before, but translating it into your meals, particularly breakfast, can be tricky…
Too tired to cook? Too busy? Just don’t feel like it? I get it. Most of us need a break from cooking every once in a while. But if once in a while has turned into several nights a week, and you’re stopping at McDonald’s, ordering a pizza, or picking…
Is it just me or is summer going by too quickly? Already we’re wringing our hands about back-to-school, and soon after that the weather will turn colder and we’ll be dealing with the coronavirus inside. Ugh. So for now, my family is committed to squeezing out every drop of sunshine…
If you’re one of the many people concerned about eating too much these days, particularly afternoon and evening snacking, I have one question for you: Are you eating enough for lunch? ( Breakfast matters too, but I’m just focusing on lunch today.) Eating more than you’re comfortable with is a complicated…
Did you pick up a few bags of frozen vegetables to get you through the pandemic? Have they made it out of the freezer yet? They’re easy to ignore, aren’t they? If you’ve ever heard me speak, you know I’m a big proponent of frozen vegetables. We all know they’re…
This simple soup comes together in no time. Enjoy it with a whole-wheat roll and you’ve got a light, simple meal loaded with both veggies and flavour. Or top each bowl with some chopped avocado or homemade baked tortilla chips. If you’re using store-bought salsa, look for a brand with…
There was so much interest in last week’s post about feeding a family with diverse preferences that I wanted to share one of the kid-friendlier recipes in my 30-Minute Heart Healthy Cookbook , this Roasted Tomato and Chicken Pasta. I use chicken thighs because they’re more forgiving than breasts, and easier on the budget, which helps if you’re feeding a…
I’ve got another chickpea recipe for you and I think you’re going to love it. The last one I sent ( Electric Chickpeas ) had the highest open rate of any email I’ve sent this year (!), so more recipes it is. I’m sticking with the legume/pulse theme (dry peas, lentils, beans…