Plant-Based Meat Alternatives for Heart Health? (Part 2)
As promised, I’ve been experimenting with plant-based meat alternatives. Prior to this we would have the occasional veggie burger or a dish made with veggie…
Are There any Heart-Healthy(ish) Veggie Burgers?
A client asked last week if I could suggest any veggie burgers or other plant-based meat alternatives. I had to admit I haven’t taken a…
Soy: An Overlooked Tool In Our Cholesterol-Lowering Toolbox
Note from Cheryl: This is a guest post about soy written by Julianna Bennett, a dietetic student at Unity Health Toronto, with support from her…
Flax for Heart Health: Not Just Another Seed
Editor’s note: I’m excited to share this guest post, from Jessica Dugan, a dietetic student at the University of Alberta. Thanks to Jessica for researching…
Mediterranean Sofrito and Lentils
Have you heard of sofrito? It was new to me in 2013 when I saw it mentioned in the first major report from the PREDIMED…
Heart-Healthy French Toast Berry Cobbler
We have this problem in my house… no one likes to eat the bread heels / ends / crusts. Whatever you call them, no one…
6 Delicious Uses for That Bag of Chickpeas
At the start of March, when we were stocking the pantry with a few extra staples, just in case, I ordered a bag of dried…
Recipe: Black Bean Salsa Soup
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…
10 Easy Ways to Add More Protein to Your Plant-Based Meals
I recently hosted a chapter-by-chapter tour of my cookbook in a private Facebook group. It was so much fun connecting with people who’ve bought the…
Recipe: Leek, Butter Bean, and Parmesan Orzo
In the spirit of cooler weather and busier schedules, I’m happy to share some comfort food, or at least another recipe for it, from my…
