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Boost your vegetable intake with this quick trick
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Boost your vegetable intake with this quick trick

Cheryl Strachan
May 3, 2022

Have you met my husband? We affectionately call him Mr. Sweet Spot around here, because he suggested the term “Sweet Spot Nutrition” for good-for-you food that you actually enjoy eating, something he didn’t think possible before I came into his life. Mr. Sweet Spot is a communications guy who likes…

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70 ways to get more vegetables in your life
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70 ways to get more vegetables in your life

Cheryl Strachan
July 9, 2020

We all know that eating more vegetables is one of the most consistent eating habits supporting better heart health, yet how many of us do it? I certainly don’t get the suggested half-plateful at every meal. So for summer fun, I thought I’d brainstorm a list of ways to get…

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5 good ways to use those darned frozen vegetables
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5 good ways to use those darned frozen vegetables

Cheryl Strachan
April 17, 2020

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…

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Recipe: Black Bean Salsa Soup
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Recipe: Black Bean Salsa Soup

Cheryl Strachan
November 22, 2019

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…

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