Why is this cocktail considered a healthy choice? Kombucha is a fermented drink that is naturally effervescent. Some of its claims to fame are: detoxification, aiding digestion and boosting the immune system. The berries contain antioxidants and the alcohol has both antioxidants and pro-oxidants, so they potentially balance out. White wine has two strong antioxidants of its own, tyrosol and […]
I hope you are enjoying your summer and filling it with fun. I know I am. Yesterday, I spent the afternoon on Lake Osoyoos paddle boarding. That’s right, I successfully stood up and survived despite the boat waves. For many of you, summer is linked with cocktails (virgin or not). Today’s blog takes a look at 7 healthy ingredients to […]
GRILLING VEGETABLES Grilling vegetables is easy and makes adding vegetables to your plate colourful and easy. Hard veggies are best, such as potatoes and sweet potatoes (leave the skin on), carrots, squash, parsnips, onions for grilling. Combine 1 tbsp olive oil, crushed garlic and your favourite herb such as oregano. Add cut veggies strips, and coat with the oil, garlic and herb. […]
Barbeque season is now in full swing and the aroma of meat grilling in the breeze is a welcome delight. You might have heard that BBQ meats can cause cancer…well, this is somewhat true, but so can a myriad of other things too. So instead of up and selling your BBQ on Kijiji, here are a few tips to minimize […]
As many of you know, I love recipes, especially new recipes, recipe books and blogs. Today, I thought I would share with you from WOW Weight Loss’s vault of goodies — Granola with Bee Pollen. You might be thinking what is bee pollen and where can you find it. Well, bee pollen is a powerfully antioxidant superfood produced by young […]
