Halloween is right around the corner. I know my girls are getting excited about dressing up and going out trick or treating. Do you wonder how does a dieitian handle all the excitement around trick or treating? There are different ways to handle the Halloween…
We love pesto! Our garden is exploding with basil and that makes me happy. The girls love making basil pesto. It adds so much flavor to a variety of dishes. This easy peasy basil pesto is easy to make and tastes amazing. This basil…
School is out! Summer is my favorite time of the year, with longer days, warmer temperatures,and a bounty of fresh seasonal, really what’s not to love. It feels so good to take a break from the hectic school routine and enjoy all the fun summer…
Hello friends! It’s summer and this weekends weather forecast is calling for hot hot weather. To beat the heat we have been making our own popsicles. As a dietitian mom, I am always looking for a healthier option when it comes to feeding the girls.…
Have you noticed an increase in your grocery bill? According to the 2021 Canadian food price report Canadians can expect to pay an extra $659 on the grocery bill in 2021. Yikes! With the cost of food increasing 3-5 percent this year due to the…
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