Your Ultimate Guide for Healthy Living

Did you know that dry sinuses dramatically increase the likelihood of attracting the bacteria responsible for sinusitis. Additionally, having dry sinuses may result in thicker mucous that is less effective in trapping and removing airborne allergens. When these allergens stay in the sinuses they may contribute to inflammation and sinus pain. While a doctor’s visit may be necessary there is also much that can be done with diet, supplementation and lifestyle. If you have a sinu

Don’t be too quick to compost your left over brown rice from dinner last night! Instead, re-purpose this whole grain by transforming it into delicious dairy free milk. Making it yourself ensures that this light and flavorful drink is additive and preservative free! Brown rice milk is low in saturated fat and a good source of Magnesium. For the recipe go to Beautiful Brown Rice Milk Rice, especially brown rice, has been vilified due to recent studies showing that it contains

I have a confession to make. I love a good cup of coffee! And not the responsible “no cream, no sugar and just a hint of almond milk” type of coffee. I’ll take it sweet and creamy, thanks. While there are some excellent benefits of the occasional cup of (hopefully organic) brewed coffee, most people consume far too much. Tim Horton’s is even putting out commercials that suggest our love of (Tim’s) coffee is part of our Canadian identity! As a nutritionist, I am aware of the n

Want a healthy alternative to your morning cup of coffee? There are many ways to enjoy Matcha Tea. This is a simple and delicious way (and my favourite!) to prepare it. To read about the many benefits of drinking this antioxidant rich tea check out Mad About Matcha! Matcha Tea Ingredients 1/2 tsp matcha 3 tbsp boiled water 1 cup milk or dairy alternative Directions Boil a small amount of water and let sit for 5 minutes In you favourite coffee mug stir 1/2 tsp of matcha into

Start your day with a lovely Hot Lemon Drink! A mug of this beverage provides you with a boost of vitamin C, is gently detoxifying, and alkalizing for the body! And it's delicious! Give it a try and let me know what you think. Hot Lemon Drink squeeze juice from 1/2 lemon add a bit of natural sweetener (I prefer a tiny amount of maple syrup or honey) and add a dash of cayenne pepper #lemons #wellness #drink #alkaline #detoxifying #holisticnutrition