For years, I've watched clients walk into my office anxious about carbs — confused about what's "good" or "bad," or avoiding them altogether. That question led me to write Carb Confident, a workbook to help you build a confident, sustainable relationship with carbs — no fear required.

Fresh or frozen cherries, chia seeds, and 15 minutes. No pectin, no canning, and no added sugar required. This cherry chia jam is naturally rich in fibre, omega-3s, and antioxidants — and it's one of the easiest blood sugar-friendly swaps you can make at home. Registered Dietitian Sandra Venneri shows you exactly how to make it, plus why it works nutritionally.

One day in a phytochemical research lab, a researcher pointed to a peak on a graph and said, "We don't know what that is — but we've found something." The strawberries hadn't changed. Our awareness had. That moment changed how I think about food forever — and it's exactly why I'll always choose the whole food over the isolated compound. Because the orange didn't change. What we did to it did.

Starting a plant-based diet doesn’t have to be complicated or intimidating. With these practical tips, you can make the transition in a way that feels natural and sustainable

Fresh, flavourful, and packed with herbs, this quinoa tabbouleh recipe is one of my favourite easy meals for meal prep, BBQs, and quick lunches. Made with simple Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, it’s a refreshing salad that brings together nutrition and great taste without feeling complicated.

Grocery prices are a lot right now — and The Odd Bunch is helping. Rescued produce, up to 50% off, delivered to your door. $10 off!

Seeing a Registered Dietitian isn’t just about meal plans — it’s about lasting change. Discover how personalized nutrition counseling improves health outcomes, boosts confidence, and helps you feel your best.

Adult sprinkles, better than your mom’s Metamucil 😎 — meet chia seeds! Add fibre, protein, and omega-3s to your day with 20 easy ways to sprinkle, mix, and roll these tiny nutrition powerhouses.

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A fall-flavour recipe of Apple Cinnamon Zucchini Muffins that focuses on fibre while keeping it fluffy!

A lightly flavoured, caffeine-free tea that brightens up your morning by drinking during the moonlight. Ingredients 2 slices of a lemon 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder 1/2 inch of fresh ginger, peeled & chopped 1-2 tablespoons of honey Directions Boil water. Place ingredients in a heat-safe mug. Pour boiling water over ingredients in mug until covered & mug is almost full. Stir gently. Savour.

Cherries and red wine blend summer and fall harvests together, giving your taste buds a deep, tangy twist to the norm. This versatile sauce can be used in desserts, with cheese, or made into a decadent BBQ sauce. Basic Cherry Wine Sauce Ingredients: 2 cups of pitted cherries, fresh or frozen 1/2 cup of red wine 1/2 cup of apple butter 1/2 cup of maple syrup 1/4 tsp of ground cinnamon 1-2 tsp of fresh ginger, peeled and minced or 1/4 tsp of ground ginger(optional) Directions:

A great way to take cherry pie to a picnic without the plates. This vegan dessert uses nature’s natural flavours and sweetness to highlight the Canadian cherry taste with a mingling of maple. Ingredients: Filling 2 cups of pitted cherries, fresh or frozen 1/4 cup of maple syrup 1 tbsp of tapioca 1/4 tsp of ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp of ground ginger Crust 2 cups of rolled or quick oats 1/2 cup of apple butter 2 tbsps of maple syrup 1/4 tsp of ground cinnamon and/or ginger (opti

(This article was inspired by my very spicy chili recipe.) It is true that it takes up to 30 minutes sometimes for an adult, to feel full after eating. We have stomach sensors as well as all those brain signals that try sending messages for us to interpret and decide on how to handle each situation – including when to eat and stop eating. This depends on what it is (food, drink, mixed), how much they ate, how quickly they ate it as well as age and personal differences like s