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Cherry Chia Jam: A 2-Ingredient, No-Pectin Recipe That’s Better for Your Blood Sugar
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.

Sandra Venneri
6 days ago5 min read


Majoring in the Minors: Why Whole Foods Beat Isolated Nutrients Every Time
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.

Sandra Venneri
May 2710 min read


Practical Beginner Plant-Based Diet Tips for a Healthier You
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

Sandra Venneri
May 204 min read


My Favourite Quinoa Tabbouleh Recipe (Fresh, Protein-Packed & Easy)
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.

Sandra Venneri
May 104 min read
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