Blueberries, chocolate, and pinto beans--what do they all have in common? They’re all great antioxidant foods. Antioxidants are essential as they help defend our body against free radicals and bacteria,…
Eating what’s locally in-season isn’t just some passing food trend. When you’re eating food that has been grown locally, you’ll find that your selection will change throughout the year--but don’t…
Heart diseases are one of the leading causes of death in the world. In fact, it’s the second leading cause of death in Canada only after cancer with 1.6 million…
Did you know that heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada after cancer? More than 1.6 million Canadians report suffering from some form of heart disease[i]…
Tofu is one of the most popular ingredients in Asian cuisine, and has been around for over two thousand years. In North America, it is arguably an important source of…
February is heart month, which means that the Spud blog will be taking a closer look at heart health, how to stay healthy, where risks lie, what lifestyle changes can…
What's one simple way to help your produce last longer, thereby eliminating a significant source of food waste in the home? Keep your ethylene-producing foods away from your ethylene-sensitive foods…
I have never really missed eggs; more accurately I don’t miss them fried, boiled, scrambled or poached but what I did miss was omelettes. Fortunately, I discovered a way to…
Kimchi, kombucha, and kefir water--oh my! If you’re wondering how the heck these foods are connected, I’ve got two words for you: gut health. The health benefits associated with cultivating…
With each new year comes a new crop of food trends. Forget the bone broth and smoothie bowl trends of 2016, and the harissa and millet of 2015. And remember…
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