You don’t usually think about them. You can’t see them. They often hide behind masks of fruit or “vitamins.” They find their way into your diet in any number of forms, and they’re super sneaky. Scared? Us too. What are “they,” you ask? Liquid calories. **dun dun dunnnn** Do you start off your day with…
In celebration of our launch of B4BC Canada, this week’s Tasty Tuesday highlights maple syrup, a delicious treat that has some surprising benefits! Pair it with these awesome low fat pancakes for an energy packed breakfast. Maple syrup is an excellent source of manganese and zinc, two heart healthy antioxidants. When choosing your maple syrup,…
There might not yet exist a magical elixir of youth (let us know if you find one) but we do have something that seems to come pretty close. Kombucha is a fermented tea drink that has been consumed for over 2000 years. Originating in Russia, this naturally effervescent beverage touts a multitude of health benefits,…
Whether you use it as a dip for pita or veggies, a spread for sandwiches or wraps, or eat it by the spoonful (wait…is that socially acceptable?), hummus is a wonderful food. It is incredibly versatile and sooo healthy! Hummus is made primarily from chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans) and tahini, which is a sesame…
Kale has made an appearance on more than one Tasty Tuesday, but we just love it so much! It’s so versatile, and today we’re sharing yet another delicious way to enjoy it. This bowl is hearty but not heavy, and it will make your body feel very happy. To recap on the health benefits of kale, it…
Greek yogurt is pretty trendy these days, and for good reason. This thick and creamy snack tastes decadent, but is super good for you. Best of both worlds! It contains lactobacteria that are good for your tummy, and higher protein and lower sugar than American versions. Yogurt may also even have anticancer and weight loss…
Mom always said to eat your veggies, but she probably didn’t say anything about cruciferous veggies specifically. Cruciferous vegetables, including cabbage, kale, cauliflower, and especially broccoli, contain high amounts of sulforaphane, which has major benefits for fighting breast cancer. Here’s a quote from our friend Vivekan at Bodhisattva Yoga: More and more, science is pointing to diet…
Our obsession with avocados runs deep. They’re so creamy and delicious and indulgent…and so healthy! Want some proof? Here’s a bunch of evidence to convince you (as if you needed convincing?) that avocados are pure magic. Avocados are one of the great cancer fighting foods, rich in a multiplicity of nutrients, including many potent anti-oxidants and…
March is National Nutrition Month, a campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. We are very excited that there is a whole entire month dedicated to our favorite Tuesday topic—eating right! This year’s NNM theme is “Get Your Plate In Shape”. We’ve all heard the ideal dinner plate breakdown over and over again,…
These healthy, easy to make treats are like an energy bar, a cookie, and a granola bar, all rolled into one…literally! With just six ingredients, and most of which you probably have on hand already, you can whip up these awesome little energy bites for a perfect on the go breakfast or a slope-slide snack.…