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The Health Benefits of Eggs AND Why I Eat Eggs

Why do I eat eggs? After years of repression, the health benefits of eggs are again being brought out on the table for discussion. Eggs offer a variety of nutrients that are harder to access in other foods. Here I will discuss the ethics of eating eggs, what type of eggs to choose, and the health benefits associated with eating eggs.

Over recent years eggs have gotten a bad rap. Unfortunately, when eggs at breakfast are replaced with overly processed breakfast cereals, our health suffers the consequences. Clarification on the effects of dietary cholesterol, the ethics of eating eggs, as well as the health benefits of eggs is necessary, and below I will shed some light on these topics.
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Is Your Wheat Intolerance Due To Glyphosate In Canadian Bread?

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Wheat intolerance is on the rise, but maybe it is not the gluten or fructans to blame. Maybe we need to consider the amount of glyphosate – the herbicide and crop desiccant that is used on Canadian wheat.

Gluten-free is all the buzz, and many people feel better when they cut out wheat. But what if it isn’t only gluten – a protein found in wheat, barley and rye – that is causing the problem? Or even fructans, the high FODMAP foods (Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols) that are often blamed for IBS symptoms (Irritable Bowel Syndrome).

Canada has been using the highly criticized herbicide glyphosate in the harvesting of wheat products, and scientists and medical professionals have proposed that maybe it’s the herbicides residue that our bodies are reacting to. Could it be that the demonizing of gluten has drawn attention away from the potential effects of this industrial agricultural practice?
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Breakfast in Jar: Toasted Muesli with Nuts, Seeds and Dates

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I love the multiculturalism that Victoria has to offer. For me, it is best reflected in the array of restaurants and cafés serving cuisine from all around the globe. I have recently started helping out with workshops at ICA (Inter-Cultural Association) in Victoria. In our last workshop, we talked about ‘Canadian’ breakfasts. What do new immigrants to Canada think Canadians eat? Frosted Flakes, Corn Flakes, Corn Pops, Fruit Loops, Lucky Charms…
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Hunter Gatherer: How to Harvest Chanterelle Mushrooms

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The little coastal town of Tofino is the surfing mecca of Canada. Its beautiful beaches and old growth forests do well to extend its offerings to non-surfers like myself. Two weeks ago some friends let us in on a little secret – chanterelle mushrooms had come early this year. It was the first week of September and these golden gems were popping up everywhere. A quick run down for us first timers on the how-to’s of chanterlles picking gave us an idea of their preferred growing area, how to harvest them sustainably, and how to differentiate them from look a-likes. After some more research and learning from seasoned chanterelle pickers, I’m sharing my How To Harvest Chanterelle Mushrooms and other tips.
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What Are Antioxidants Good For – Protection From Free Radicals and Oxidative Stress

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We know that antioxidants are good but do we know what antioxidants are good for? I want to help break down what the benefits of antioxidants are, how they can protect us from free radicals and oxidative stress, and how we can get more of them into our diet.

Antioxidants – a term that is thrown loosely around in health food stores, grocery stores and pharmacies alike. But what exactly is an antioxidant? And what are they doing for me? I hope to shed some light into this insanely important area and help break it down so we can all have a good base core understanding of what these mean for our health.
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Zesty Honey Iced Tea Popsicles with Ginger

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This recipe for Zesty Honey Iced Tea Popsicles with Ginger is the perfect summer treat. Sweetened naturally with honey and made with fresh lemon and ginger it is a great way to nourish, hydrate and treat yourself all at once!

I love the simplicity of homemade popsicles, and they are so easy to make healthy. I’ve shared my Breakfast Popsicles with Yogurt, Banana and Oats in the past, as well as a herbal inspired Elderflower Cordial Popsicles with Lemon and Mint. This popsicle recipe is one of my favourites because it uses fresh lemon zest and ginger to brighten this iced tea inspired popsicle. The black tea also offers some beneficial flavinoids making this an insanely healthy popsicle recipe.
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Genetically Modified Food Pros and Cons – For Our Health & The Environment

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The ongoing question – what are the genetically modified food pros and cons? Do we need them in our food supply? We need to not only consider our health, but also the health of the environment. I’ve laid out some clear science-based facts to help clear up some misinformation.

Content last updated May 2013.

Farmlands NSW, Australia

Regardless of how we feel about genetically modified (GM) foods, we need to respect that the consumer has the right to make an informed decision on a topic that potentially affects their health. As consumers we also have the responsibility, as global citizens, to consider the health of our environment for generations to come.
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Toasted Sandwich Mexicano [Torta]

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This toasted Sandwich Mexicano is a delicious spin on the Torta. Make your own homemade chipotle sauce at home to bring the sandwich to the next level. Top with fresh vegetables and melted cheese – doesn’t get any better than this!

Open-Faced Mexican Inspired Sandwich

Let me count the reasons why I love Mexican food so much:

AVOCADO – Creamy mouthfeel, mono-unsaturated fatty acid goodness,
CILANTRO – A favourite herb that brightens dishes from around the world,
LEGUMES – Delicious bundles of fibre, protein and other goodies.

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