Are Juice Cleanses Healthy?
Are Juice Cleanses Healthy? Updated: Mar 26, 2020 With its promises of weight loss and body detoxification, juice cleansing has taken today’s health, wellness, and diet industries by storm. Many people even claim the trend can improve chronic diseases or prevent illnesses. The process is simple: consume nothing but fruit and/or vegetable juice for the duration […]
Avo-Tuna Salad Sandwich
Avo-Tuna Salad Sandwich We have been loving sharing our quick and easy lunch recipes recently and we are back with another! This open-faced avo-tuna salad sandwich only takes 5 minutes to make and is packed with PROTEIN & HEALTHY FATS so it will keep you feeling full while at work or school. This is our […]
How to Grocery Shop During a Pandemic
How to Grocery Shop During a Pandemic Although toilet paper appears to be at the forefront of many people’s minds, we are here to help you shop for groceries during a pandemic! First of all, it is normal for your lifestyle to be different during this uncertain time. Be gentle with yourself if you have […]
Baked Pears
Baked Pears Does anyone else agree that pears are definitely an underrated fruit?! We seem to never have pears but when we do we are reminded of just how delicious they are. We decided to take this neglected fruit and make a tasty baked pear recipe so that you too can be reminded of just […]
Is Dairy Bad for You?
Is Dairy Bad for You? There are many people who avoid dairy for a variety of reasons, such as food sensitivity or concerns about animal welfare or the environment. However, there are many people avoiding dairy due to the belief that dairy is bad for you. Let’s take a look at the nutritional and health […]
Nourish Bowl with a Maple-Tahini Sauce
Nourish Bowl with a Maple-Tahini Sauce Sooooo we may have just discovered our new favourite sauce!!! This stuff tastes like liquid gold and we would be totally content just eating it straight out of the jar. BUT it tastes even better when it’s coated over our favourite roasted veggies like sweet potato and cauliflower. In […]
The Truth About GMOs
The Truth About GMOs by Derek Brigham and Yolanda Nuanyan Wang What comes to your mind when you hear that a certain food is Genetically Modified? Perhaps you feel uneasy, uncertain, or maybe you look for that non-GMO label. But do you know what genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are exactly? To answer this question, let’s […]
Superfoods? Or Super Marketing?
Superfoods? Or Super Marketing? As you may have noticed, “superfoods” have flooded our timelines and have been popularized in the media over the last few years. These buzzwords are eye-catching and are an appealing consideration for people who want to improve their health. So, what is the deal with these claimed superfoods and is their […]
PB & Strawberry Chia Jam Chocolate Cups
PB & Strawberry Chia Jam Chocolate Cups How can we make the PB and J combo even better? Add chocolate of course! These PB and Strawberry Chia Jam Chocolate Cups will 100% blow your mind. We had a little extra time on our hands so we decided to make a homemade strawberry chia jam for […]
Why Protein Is Important
Why Protein Is Important You may have heard the saying “Proteins are the building blocks of life”, but what does this mean? Well, when you think about what the human body comprises: tissues, organs, muscles, skin… this is all made from protein! What is Protein? Protein is one of the three macronutrients that give the […]
High Protein Black Bean Breakfast Tacos
High Protein Black Bean Breakfast Tacos If you have some extra time on your hands in the morning then we highly recommend you try out these BREAKFAST TACOS! If you like to get every last minute of shut-eye possible then you can make the black bean filling ahead of time and on the morning of, […]
Lemon Coconut Chia Pudding
Lemon Coconut Chia Pudding Has the chia pudding movement passed because we are still loving using chia seeds to whip up different flavours of chia pudding and chia mousse! Chia pudding definitely has a specific texture that may not be loved by everyone BUT we are huge fans and therefore, will continue to share all […]
Should You Limit Your Daily Salt Intake?
Should You Limit Your Daily Salt Intake? Sodium chloride, also known as salt, occurs naturally in food and is often added to enhance flavour, but too much can harm the body. The body needs sodium in small amounts to conduct nerve impulses, maintain the right balance between minerals and water, and contract and relax muscles. […]
White Chocolate Raspberry Mousse
White Chocolate Raspberry Mousse We still can’t get over how delicious our Mocha Mousse recipe was from a few weeks ago so we knew we had to make it again. But this time we tried a new flavour combo…white chocolate raspberry and it is INCREDIBLE!! This flavour is for all of you out there who […]
What to Eat Before the Vancouver Sun Run (and your training runs too!)
What to Eat Before the Vancouver Sun Run (and your training runs too!) As many runners know, nutrition plays a critical role in your athletic performance; you just can’t out-train a bad diet! Optimizing your nutrition before the Vancouver Sun Run can prevent fatigue, help you run longer and more intensely, and make your runs […]
Fueling for the Vancouver Sun Run: The Crucial Role of Iron for Runners
Fueling for the Vancouver Sun Run: The Crucial Role of Iron for Runners After the first two instalments in this blog series, readers can understand the importance of a well-balanced diet to fuel your performance for the Vancouver Sun Run. In addition, iron is an essential micronutrient that plays a pivotal role in ensuring optimal […]
Spicy Tofu Bowl with Cucumber Salad
Spicy Tofu Bowl with Cucumber Salad Say hello to THE spring salad of your dreams. This salad has a fresh and vibrant flavour that is perfect for the upcoming warmer weather that we hope Vancouver will be getting soon!! The tangy lime dressing packs a powerful punch of flavour that we can’t get enough of […]
Chocolate Cookie Dough Bites
Chocolate Cookie Dough Bites Gluten-Free ~ Vegan ~ No-bake Whoever said making a dessert required lots of ingredients and too much time obviously had never tried these beauties. Just 4 ingredients and less than 30 minutes are all it takes to make these adorable and delicious mini cookie dough bites!! Being able to just pull […]
Calcium: An Essential Nutrient for Training for the Vancouver Sun Run
Calcium: An Essential Nutrient for Training for the Vancouver Sun Run After the first three installments in this blog series, readers know about the importance of a well-balanced diet and adequate iron to fuel your performance for the Vancouver Sun Run. In this fourth and final installment, we’ll delve into why calcium is indispensable for […]
Loaded Breakfast Wrap
Loaded Breakfast Wrap This right here is the ULTIMATE loaded breakfast wrap! It might look like a lot of work to make but we can assure you that this baby can be easily whipped up even on the busiest of mornings! If you are someone who loves a savoury breakfast you MUST try this wrap […]