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A crisp, refreshing spring salad that works as a side dish, light lunch, or topping for grilled fish or chicken.

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Roasted Carrot, Ginger & Red Lentil Soup

Low-Carb banana pudding, but make it easy

Creamy, fluffy, and just sweet enough. All the comfort of classic banana pudding with a lighter, lower-carb twist.

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A perfect dessert without having to sacrifice taste.

A refreshing, healthy mocktail inspired by classic Canadian flavour.

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The health risks linked to obesity can look very different depending on the body.

For men, there is a tendency to store more fat around the abdomen. This type of fat sits around internal organs and is more closely linked to metabolic and cardiovascular concerns. For women, higher levels of inflammation and cholesterol were more common, which can influence long-term risks in another way.

So even when weight appears similar, what is happening internally can be very different. This helps explain why health risks and symptoms do not always follow the same pattern for everyone.

Health is not just about weight. It is about how the body is functioning beneath the surface. Factors like hormones, inflammation, and fat distribution all play a role in the bigger picture. This is why a more personalized approach matters.

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Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible women who nourish us-mind, body and soul.

Hot Honey Feta Pasta

A creamy, spicy-sweet pasta that takes about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

* 8 oz pasta (rigatoni or fusilli work best)
* 1 block feta cheese
* 2 cups cherry tomatoes
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* 2 tbsp olive oil
* 1–2 tbsp hot honey
* 1 tsp chili flakes
* Salt + black pepper
* Fresh basil
* Optional: spinach, crispy prosciutto, or parmesan

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a baking dish, add cherry tomatoes and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
3. Place the feta block in the center.
4. Bake for 25–30 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta is golden.
5. Meanwhile, cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water.
6. Mash the baked feta and tomatoes into a creamy sauce.
7. Stir in hot honey.
8. Add pasta and a splash of pasta water until glossy and silky.
9. Top with basil, extra chili flakes, and another drizzle

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Did you know your veggie drawer was hiding so many edible gems? 🌿

From crunchy carrot tops to nutrient-packed beet greens, edible vegetable leaves are seriously underrated. Not only do they reduce food waste, but they’re also loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fresh flavor.

✨ Toss radish leaves into a pesto
✨ Sauté spinach and kale stems with garlic
✨ Add celery leaves to stir-fries or soups

Eating root-to-stem isn’t just sustainable—it’s delicious. Next time you’re about to toss those leafy tops, think again!

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Strawberry rhubarb compote

A gentle balance of sweet and tart. Simple ingredients, natural flavors, and a reminder that good food can be both healing and delicious. Use on oatmeal, yogurt, toast, pancakes or simply eat on its own.

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Reality: Digestion is influenced by many systems in the body.

The digestive system is closely connected to the nervous system, hormones, metabolism, and stress responses. So symptoms like bloating, reflux, or irregular digestion don’t always begin with food alone.

Some factors that may influence digestion include:

• Nervous system activity – Stress can influence stomach acid production, gut motility, and digestive signalling.
• Chronic stress patterns – The gut and brain communicate constantly through the gut-brain axis.
• Hormonal shifts – Hormones can influence digestion and gut sensitivity.
• Metabolic health – Blood sugar regulation and energy balance can also affect digestive processes.

Sometimes supporting digestion means looking beyond the gut. Sleep. Stress patterns. Nervous system balance. Metabolic health. Your body’s systems are deeply connected.

Have you ever noticed your digestion change during stressful periods?