Simple Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

This strawberry smoothie has a lovely creamy texture thanks to the whey protein powder. It tastes not too sweet and has a light hint of vanilla. This strawberry smoothie is simple, fresh and wonderfully pink!

Mango Salad Dressing Recipe

Friday, February 26th, 2010

I developed this recipe when I had to come up with some low-Calorie options for salad dressings. This mango dressing tastes great and is perfect for switching it up a bit. It adds flavor and sweetness to any salad.

How Healthy are Whole Grains Really?

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

The message is everywhere: “Eat more whole grains”. The supermarket is full of products that proudly claim to contain whole grains. Even some fast food stores include a whole grain option in their menu. What is the reason behind all of this and is it really true what they all say?

Q: Does Seasonality affect Nutrient Content?

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

I was recently asked this great question: Is there a nutritional difference in foods when they are in season vs. out of season? The short answer is yes — foods are more nutritional when in season.

Healthy Chocolate Truffle Recipe

Saturday, February 13th, 2010

These healthy chocolate truffles are perfect for anybody with a sweet tooth. They taste and feel so decadent and rich, but they are full of things that are good for you. You won’t believe what the main ingredient is.