Jackfruit Tacos
One of our absolute favourite restaurants to visit when we go to LA is plant-based Mexican restaurant Gracias Madre. Not only is it a beautiful space (with the dreamiest courtyard), but the food is next level. Usually when we go for
Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai
Whether you have food sensitivities, your naturopath or nutritionist has put you on a specific diet, or you're trying out "The Whole 30" for a month, sometimes finding foods we are "allowed" to eat can be tough. Thats' where creativity, some
Almond Espresso Energy Balls
These energy balls may just be the perfect afternoon snack. Not only are they full of protein and good fats, we also added in a little coffee and cacao for an added energy boost. Our favourite part about these is
Activated Charcoal Explained
Activated charcoal a.k.a magic black dust has gotten some major hype lately in the media and nutrition world. But the truth is, it's been used in conventional medicine as an effective emergency treatment for certain kinds of poisoning and drug
Nutritional Yeast Explained
Ask a few of your friends their opinion of nutritional yeast and you’ll get everything from: “YES, I friggin' love this stuff”, to “Why would I want to eat yeast? (Ew.)” Don’t let the name confuse you-- nutritional yeast is not
Fish Oil: Everything you need to know
THE MAGIC BULLET? While there may still be no “magic bullet” or “fountain of youth” in medicine, fish oils may be the closest thing. There is almost no reason NOT to ensure optimal intake of fish oils, and almost everybody will
HEALTHY CHOCOLATE CHIP PEANUT BUTTER DONUTS
You’re probably looking at these donuts and either thinking, “How healthy are we actually talking?”, or “Healthy means they taste like cardboard”. Well we’re happy to report, these are legitimately healthy, and objectively delicious. These adorable little donuts are gluten,
Wellpicks: Canadian Health Food Companies you should know about
For any foodie or health nut, the Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA) trade show is like heaven. Imagine a giant room filled with rows upon rows of food, coffee, tea, wine, skincare products, etc. all with health and wellness at
Super Simple Burrito Bowl
It would not be an exaggeration to say that my life changed when I discovered the concept of a "bowl". I'd of course been eating of out bowls my entire life, but the idea of cooking some grains, roasting a
HOW TO EAT HEALTHY… AND NOT FEEL LIKE A LONER
Deciding to be a “healthy eater” or even just trying out a new diet can often feel isolating, and at times extremely frustrating. There are constant obstacles, life gets in the way, you fall off the wagon, or maybe even give