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Pumpkin Chocolate Pudding
This chocolate pudding is full of nutrients including good fats (avocado), protein (tofu), fibre (pumpkin) and lots of flavour (chocolate and maple syrup). If you need a sweet fix, make it a nutritious treat at least. No gluten, no dairy but lots of flavour. Top with coconut yogurt and toasted nuts or seeds and enjoy!…
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Easy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread
Got some pumpkin purée? We’ve got the perfect bread for it. This gluten-free, dairy-free version of a fall classic will leave you satisfied without the bloat. Coconut flour is very absorbent which is why you only need a little bit. Enjoy! Makes 10 servings Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 40-45 minutes What you need: 3…
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Spicy Pumpkin Soup
Autumn means cool sunny days, colourful leaves, and lots of pumpkins. Our soup will keep you warm on those cooler days. Packed with warming spices, we add apple pieces for a touch of sweetness. Enjoy this easy recipe.
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Breast Cancer…a Family Tradition?
by Lyne Desforges, Registered Holistic Nutritionist Sobering Statistics According to the Canadian Cancer Society “It is estimated that about 1 in 8 Canadian women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime and 1 in 33 will die from it” If you know 8 women, then statistically one of them will get breast cancer. That is…
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Lessons Learned From My Orchid
Written by Lyne Desforges, Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Culinary Nutrition Expert, July 2018 Patience and perseverance: not easy virtues, especially in today’s “modern society” of instant results and gratifications, and throwaway consumerism. Case in point: my orchid Two years ago, I received an orchid as a hostess gift. It brought beauty and joy to…
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10 Secrets to Longevity
Written by Lyne Desforges, Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Culinary Nutrition Expert Live Long and Prosper How do people in certain areas of the world stay healthy well into their 90s? What do they all have in common? What’s their secret? After watching many testimonials on the Human Longevity Project series, I have come to realize…
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Homemade Bone Broth
Bone Broth: Memories of Our Childhood Our sense of smell is strongly linked to our memories. Nothing brings back better memories for us than the smell of bone broth simmering on the stove or in the slow-cooker. Your memory might be more about having homemade chicken soup when feeling a little under the weather. Whatever…
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Green Smoothie Formula
Is Your Green Smoothie A Complete Meal? A smoothie, if made properly, can be a complete meal that is nutrient dense and very healthy. Ensuring that it contains healthy fats and proteins means that it will keep you satiated and keep your blood sugar levels more stable. If you are having digestive issues, it can…
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Embrace the Holidays … Without Guilt!
Written by Lyne Desforges, Registered Holistic Nutritionist This is not your typical blog post for the holidays. Most blogs will talk about how to resist temptation or how to say ‘no’ without offending anyone. Let’s look at things from a different perspective! How about we see the Holidays as a time of celebration, a time…