McDonald’s. Burger King. Pizza Hut. For some people the names of these fast food restaurants might cause a shudder of horror. But they would be in the minority. For the majority, our saliva flow increases as we anticipate a bite of a giant greasy burger or pizza. A study published this week in the Archives [...]

According to a new study by the American Dietetic Association, the nutrition-conscious should take calorie labeling on restaurant meals and packaged foods with a grain of salt. The Association looked at 29 popular restaurants and 10 top-selling frozen meals from the grocery store. The average restaurant meal had 18 percent more calories than stated while [...]

A new regulation that has just passed in B.C is a step in the right direction for those of us who are trying to make healthier food choices! The Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport announced that, as of September 30, 2009, restaurants in B.C will no longer be allowed to use trans fats in [...]

With winter gone and spring upon us, there’s plenty to look forward to – warmer weather, spring flowers, spring cleaning (maybe not) and the selection of spring fruits and vegetables to enjoy! Incorporating foods that are currently in season into meals, not only gives us the chance to try out new recipes and keep meals [...]