Health Benefits of Chia Seeds Chia seeds have gotten a lot of press in the past few years, and are often called a superfood because of all they profess to offer – omega-3 fatty acids, protein, fibre, micronutrients and antioxidants. While I agree that they have all these positive attributes, I think it’s wise to look objectively at any food… Read More
BPA-Free Plastics Not as Safe as One Might Think
BPA-Free Plastics Not as Safe as One Might Think Ever since the alarm was raised on BPA plastics because of their hormone-disrupting properties, “BPA-free” plastics have popped up all over the place. But are these new plastics any safer than the original? A study out of the University of Texas suggests not. BPA, which is short for Bisphenol A, is… Read More
Is Stress Causing Your Hormone Imbalance?
Is Stress Causing Your Hormone Imbalance? One of the main complaints I hear from women is that they are suffering from hormone issues. They will complain of hot flashes, excruciating periods or other symptoms that seem to come and go with their monthly cycles. These can be headaches, insomnia or sugar cravings. While common, these symptoms are not a sign… Read More
Nutrition for a Better Sleep
Sleep can make a huge impact on health, and just as good quality sleep affects the quality of the diet, a good diet can also impact the quality of sleep. In this week’s blog post, I want to talk about how nutrition can affect sleep. Most of us know that a poor sleep will contribute to poor dietary choices. Research… Read More