Archive for January, 2012

I frequently get asked about hydration.  Generally, most people assume we need 8 cups of fluid per day.  However, the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP), the leader in exercise and personal training research in Canada, recently released new guidelines on this topic. Fluid Intake: According to the Institute of Medicine (IOM), we get about 20% of our fluid intake from food [...]

I’ve prepared a handout on VITAMIN C to share with my clients and visitors to the site.  I hope this helps boost your understanding of this important vitamin! Note, the RNI for Vitamin C is 80mg per day → meaning, by ingesting 80mg of Vitamin C daily, you will prevent deficiency.  However,  a healthy diet consisting of 8-10 servings of fruits [...]

Nothing hits the spot like a warm hearty soup this time of year.  This simple and fantastic recipe for a Hearty Tuscan Soup from the Heart and Stroke Foundation is packed with protein and fibre, and low in sugar and bad fats.  Enjoy! Prep time: 25 min | Cook time: 50 min | Servings: 10 Ingredients 15 mL (1 tbsp) [...]

By now, you must have been bombarded with lists of what to do and what not to do this new year.  I’d like to share some thoughts on a slightly different list…the HOT LIST. This list differs from a typical “to-do” list because it’s a prioritized list of tasks or matters that are important to you.  We all know what [...]

Here are the notes that compliment the recent “Natural Approaches To…” Cold and Flu Prevention Health Seminar. Thanks to all who made it out – it was great seeing you!  Please contant me if you require any clarification on anything we covered during the talk. Cold vs Flu: Flu → rapid onset and progression + fatigue, body aches, higher fever Prevention: Hygiene Hand-washing is [...]