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The Health Benefits of Consuming Whole Grains
Grains are a basic food in households around the world and can be broken down into two categories: whole grains and refined grains. Unlike the

Introduction to Smoothies
For many of us it may be difficult to consume the recommended daily amounts of fruits in vegetables; however a tall glass of smoothie for

Turning Your Smoothie into Supper
The popularity of making home-made smoothies and juices is at an all time high in North America and Europe. Vitamix® is now a household name, once

Take Control of Your Portion
“If it is fat-free or sugar-free, is it OK to eat as much as you want?” Obesity is on the rise and fats and sugar

Introduction to Accompaniments
This section showcases a number of unique and exotic condiments, such as Spicy Strawberry Chutney and Date and Brown Sugar Chutney. Many of us add

Introduction to Beverages
Even with an unlimited number of beverage choices, such as sodas, teas, coffees, juices, shakes and smoothies, there is nothing quite as refreshing as a

Introduction to Desserts
For some of us with a sweet tooth, a meal is incomplete if it does not end with a dessert. However, the problem is that

Sugars In Disguise
Let’s face it! “Sweetness” is loved by all, whether in kindness or food! As infants, the first preference for taste-development is “sweet.” Sweetened drinks and

Omega 3’s – The Heart of the Matter
Did you know that the risk of heart disease is three to four times higher in South Asian immigrants than it is in the general

Introduction to Entrées
The entrée recipes in this section will help give you some great dinner ideas. Not only do these recipes help you prepare delicious and nutritious

Introduction to Lunch
The majority of us are at school, work, or on the road during the day and when lunchtime hunger strikes, we are ready to grab

Introduction to Breakfast
We have all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and it is true! Breakfast helps to refuel our body after