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Do You Need To Take Magnesium?

May 7, 2020

By Anna Varriano

How are insomnia, headaches, high blood pressure, constipation, and muscle cramps related? They are all common symptoms of a magnesium deficiency. Whether or not you suffer from any of the above-mentioned symptoms, I’d like to suggest that you keep rea …

The Lectin-Free Diet: Fact or Fiction?

September 5, 2019

By Anna Varriano

It seems that every other day, some new theory surfaces in the nutrition world. Sometimes these theories are foundational to overall good health, but most of the time, they end up being just another fad. A recent theory that is getting a lot of attenti …

Roasted Cauliflower & Butternut Squash Salad with Tahini Dressing

July 24, 2019

By Anna Varriano

This salad is one of my go-to’s for summer BBQs, pot lucks, and big family gatherings. It’s a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional potato salad. This recipe makes about 12 cups of finished salad, so adjust the ingredient amounts as needed. …

Butternut Squash-Leek-Ginger Soup

January 18, 2017

By Anna Varriano

This is one of my favourite soups. The warm flavour combinations are just right for a cold fall or winter day, and it’s loaded with health-boosting nutrients! I hope you’ll try it and enjoy it! Anna You Will Need: a butternut squash 3 or 4 leeks a few …

Top 5 Natural Health Trends

February 29, 2016

By Anna Varriano

March is National Nutrition month, so I thought it would be interesting to share what the Canadian Health Food Association has identified as the top five natural health trends for 2016, and of course, to add my two cents worth. 1 – Sea Greens Sea green …

One-Pot Winner-Winner Coconutty Chicken Curry Dinner

February 8, 2016

By Anna Varriano

This is one of my favourite dinners – especially for feeding a crowd. I’ve had this recipe for years. It’s from a very old Canadian Living Magazine (Jan 2001). I’ve made it a ton of times, but I don’t think I’ve ever made it the same way twice – and I …

Coconuty & Gingery Pumpkin Soup

November 17, 2015

By Anna Varriano

Many of us run out and buy pumpkins for Halloween and/or Thanksgiving and then forget about them; however, I encourage you to enjoy this winter squash for months beyond fall! Pumpkins are loaded with health-boosting nutrients, including powerful antiox …