Pumpkin Power
October 20, 2026
By Anna Varriano
Fall is such an amazing time of year. The colours are gorgeous, the air is crisp, the days can still be warm while the nights are cool and great for sleeping, and there is an abundance of beautiful, fresh, local produce, including one of my very favour …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthWhy You Shouldn’t Spill The Tea!
February 5, 2026
By Anna Varriano
Green tea has long been associated with a long list of health benefits, which are primarily thanks to its high concentration of a health-boosting substance called epigallocatechin gallate, or EGCG. EGCG has received a lot of attention and extensive res …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthThe Twelve Tips of Christmas Holidays
December 18, 2025
By Anna Varriano
I recently hosted my first holiday celebration, and one of the items I served was the veggie Christmas Tree pictured above (instructions are at the end of this article if you’re interested). You’re probably thinking: “Oh brother. Anna’s going to tell m …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthWant to Know Why I Take Krill Oil?
July 28, 2025
By Anna Varriano
As a nutritionist, I promote getting as many of the nutrients our body needs by eating healthy, whole, unprocessed foods. I recommend buying organic produce when possible (especially if the fruits and vegetables you eat the most are ones that have high …
Continue reading Tip of the Month5 Reasons To Use Frozen Vegetables & Fruits
May 22, 2025
By Anna Varriano
It may seem a bit odd that I am writing about the benefits of frozen produce when it’s the season for planting vegetables and fruit bushes and trees; however, keep reading … and if you do grow your own fruits and veggies, perhaps this article will moti …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthShould You Embrace These 2025 Food Trends?
January 9, 2025
By Anna Varriano
Happy New Year! One of the first nutrition-related articles I read in 2025 was a Newsweek article entitled: “Food Trends to Embrace in 2025, According to Scientists”. That title caught my interest, as in addition to my nutrition certification as a Regi …
Continue reading Tip of the Month, UncategorizedTips for the Holidays
November 30, 2024
By Anna Varriano
As you prepare for the holidays, I thought you might be interested in some delicious recipes, some tips that can help us to be more mindful regarding holiday indulging, and some health-boosting related gift ideas. First off, there’s my 12 Days of Chri …
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