Beware of These 5 Sugar-Coated Lies
November 4, 2014
By Anna Varriano
It’s no news that sugar is strongly associated with numerous health issues and diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, obesity, cancer, and Alzheimer’s; however, thanks to clever marketing, many popular foods associated with some pretty awesome he …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthAre You Eating These Immune-Boosting Foods?
October 7, 2014
By Anna Varriano
The foods pictured above all have something in common. They are all great sources of a powerful nutrient. Can you guess what it is? I’ll give you some hints: It has powerful antioxidant functions It plays a big role in boosting our immunity It protect …
Continue reading Tip of the Month10 Ways to Think Outside the Lunch Box
September 8, 2014
By Anna Varriano
It’s hard to believe that it’s back-to-school time. Among the many challenges of getting back in to the routines that come with this time of year, is wracking your brain with what to pack your kids (or yourself!) for lunch, day-in, day out. When I was …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthInside-Out Sun Protection
August 1, 2014
By Anna Varriano
I belong to a chapter of the Business Breakfast Club here in Ottawa. Every week, members share a one minute ‘infomercial’. Last week I spoke about the mounting research that is challenging the advice to stay out of the sun and use plenty of sunscreen t …
Continue reading Tip of the Month10 Ways to Eat Water
June 30, 2014
By Anna Varriano
Most people I see don’t drink nearly enough water, and while it’s important to do so in any season, it’s especially important in the hot summer months. In this month’s tip, I’m sharing 10 foods that can significantly contribute to our hydration – in fa …
Continue reading Tip of the Month5 Allergy Season Survival Tips
May 6, 2014
By Anna Varriano
Ever heard the song called “While Strolling Through The Park One Day”? It’s a real oldie (from 1884!) and starts off with these lyrics: “While strolling through the park one day, In the merry merry month of May, I was taken by surprise, By a pair of ro …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthI Gotta Gut Feeling…
April 8, 2014
By Anna Varriano
It All Started When… Last fall, I applied and was accepted to receive training as a GAPS (Gut and Psychology/Physiology Syndrome) Certified Practitioner. Only 1 in 6 who applied from across Canada and the U.S. were accepted. The location of the train …
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