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What’s Really in the Food

August 1, 2011

By johnmac

We all know that many packaged foods aren’t the greatest in terms of being healthy for us, but I’m guessing that most of us have some in our fridges and pantries. Packaged foods aren’t all evil – and you can avoid those that are and make better choices …

Why Wheat May Be Sabotaging Your Health

July 25, 2011

By johnmac

recently read an article entitled ‘The Dark Side of Wheat – New Perspectives On Celiac Disease & Wheat Intolerance’ by Sayer Ji (www.greenmedinfo.com).  Stay with me on this one….it’s not just for people with Celiac disease or life threatening whea …

Seasonal Allergies and Nutrition

May 25, 2011

By johnmac

Spring is finally in the air….along with all the things that cause seasonal allergies.   Allergy symptoms are caused by histamine being released in our bodies. This is a natural immune system response, and in many cases, it will just run its course – a …

Getting a Good Night’s Sleep

February 25, 2011

By johnmac

A good sleep is one of the major foundations of overall good mental, emotional and physical health, but unfortunately, lack of sleep seems to be a significant issue with so many people. Research has shown that sleep deprivation, which is such a chronic …

GMOs: Protect Your Food Supply

October 1, 2010

By johnmac

I recently learned that in the U.S.A., this October is the first official ‘Non-GMO Month’ (GMO stands for Genetically Modified Organism). As I learned more about the initiatives that are taking place in the U.S., I thought it would be timely to share s …

Sweet Misery: Sugar and HFCs

February 1, 2010

By johnmac

With Valentine’s Day this month, I’m guessing that some of us will consume more than our usual amount of chocolate and other sweet treats.  I know I’ll be looking forward to some dark chocolate- covered ginger! There’s nothing wrong with occasionally i …

Spicing Up the Holidays

December 1, 2009

By johnmac

Spices add incredible richness, flavour and sometimes colour to our food.  While recent research is uncovering the numerous health benefits of various spices, many cultures around the world have used spices for their numerous healing properties for tho …