Move aside apples and bananas, there’s a new superfruit in the neighbourhood, and it even has a cool name: Lucuma. This subtropical fruit is native to South America and has recently risen to popularity in the U.S. Even the ancient Inca civilization (modern-day Peru) ate Lucuma for its sweet taste and health benefits. This fruit […]
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The fermentation craze in North America includes kimchi, kefir, and sauerkraut, but perhaps you have yet to sample kombucha! The tart, bubbly, soda-like beverage known as Kombucha has many saying no to soda and yes to this fermented fizzy drink. The bubbly beverage offers great levels of probiotics, which are the healthy bacteria that keep our […]
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The fermentation craze has been sweeping North America for the past year and shows no signs of slowing down. We’ve seen it come in many forms including yogurt, kimchi and sauerkraut, but the dairy-based drink known as Kefir is another fermentation wonder picking up steam. The drink tastes similar to yogurt, but with a consistency […]
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While quinoa and kale were once considered exotic and difficult to find in mainstream supermarkets, these superfoods have become staples in the ‘healthy diet’ of the western world. From herbs and spices to fruits, vegetables and grains, each year brings about a whole new crop of nutrient-rich, vitamin-packed foods that we can add to our […]
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Those who go seeking out health foods usually do so with the best intentions—maybe you’re trying to cut refined sugar or lose a bit of weight. However, many so called “health foods”, particularly the processed kinds, aren’t doing you any good.
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Most people are constantly trying to create more space in their fridge, but it can be a difficult task! We’re here with some good news. These 10 foods that people tend to store in their refrigerator that would actually be better left on the counter or in a pantry.
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