A Sense of Community at Burnbrae Farms
When Victor was a teenager, civil war broke out in his home country of Liberia, forcing him, his mother and ...
Read MoreThe Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fats
You know omega-3 fats are good for you. That’s because they’ve been linked to a variety of health benefits. These amazing fats are so important for health, few nutrients have been studied as thoroughly as omega-3 fats have. So what exactly are omega-3 fatty acids, why should you make sure you’re getting enough of them and how do omega-3 enriched eggs fit in?
Let Eggs be Part of Healthy Eating Resolutions
If healthy eating is among your New Year resolutions, eggs are a great place to start. Adding more vegetables, fruit ...
Nutrition and Immunity
Your immune system is one of the best defenses you have against becoming ill. It is a complex and integrated system of cells, tissues, and organs. These include your tonsils (if you have them), lymph nodes and vessels, your thymus, spleen, Peyer’s patches (a type of lymph tissue in your digestive tract), even your bone marrow and, of course, white blood cells.
The Importance of the Omega-6 to Omega-3 Ratio by Doug Cook RD, MHSc
You might be wondering what the big deal is? Omega-6 and omega-3 fats carry out essential tasks in the body. Despite the importance of these essential fats, getting too much of either one can interfere with how the other one functions.
Eggs – Great Fuel for Growing Children
Looking for good ways to fuel your children’s bodies and minds and help them do their best at school and play? Think eggs!
EGG Bakes! Breakfast Sandwiches 4 Ways
Southwest Chipotle Breakfast Sandwich A delicious southwestern twist on a quick and tasty breakfast sandwich! Prep time: 5 minCook time: ...
Protein. Is it all about Timing?
People’s interest in protein as a nutrient remains strong; it’s still a highly searched word online and with good reason: protein is an essential nutrient for optimal health. While most Canadians get enough protein to prevent a protein deficiency, most are not consuming it in a way that optimizes muscle growth, repair and maintenance.
The Versatility of Eggs & Healthy Brunch Ideas by Doug Cook RD, MHSc
If you’re looking for ways to add high quality nutrition to your diet, chances are you don’t have to look ...
The Power of the Smoothie By Doug Cook RD, MHSc
When it comes to healthy eating, it’s important not to get bogged down with dietary dogma; rules that more often ...
March is Nutrition Month!
We all know that nutrition is the cornerstone of health and studies consistently show that when it comes to increasing ...
Egg Myths – How Well Do You Know Eggs?
Brown eggs or white eggs? Hormone-free or antibiotic-free? Is it okay to start every day with eggs at breakfast? When ...
Eggs and Cholesterol – Myth Debunked
It’s official – the 2015-2000 Dietary Guidelines for Americans no longer include a limit for dietary cholesterol.1 Plus, eggs are ...