Category Archives: Flavour of the Week

TGIF

Posted on May 18, 2013 by

Obesity can be a vicious cycle to break. Researchers found that obesity can inhibit the part of the brain the suppresses your appetite and encourages calorie burning, at least in rats. These researchers also found that they could correct the … Continue reading →

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Intermittent Fasting: Skip Meals, Lose Weight?

Posted on May 14, 2013 by

The advice sounds counterproductive, but I have always told meal-skipping clients “add a meal, lose a pound” and it usually works… but is there more to the story? There is a multitude of evidence, anecdotal and research-based, that suggests skipping … Continue reading →

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TGIF

Posted on May 10, 2013 by

“Healthy” food products – yogurt, cereal bars and ready-made-meals - marketed to children are actually higher in sugar, fat and salt than compared with similar products marketed to the general public. … Marion Nestle’s take on new artificial sweetener research. Still … Continue reading →

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Highlights from the 3rd Canadian Obesity Summit

Posted on May 6, 2013 by

The Canadian Obesity Network had its 3rd national conference May 1-4 in Vancouver. The conference covered a whole range of obesity related topics from policy, to clinical, to basic science. Obviously, we cannot cover all of the presentations but we … Continue reading →

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TGIF

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

Eat for your brain! Results from a large trial in Europe showed that people who closely followed a Mediterranean diet rich in omega-3s and low in saturated fat had reduced risk of memory and cognitive issues with aging. … Why … Continue reading →

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Alluring Allura Red? The Tale of Red #40 and Other Food Dyes

Posted on April 29, 2013 by

Currently nine artificial food colours are approved for use in the US, all of which are derived from petroleum (1).  The Food and Agriculture Organization and the World Health Organization Expert Committee on Food Additives jointly assess the health risk … Continue reading →

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TGIF

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

The secrets to guilt-free eating in an otherwise healthy diet, courtesy of 10 dietitians who share their favourite indulgences and tips for balancing the occasional treats. … Promising news on the GMO-front: two Democrat senators have introduced a bill that … Continue reading →

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Eating Our Way to a Healthier Planet

Posted on April 22, 2013 by

Happy Earth Day! This year marks the 43rd anniversary of Earth Day, which is now celebrated in 192 countries worldwide. In honour of Earth Day 2013, here are some tips on reducing your eco footprint with the choices you make … Continue reading →

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TGIF

Posted on April 20, 2013 by

Bisphenol A continues to be a problem in Canada. A recent report found that 95% of Canadians between the ages of 3 and 79 years have BPA in their urine. Even more alarming is the fact that the youngest age … Continue reading →

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What Time Is It, Mr. Wolf?

Posted on April 16, 2013 by

When it comes to weight loss everything is on the table as far as strategies go. Forks that beep when you eat, diet supplements, special plates, glasses that tint your lovely meal unappetizing colours… the list goes on. One of … Continue reading →

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