Make your own classic chicken tenders at home with this recipe. Add your choice of dipping sauce and enjoy! Ingredients: 6 whole Chicken Breasts, boneless/skinless, halved 2 tbsp Olive Oil 1 clove Garlic, minced 1 cup Dried Bread Crumbs 2/3 cup Parmesan Cheese 1 tsp Dried Basil Leaves 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper Direct…
Type 2 Diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, accounting for approximately 90% of all cases. It’s a metabolic disorder, characterized by insulin resistance and fasting elevations in blood sugar levels, and if left untreated can result in a number of serious health complications. The good news is that this form o…
A great recipe for a cool day, this hearty vegetable stew will fill up the entire family. Try it at home and enjoy! Ingredients: 1 lb Butternut Squash, peeled, seeded and chopped 1 lb Carrots, peeled and chopped 1 lb Parsnips, peeled and chopped 1 lb Sweet Potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 lb Potatoes, peeled and chopped…
Add taco night to your schedule with this tasty recipe. Use your favorite toppings and enjoy! Ingredients: 1 lb. Ground Beef 1 package Corn Tortilla Taco Shells 1 medium Avocado, sliced 1 medium Bell Pepper diced 1 cup Lettuce, chopped 1 medium Tomato, diced Salsa, as desired Low-Fat Cheese, shredded Taco Seasoning: 1…
Your kidneys are vital organs that help detoxify your body by filtering and eliminating waste and producing urine. Over 2 million Canadians suffer from kidney disease or kidney damage. The risk factors for kidney disease include; being of African descent, eating a diet high in red meat, smoking and obesity. There are a…
Good quality sleep is fundamental for your health. Without it, you are at risk for a number of diseases. Even the chance of having a car accident significantly increases with poor sleep. One particular form of sleep disturbance, which is increasingly common, is called sleep apnea. The most common form of sleep apnea is…
A strong, healthy heart is a great start to living your healthiest life. Use these four tips to help improve your heart health and live better.
Coffee, tea and other caffeine containing beverages are a staple for people around the world. Caffeine is a nervous system stimulant with the potential for addiction if overused. According to the DSM-5, the American Psychological Association’s diagnostic manual for mental disorders, caffeine addiction, known as caffein…
Start your day the right way with this heart smart breakfast plate. Add our Heart Smart Morning Juice and enjoy! Ingredients: 4 large Eggs 2 Spring Onions, chopped 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil Salt and Pepper, to taste 2 slices Whole Wheat Bread Banana Strawberries Directions: 1. In a medium sized bowl mix together eggs, sprin…
According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, there are an estimated 70,000 heart attacks each year in Canada. That is one every seven minutes. Approximately 14,000 Canadians die each year from a heart attack. A heart attack occurs when the coronary arteries, the blood vessels supplying the heart muscle with blood and…