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"The Pandemic Pivot"
Since March 2020 families have been forced to pivot quickly every time we go into lockdown. I've been referring to it as, "The Pandemic...
Lauren
Apr 19, 20214 min read


Feel Your BEST this Spring
There’s something in the air. A spring in your step. Despite all the Covid stress, it’s undeniable that spring brings with it a certain...
Lauren
Apr 7, 20213 min read


Get Your 4 Cups a Day with this Brussel Sprouts Slaw!
I was a guest speaker recently for a Mommy/Baby Fitness class, taught by one of my favourite personal trainers - Sarah Snider. I spoke to...
Lauren
Mar 18, 20213 min read


Top of the Muffin TO YOU!
Any Seinfeld fans out there? Turns out I don't like muffin stumps either, which is why I love these Blueberry Banana Muffin Tops. I also...
Lauren
Feb 24, 20212 min read


Any Chocolate Lovers Out There?
Did you know that chocolate is good for your heart? Very fitting that we exchange chocolate on Valentine's Day! The health benefits of...
Lauren
Feb 10, 20212 min read


Health-ier Super Bowl Menu
Even if you're not a football fan (me), you'll likely tune into the Super Bowl this Sunday. I have no choice because my husband loves it,...
Lauren
Feb 3, 20213 min read


30-Minute, One-Pot Thai Chicken Bowl with Sweet Potatoes & Rice
Anyone who has worked with me knows that I consider meal planning and prep one of the most important habits for living a healthy...
Lauren
Jan 20, 20212 min read


Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash
In the absence of all holiday parties and get togethers, you may not be feeling as motivated to cook this year. But, if you're looking to...
Lauren
Dec 15, 20202 min read


5 Habits for Healthy Balanced Living
I recently gave a nutrition talk to Sarah Snider's online Mom & Baby Fitness Class where I shared my top 5 habits for living a healthy...
Lauren
Nov 16, 20203 min read


Rainbow Lunch Day!
As a way to encourage eating more fruits and vegetables, share litter-less lunch and snack ideas, and give back to our community, I’m spearh
Lauren
Oct 28, 20205 min read


Pumpkin, Apples and Beans oh my!
I don’t know if it’s the cool, crisp days, the fall colours or the fact that I’ve been spending a lot of time at home, but I’ve been inspire
Lauren
Sep 28, 20204 min read


Healthy Chocolate Pudding
We will attempt to turn avocado into chocolate pudding. Do you think we can do it?
Lauren
May 5, 20202 min read


Whole-Wheat Granola
We love granola in our house. We have it with yogurt or chia pudding, and fresh fruit, or just as a snack.
Lauren
Apr 29, 20203 min read


Crispy Kale Chips
Check out the latest episode of “Cooking with Jack and Max to Give Back” where we teach you the secret to super Crispy Kale Chips!
Lauren
Apr 22, 20203 min read


Sweet Soy Salmon
In our second episode of "Cooking with Jack (& Max!) to Give Back" we share with you one of our favourite salmon recipes: Sweet Soy Salmon!
Lauren
Apr 16, 20204 min read


Cooking with Jack to Give Back!
Enjoy the video and recipe? Please consider donating to the Parkdale Food Centre in support of the COVID-19 global pandemic.
Lauren
Apr 14, 20203 min read


Turkey and Sweet Potato Chili
I've spent years making chilli, and I think I've finally landed on the best batch yet with two additions: cocoa powder and sweet potato.
Lauren
Feb 3, 20202 min read


Eat More Plants
Eating more plants is one of my health goals for 2020. Here is a recipe for Lentil-Walnut Taco "Meat" that doesn't disappoint!
Lauren
Jan 8, 20204 min read


My Thoughts on Keto, Dieting and Living a Balanced Healthy Lifestyle
With January 1st just around the corner, I’m sure most of us are already thinking about our new year’s resolutions, which usually include a
Lauren
Dec 11, 20194 min read


A Crispy Spin On Brussels Sprouts
Even if you’re not a fan of brussels sprouts, give these a try. The leaves have a crispy texture, and parm & lemon elevate the flavours.
Lauren
Oct 7, 20192 min read
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