Nutrition

Inside a dietitian’s fridge

Take a peek at what nutrition pro Sue Mah stocks for her family


Red tea: The hottest health drink

Red tea, or rooibos, is the latest healthy drink to hit North American shelves. Find out why you should be...


8 foods that truly comfort

Sipping tea, biting into a carrot and even savouring chocolate can actually offer mental benefits. Find out how, plus get...


6 reasons to eat more apples

Picked more apples than you can chew and need some motivation? These six reasons to eat apples will help get...


10 food additives you should avoid

Find out which food additives are under the most scientific scrutiny and what foods you'll find them in


5 reasons to eat more tomatoes

There may be debate whether a tomato's a fruit or a vegetable, but there's no question that tomatoes are delicious'and...


Peaches: To Cook or Just to Eat?

Fruit is my favourite food, without question. Dessert is probably my second, and I’m always a fan of fruit desserts.


Get it together: Your diet

Fast-food nutrition info, how to buy local, and more food- and diet-centred websites

An ode to avocados, plus some healthy avocado recipes

I love avocados. I love them on sandwiches, I love them in salads (green or grain), I love them as


8 budget superfoods, plus recipes to try

A dietitian and celebrity chef suggest adding these budget-friendly foods to your shopping list. Try cooking them up with our...


The facts about omega-3s

Make your body a well-oiled machine with heart-healthy, brain-boosting omega-3s


Summer-slim meal plan

This slimming meal plan features calorie-light breakfasts, lunches and dinners ideal for summer


Foods that boost fertility

Boost your chances of conception with foods like whole grains, healthy fats, vegetables and more


Vitamins and minerals 101

Everything you need to know about dietary supplements


4 healthier summer treats

Summer snacks are not all created equal. The next time you indulge, choose smart, healthier alternatives


Healthiest market picks

Your guide on what to enjoy'and what to avoid'at your local market


Canada’s top farmers’ markets 2008

We searched from coast to coast to track down 10 of this country's best farmers' markets

Bean counting

A primer on some of the most popular varieties of beans


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Green tea battles bugs

Green tea can make antibiotics up to three times more effective in fighting antibiotic superbugs, according to research presented at


Test your supermarket smarts

Putting the healthiest choice in your shopping cart isn't always easy, thanks to competing health claims


Five disease-fighting foods

Give your eyes, heart and overall health a boost with these smart picks


Trans fat 101

Get the facts on trans fats


Hey Canada, let’s ban trans fats

Why voluntary trans fat reductions alone likely won't prevent thousands of unnecessary deaths

Down with trans fats!

Want trans fats out of your food? Here's an easy way to make your opinion heard


Best Health meal plan snacks

Seven satisfying snacks on our meal plan


Best Health meal plan dinners

Seven delicious dinners on our meal plan


Best Health meal plan lunches

Seven delicious lunches on our meal plan


Best Health meal plan breakfasts

Seven tasty breakfast options for our meal plan


Shed pounds now

Our exclusive, dietitian-developed meal plan makes it easy (and oh-so-tasty!) to shed those unwanted pounds