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In Part I, we introduced you to some of the health benefits of a convenient and nutritious vegetable - the sweet bell pepper. Available year-round and easy to chop, pack, and chomp, this veggie is a powerhouse when it…

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They’re a favorite of brown bag lunches everywhere, as a raw veggie that can be tossed into tupperware and makes the perfect receptacle for hummus, dressings and dips. That’s right - the bell pepper is our Food of the Week, for more…

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Alfred, Lord Tennyson once said that in spring, a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love. Surely he meant love of asparagus, everyone’s favourite spring-harvested vegetable that is as delicious as it is nutritious.

Asparagus is quite high…

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Increasing in popularity all over North America, quinoa is not just for health nuts anymore. Its nutty flavor, cute spiral shape and complete protein content make it a great choice for anyone who wants to add a little variety and extra…

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If you’re looking for a healthy, unique alternative to rice, look no further than quinoa, the ancient Incan food that is increasingly taking on a role in modern kitchens. Quinoa earns the title of Food of the Week for its high protein…

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Miss your move of the day? Fear not, and embrace the benefits of change - Her Active Life writer Lindsay Hutton will still be bringin’ the moves, but she’ll be mixing them up with other tips for wellness, from recipes to…

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This week we’re profiling garlic, the kitchen staple that packs an impressive punch for your health as well as your palate. Garlic has been used throughout history as a natural preventative and cure for everything from high cholesterol to gangrene…

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For thousands of years, cooks have used garlic to add a rich, robust flavor to everything from dips and spreads to pasta sauces to soups and stews to toasted bread. But this tasty and versatile veggie is also hiding some surprising health…

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Yesterday, we introduced you to the surprising health benefits of sage - a seasoning that can help you whip up delightfully festive recipes this weekend. Not only is sage a powerful anti-inflammatory, but it is reputed to boost memory power, and…

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You may encounter hazelnuts during the holidays, but there are good reasons to incorporate this Food of the Week into your diet year-round - especially for heart health.

While all nuts offer some protective cardiac benefits, hazelnuts stand out.…

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The holidays are just around the corner, and with them come the ubiquitous bowls of mixed nuts - salted, roasted, or candied, every party or family gathering wouldn’t be complete without a serving (or two) of these tasty treats.

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Yesterday, Her Active Life gave you the goods on clementines - those little orange fruits that fill produce departments this time of year. Clementines are delicious, convenient, and pack a nutritious punch - they contain more than 100% of your daily…

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‘Tis the season for heavy holiday fare, from mashed potatoes to stuffing to pecan pie. All those big meals are enough to make you long for something sweet and refreshing - luckily, ‘tis also the season for clementines, those convenient little cousins…

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Yesterday we introduced you to oats, the Food of the Week that is so much more than a breakfast cereal. As a high-fiber, low-fat food, oats are an ideal addition to diverse recipes, and can be incorporated into everything from burger…

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With winter cold spells comes the craving for warm, comforting foods - like a steaming bowl of oatmeal topped with brown sugar to start off your day. But oats are more than just winter breakfast fare, and actually have a long list…

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