Ingredients 1 large ripe banana One other fruit if you like (we like strawberries or mango) Instructions Start with ripe bananas. Peel the bananas and cut them into pieces. Put the bananas in an airtight container: A freezer-safe glass bowl is fine, or you can use a freezer bag. Freeze the banana pieces for at…
Ingredients For your base: 1 cup chopped kale or baby spinach 1 tablespoon chia seeds 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of your choice) 1½ cups frozen mixed berries ½ frozen banana 1-2 teaspoons light agave Suggested Toppings ½ banana, sliced ¼ cup blueberries 2-3 strawberries, sliced 1 teaspoon chia seeds 2 tablespoons…
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups black beans (1 15-oz can, drained and rinsed very well) (250g after draining) 2 tbsp cocoa powder (10g) 1/2 cup quick oats (40g) 1/4 tsp salt 1/3 cup pure maple syrup or agave (or honey, but not for strict vegans.) (75g) pinch uncut stevia OR 2 tbsp sugar (or omit and…
Summer Safety: 18 Ways to Stay Safe this Summer Summer is a great time for families to enjoy different indoor and outdoor activities. When you are taking part in new activities, it is best to prepare!This is why you need to keep your family safe, especially if you have young children. This is also a…
Heart Healthy Recipe – Healthy Baked Mac & Cheese Recipe Mac and cheese can be a true comfort on a gloomy day, and our healthy update takes advantage of extra-sharp Cheddar balanced with creamy low-fat cottage cheese and tucks a layer of spinach into the middle, which may help picky eaters down their vegetables. Mac…
Heart Healthy Recipe – Crispy Onion Rings Recipe Have a craving for onion rings but don’t want the fat and grease that go along with deep fried rings? We have just the thing for you then! Onion Rings Recipe Ingredients 2 medium yellow onions 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 3 large eggs…
Heart Healthy Recipe – Healthy Pumpkin Pie Recipe While it’s not Thanksgiving time, there is nothing saying we can’t dive into a healthy pumpkin pie recipe at the next barbecue or family picnic. And this twist on traditional pie is sure to satisfy any foodie in the fam! Pumpkin Pie Ingredients Pumpkin Pie Crust 30…
AED Facts – … Did You Know? Despite the Canadian government and many public organizations adopting AED’s into their safety plans, many people still do not know what they are or how important they are in every day life. This is a problem for many reasons given that AED’s and general AED facts can help…
Healthy Taco Recipe Tacos are usually a fixture in the repertoire of a busy moms dinner schedule, and making them healthy for the family is an added bonus. Read below to take your homemade taco recipe from greasy and salty to Yummy and healthy. 3 Tips for Making Healthy Tacos: We “oven fry” the…
Heart Healthy Recipe – Avocado Brownies Brownies are nearly a staple food group. They are so delicious! But they are also extremely unhealthy… or at least they were, until we came across this equally as delicious brownie alternative that will have the kids and the adults asking if they can lick the pan! Prep…