Here’s a quick way to enjoy local tomatoes that are bursting with flavour this time of the year. When you only have 15 minutes to make dinner this recipe is ideal. Serve with a green salad. Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Makes: 4...
Many people say that February is their least favourite month of the year. For me it is November. November seems to be infiltrated by cold rain and shorter, gloomy days. If you notice your mood pulled down as the weather shifts in late fall and early winter, it is...
Our feet are often neglected until they hurt. This month we invite you to pay special attention to your ankles, feet and toes. The beauty of these simple exercises is that you can do them while watching t.v. or sitting outside. Toes First While sitting make toe fists...
Summer Recipe Quinoa (pronounced keen-wa) is an ancient grain from South America that is considered a complete protein. It can be used in any recipe in which you would use rice, and can be served hot or cold. It is easy to cook. Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking...
So, for the past month I have been living in Europe with my rowing team, a development team that Rowing Canada Aviron has put together to building the team for the 2016 Olympics. It was a dream come true to pretend to be a European for a month; biking to all our...
Strengthens – legs, hips, buttocks, arms, shoulders, back and abdominals. Stand with your feet hip width apart, feet parallel and hands at your side Lift up from your heart so your spine is long and look straight ahead Gentle pull your belly button toward your...
Feels great after working at the computer, snow shoveling or driving. Gives the fingers, wrists, elbows and shoulders a good stretch. Stand with your feet hip width apart, knees relaxed, feet parallel. Interlace your fingers and keep your elbows bent. Turn your palms...
Stand with your feet a little wider than hip distance apart. Keep your knees slightly bent. Place your left hand on your hip. Bring your right hand overhead. Gently lengthen and reach over to the left side. Hold for 3 breaths. Do 4 repetitions on each side. Helps...
Stand with your feet comfortably apart. Bend your knees and lower your buttocks. Check to make sure your knees are over top of your toes. Your knees should not be inside your feet. Raise your arms to shoulder height. Breath deeply. Start by counting to 3 slowly. Come...
Long sunny days; vacation and relaxation time – summer gives a break from many of our usual patterns. I always think spontaneous fun and a greater sense of freedom are the special pleasures of summer. And I notice how quickly the “lazies” settle in....
Preparation Time: 10 minutes Makes: 1 L (4 cups) When kids don’t like sandwiches, salads are a great option. This easy to make salad can be changed up with your favourite vegetables and pasta shapes to suit everyone’s tastes. Ingredients Cooked short whole...
Preparation Time: 10 minutes Makes: 4 servings Tip: You can use leftover cooked chicken, or purchase a cooked chicken from the grocery store. Ingredients Light Mayonnaise 50 mL 1/4 cup Mango Chutney 50 mL 1/4 cup Multigrain Tortillas 4 25 cm 4 10-inch Cooked Chicken,...
Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 55 minutes Makes: 8 servings This vegetarian lasagna is lower in fat compared to the traditional version. Freeze leftovers in single serve portions and take it for a quick lunch on another day. Ingredients 9 whole wheat...
Fruit Filling 6 Cups Peeled and sliced apples 1/3 Cup Unsweetened frozen apple juice concentrate thawed – do not add water 1 tsp Cinnamon 3 tbsp Flour Mix together in a large bowl. Then place in an oven-proof dish....
Use your imagination and ingredients you have on hand to create a tasty, warm soup that’s ready in 15 minutes. Use leftover chicken or turkey. Serves 3-4. 1 Carton of Low Sodium Chicken Broth 1 Cup Cooked Chicken or Turkey – chopped 1 Large Carrot –...
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