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That Little Drug Called… Youth
Meet Reid. He’s my sweet little charmer; a terribly opinionated, feisty toddler who still prefers the company of his thumb over any stuffed animal I present him with. And for those who’ve been...
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Grilled Vegetable Sandwich on WholeGrains Bread with Basil Goat Cheese Spread
Often, I spend copious amounts of time trying to come up with the perfect post title. It has to be catchy, witty and of course, it must subtly convey the topic at hand. And other times, I just let the...
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I Always Feel Better in Florida
Weeks ago, just before my family departed for Orlando, my entire household came down with a dreaded winter cold. Sneezing, coughing, runny noses – if the symptom is listed on the side of an OTC cold...
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Join us for a #FeelBetterFL Twitter Party!
If you caught my “I Always Feel Better in Florida” post below, you’ll know that I’m a huge fan of citrus fruits and juices. They’re a great addition to a nutritious diet, helping you #FeelBetterFL...
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Join us for a #BreadJuicer Twitter Party!
If you were reading my blog just before the holidays, you’ll recall that I shared my recipe for a Grilled Vegetable Sandwich on WholeGrains Bread with Basil Goat Cheese Spread. (Yes, it does sound...
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Orange Granita with Balsamic and Mint Strawberries
We’re BA-ACK! Well, technically we’ve been back for exactly 6 hours… because after a late night flight and two flight delays… we didn’t touch down in Toronto until well after 2:00 a.m. Did I mention...
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Your Best Health: It’s Not a Coincidence
Faithful readers of my blog will know that I began this year with one goal in mind: Get Healthy. Of course, this essentially translated to one thing: CUT OUT THE CRAP. It’s actually very simple. A few...
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Be Fresh For Less: The Lure of Fresh Cut Fruit
At any given time, you can find a variety of fresh fruit in my home. Both my boys are addicted to nature’s candy, and I make a habit of reaching for handful of ripe, tart raspberries or a slice of...
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The Best Multivitamin is The One You Actually Take
Three questions for you: 1. Would you be more likely to book your annual checkup… if your doctor was Ryan Gosling? 2. Would that time of the month be more bearable… if the government subsidized...
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It’s a Dempsters #VeggieBread Twitter Party!
It’s a win-win situation, friends. You take the veggies, you take the bread; You take them both, and there you have… Dempsters Vegetable Bread! Okay, so it doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue… but...
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Have You Had Your Daily Dose of Delicious?
Work is busy. My schedule is crazy. The kids are driving me insane. I have no “me” time. I need balance. Sounds familiar? Yeah, it sure does. Let’s face it: LIFE IS BONKERS. Adding to the chaos? The...
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It’s a Dempsters #WinWithTHINS Twitter Party!
Once upon a time… a very long time ago… I gave up the good stuff. You know – the stuff that begins with the letter C. Carbohydrates. A staunch anti-carb activist, I banned scrumptious foods like...
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The Best Defense is a Good Offense #Giveaway
Folks, it’s that time of year again. You know, when that unwanted, unapologetic, pesky little visitor infiltrates our communities for the next 6 months or so. Its name? Influenza. Also known as the...
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It’s More Than a Feeling… It’s #FeelGoodBread!
Today is a very good day. The heavens have parted; a ray of sun shines down and with reverence, a spotlight is focused on Dempster’s Healthy Way breads. Canadians, it’s time to feel good about your...
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The Curious Thing About Curiosity
Before I became a mother, I associated curiosity with many positive traits: growth, intellect, analysis and inquisition. To me, curiosity represented a willingness to learn, better oneself, and most...
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We All Love to Connect. That’s the #CheeriosEffect.
In today’s busy, fast-paced, technologically-advanced (obsessed?) world, it’s easy to go days – even weeks – without having face-to-face contact with friends, family and neighbours. Guilty, as charged....
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Help with the Hard Part
I don’t normally make excuses for my behaviour, choosing to own my actions rather than deflect my choices by trying to provide justification. Do, or do not. There is no try. (Oh, Master Yoda, is there...
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Have Your Dessert… and Eat it Too!
Family Dinner. One of the best ways to connect as a family, bond with your children, and create lifelong healthy eating habits. (It’s also a great time to find out who your child’s first crush is....
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Are You a Cooking Nut? Health Nut? You’ll Love Your Coconut.
It’s been called one of nature’s true superfoods. A health food that provides a great flavour option to many new cuisine recipes and old favourites. A healthy product that adds zest to the flavours of...
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When the Hard Part is Easy
NOTE: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only. Earlier this year, I shared my hard parts. 1. It’s hard to separate hunger from boredom. 10:00 PM snacking is “a thing”. 2. It’s hard to say no...
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