Daniela Ginta, MSc, Nutritionist
PERSONALIZED NUTRITION GUIDANCE FOR HEALTHY AGING
Our first home in Kamloops came with a particularly wonderful neighbour. She was 94, lived across the street and had many stories to tell, plus some very valuable life advice. Her garden was a thriving slice of green paradise, with …
The most important take-home message before we get started: do not stop eating fresh fruit and veggies! There are ways to reduce exposure and mitigate risks, but avoidance may increase the risk for gut microbiome imbalances as well as vitamin …
It’s a complicated question. For many people, it’s a matter of affordability, never mind their actual choices. Does it matter? Is there a ‘buy organic if possible’ list? What about the big picture? Let’s unpack. Fact: Organically produced food costs …
Do you like crème brulée? How about grilled meats? Chips? French fries? There is something appetizing about the caramelized or roasted foods or crunchy foods, and I know that’s partly why bringing up their ugly side may not win me …
It’s not exactly earth-shattering news that many of us are not particularly motivated look into prevention (that’s the proactive approach) until something starts feeling off (the reactive approach). Let’s see. When we feel good, it’s all fun and games. We …
Summer comes with too many perks to count, but there are two that I want to feature in this post. They have to do with gut health and by now we know very well that a healthy gut means a …
One of my favourite bulk food stores has been short on ground cumin. So instead of waiting for it to show up, I did the next logical thing and ground my own in the grinder I use for flax and …
There was a book I used to flip through often when I was in high school. It was written by Jean Valnet, MD, and titled something along the lines of ‘Heal yourself with legumes, fruits and vegetables’. It was quite …
What’s your most favourite non-alcoholic drink? Mine’s water. When I am properly thirsty, nothing comes close to the pleasure of drinking a glass of fresh water. If you’re lucky to live in a place with good, clean, tasty water, count …
Have you ever used flax seeds instead of eggs? Or considered consuming this mighty seed daily in cereal, yogurt or salads? If the answer is no, I hope I will have you convinced by the end of the post. Simply …