The Power of Protein: Why Your Body Cannot Function Without It
The human body is made up of proteins—everything from the cells in your body, muscle, bones, skin and hair all contain protein. In many…
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5 Ancient Grains to Add to Your Diet Today: Rediscovering Nutritional Powerhouses That Outperform Modern Wheat and Corn
The wealth of ancient grains flooding the market can be really confusing; how do you cook them? Are they better or healthier than the grains I am more accustomed to?
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Know Your Ancient Grains: Spelt—The Nutrient-Dense Whole Grain Making a Comeback
Health Canada suggests that at least half the grains we consume each day should be whole. Unfortunately, thanks to the prevalence of processed foods, most of us consume processed grains and that results in poor nutrition
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How Modern Baking Methods Are Ruining Bread: Why 80% of Commercial Bread Is Nutritionally Deficient
Despite the modern trend for healthy eating, nutritionally deficient white bread still makes up about half of what we consume. Not even our ‘whole wheat’ varieties offer the fiber and nutrition of traditional bread-making techniques.
Read article →Learn All About Wholesome Whole Grains: Nature’s Most Nutritious Seeds
We all know that whole grains are better for us, but what exactly are whole grains, why should we eat them and how can we incorporate them into our daily diets? Fear not future whole grain eaters, we will reveal all as we take you on an adventure though the life of the humble grain seed and the benefits they can bring you!
Read article →Introducing the Magnificent Miss Spelt: The Ancient Grain Making a Powerful Comeback With Superior Nutrition and 50% Asthma Reduction
Spelt; the ancient grain that's making a comeback! Spelt is the distant cousin of commercially grown wheat. Click here to read about how to get on the spelt grain train and live a happier, healthier life.
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