by michellesavard | Sep 20, 2012 | Dairy-free, Food as Medicine, Recipes
This recipe can be added to your 20 minutes or less healthy-recipe-repertoire. You’ll love it because it is gluten-free, dairy-free and full of flavor. Soba noodles are a nutritious alternative to normal wheat pasta that pack in loads of nutrients. For 2 Ingredients:...
by michellesavard | Sep 20, 2012 | Healthy Eating, Women's health
One of the things that really bothers me as a naturopath and as a pregnant woman is that it’s difficult to find trimester-specific nutritional information. Throughout pregnancy your vitamin and mineral needs are slightly different, so rather than writing about...
by michellesavard | Sep 14, 2012 | Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Recipes
These are the brownies you’ve always been dreaming of: gooey, sweet, chocolaty, sugar-free, dairy-free, gluten-free and oh sooo delicious! Check out how easy they are to make and treat yourself this weekend! Ingredients: 2 cups whole hazelnuts 2 1/4 cups of chopped...
by michellesavard | Sep 6, 2012 | Health Tips, Healthy Eating, Uncategorized
After indulging during summer vacation, September is the perfect month to get back into healthy eating habits. The first step to healthy eating is buying healthy foods, so let’s go over 13 essentials for making the right food choices before they even reach your...
by michellesavard | Sep 6, 2012 | Food as Medicine, Healthy Eating, Recipes, Uncategorized
The summer is not yet over and I am still craving fresh salads. In fact, since I’ve entered my 3rd trimester of pregnancy, salads are the only meals that don’t give me heart burn in the evenings. Thankfully, the sky is the limit when it comes to salad variations,...
by michellesavard | Aug 31, 2012 | Dairy-free, Food as Medicine, Recipes
Who said pesto was long to make? Whip this delicious recipe up in 15 minutes, max! Why? On top of being ultra-tasty, it is rich in calcium and promotes bone health without containing dairy (yes, it is possible!). It’s also perfect for those who have trouble...
by michellesavard | Aug 23, 2012 | Health Tips, Healthy Eating, Recipes
Have you heard of green smoothies? Don’t be scared! They have actually gained enormous popularity over the past few years. Why? Not only are they delicious but they are bursting with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. Green smoothies are a great way to...
by michellesavard | Aug 23, 2012 | Weight loss
With so much weight-loss information out there, it’s hard to make sense of it all and distinguish fact from fiction. Here are a few common myths explained and clarified! To loose weight I need to… 1. Cut the fat in my diet Myth Fat is essential to every...
by michellesavard | Aug 16, 2012 | Dairy-free, Food as Medicine, Recipes
Couscous-Fruit Cake This is an easy, quick, fat-free cake recipe perfect for a hot summer day as it requires no baking and it is served chilled. Eat it as a desert, snack or even breakfast but make sure you keep any leftovers in the fridge to retain its moisture....
by michellesavard | Aug 9, 2012 | Dairy-free, Healthy Eating, Recipes, Weight loss
While on vacation, I remembered how difficult it was to find healthy dairy-free entrées and appetizers. Here’s a delicious, healthy, dairy-free dip to add to your repertoire. Serve it with bread, crackers, raw vegetables… Ingredients: 1 ½ cups silken tofu* 1 ½ table...
