More growers and manufacturers are recognizing the importance of consumer confidence that their products are GMO free. The Non-GMO Project provides verification.With the latest certification of a non-
Keep an eye out for the following Canadian-grown fruits at your local farmers markets and natural foods grocers.Throughout the year we often get our fruit from out of the country. No, we don’t litera
Tomatoes are healthy and versatile. Serve them raw in a cool summer meal, or cook them up for a quick Italian-inspired dish.Tomatoes: some people love ‘em and some people hate ‘em. Whichever group you
This Superfood Spotlight we talk about the health benefits of spirulina and chlorella.You don’t have to be an editor at alive to know that superfoods are all the rage right now. Whether they’re in you
This Meatless Monday make a meat-free bento box with Asian-inspired alive recipes.If you’re a fan of Japanese food like I am, you’ve probably ordered a bento box at one time or another, or at least ha
How can we take our smoothies to the next level? Try including at least one of these superfood ingredients.Many of us start our day with a tasty fruit and veggie-rich smoothie in the morning. They’re
Whole grains are versatile, packed with nutrients, and they taste amazing - breakfast, lunch, and dinner.A healthy vegetarian diet contains the following components: water; fresh fruits and vegetables
Produced from fermented soybeans, tempeh is thought to have originated in Indonesia. It lends itself to a variety of tasty (and healthy) vegetarian dishes.Pronounced “tem-pay,” this traditional Indone
Watermelon is a healthy snack that will keep you hydrated all summer long!A friend of mine is very pregnant, and she has been obsessed with watermelon for the past few weeks. When I say obsessed, I me
With temperatures soaring, its time to try these delicious no-bake recipes and give your oven a break.With temperatures soaring, it’s time to retire that oven for the rest of the sweaty season. But f
