Nutrition

Wondering what’s the healthiest sugar to eat? The health benefits of spicy foods? If drinking your greens is actually as healthy as eating them? We’ve got answers to all these questions—and so much more.

What are the Health Benefits of Romanesco?

This whimsical broccoli-cauliflower hybrid is almost too pretty to eat. (Almost.)


How to Choose a Healthy Bread

Bread is a staple in many households—but how do you know if you're making a healthy pick?


What You Need to Know About Seitan, The Latest Plant-Based Protein Craze

Plus, Lauren Toyota's secret to making the perfect seitan.


5 Reasons Turmeric Coffee Might Be Good for You—and How to Make It

Turmeric, known as the golden spice, can enhance the flavour of your coffee, but can it help your health? Here...


Should You Try Seed Cycling to Improve Your Menstrual Cycle?

Here’s what a registered dietitian and a holistic nutritionist have to say about whether it can alleviate your PMS symptoms...


What is Teff? What to Know About This Gluten-Free Ancient Grain

Teff is a powerhouse seed full of essential amino acids, calcium, and other nutrients. Here are the health benefits of...


5 Tips for Enjoying More Family Meals

Making a habit of sitting down together for meals can be a challenge for time-crunched families. Here are five tips...


Does Coffee Dehydrate You?

The caffeine content in coffee can increase your urge to pee, but does it actually dehydrate you? Our experts weigh...

Buckwheat: Health Benefits, Nutrition Facts, and How to Eat It

Here's the scoop on the seed's health benefits—plus creative and fun ways to add it to your meals.


This Is Why Canadian Butter Isn’t as Soft as It Used To Be

If you’ve noticed that your butter is harder than usual, you're not alone—and it’s all because of what they’ve been...


50 Surprisingly Unhealthy Foods at the Grocery Store

We asked nutrition experts to reveal the unhealthiest foods at the grocery store, and the verdict is in: Many foods...


37 Secrets Nutritionists Won’t Tell You for Free

Nutrition experts are just like the rest of us—they try to make healthy food choices regularly. But healthy eating doesn't...


8 Tofu Health Benefits You Should Know

Find out why tofu is a healthy addition to any diet. Plus: Quick and easy recipes and tips for making...


Nutritionists Never Eat These “Healthy” Foods

They sound healthy, they look healthy—but are they? Nutritionists help us distinguish between the "looks good" food to the truly...


A New Canadian Company Wants to Help You Take Your Vitamins

A new subscription vitamin company takes the guesswork out of finding the best supplements for you—and delivers them in personalized...


12 Frozen Foods You Should Avoid at All Costs

Nutritionists share the frozen foods you should avoid at all costs and which quick and healthy options they choose to...


Is Coconut Aminos Healthier Than Soy Sauce?

Registered dietitian and plant-based diet specialist Cynthia Sass shares why coconut aminos is a popular soy sauce alternative.

Is Millet Flour Healthy? Here’s What a Nutritionist Says

Registered dietitian and plant-based diet specialist Cynthia Sass, shares why millet flour is good for you and the planet, and...


Is Vegetarian Fast Food Actually Healthy? Here’s What to Know

Is your faux-meat burger a nutritional winner? Experts reveal the truth about plant-based and vegetarian fast food, plus, tips to...


Amaranth: This Grain’s Nutrition, Benefits—Plus Recipes

Amaranth is a gluten-free seed that is full of protein, fibre, and micronutrients. Learn more about the seed's health benefits—plus,...


What Are the Health Benefits of Mushrooms?

Functional mushrooms are popping up in teas, tinctures and even skin care. A registered dietitian explains the trend.


How Bad Are Fried Foods, Really?

Fried foods can be heavy in calories and cooked in unhealthy oils. But there are smart ways to eat fried...


Does Natural Wine Have Health Benefits?

Registered dietitian and plant-based diet specialist Cynthia Sass explores the natural wine trend, including what it is, the pros and...

Is Chickpea Bread Healthy? The Nutrition Facts About This Grain-Free Bread

Chickpea bread is a tasty gluten-free bread loaded with nutrients found in chickpeas. Here's everything you need to know, plus...


What Is Millet? Nutrition Facts, Benefits, and How to Eat It

Millet is a whole grain that is full of nutrients and has a mild corn flavour. Here's the scoop on...


6 Most Surprising Healthy Brain Foods

From cheese to red wine, oily fish to green tea, these brain-healthy foods may help boost your cognitive health.


Is It Bad to Drink Water That’s Been Sitting Overnight—Or Longer?

We've all gulped down water left over from last night—on the night table, on the counter, in the car—but is...


What is MCT Oil? Nutrition Facts You Should Know

Here are the benefits of MCT oil and why you might want to incorporate it into your diet, according to...


Are Hazelnuts Healthy? Here’s What Nutritionists Say

Hazelnuts are tree nuts loaded with rich nutrients and healthy fats that can provide numerous health benefits. Here's what you...