IF YOU ARE TIRED, YOU ARE PROBABLY LACKING THIS. . .Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Quinoa Salad with Moroccan Spiced Dressing
We eat healthy, balanced meals when we're watching our weight, but often we sabotage our best efforts by snacking on junk food. We can avoid this weight-gain trap by eating nutritious snacks. For weight management, snacks need to feed our cells with vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, some complex carbohydrates, protein, and essential and polyunsaturated fats - just like our main meals, only smaller. Unless we supply these nutrients at each meal, our bodies will cry out for them through food cravings. For example, if we haven't provided the essential fats we need for cell membrane, skin, immune and hair health, we crave unhealthy, fatty fast foods. If we have eliminated complex carbohydrates (found in whole foods such as oats, brown rice and vegetables), then our brains scream for them and we crave sugar. This recipe features all the basic food groups: leafy green vegetables and tomatoes that provide vitamins and lycopene; apricots that provide iron; and whole grains that satisfy our need for fibre, B vitamins, protein, and minerals. The quinoa used in the recipe has a protein profile similar to eggs, without the saturated fat, The almonds add some polyunsaturated fat, as well as more protein and calcium.
I love this salad as I can make it at the start of the week and store in small containers to use when I need a lunch in a hurry or a side dish with dinner.
4 cups water - pinch of salt
1 cup quinoa
In saucepan boil water, add salt and quinoa. Lower to medium-low, cover and cook 15 minutes. Drain cooked quinoa and rinse under cold water.
1 cup cherry tomatoes chopped
1 small red onion chopped
1/2 cup dried apricots chopped
1/2 cup toasted almonds, coarsley chopped
2/3 cup Moroccan Spiced Dressing
Mix above with quinoa and keep in separate container from spinach
8 cups (2 L) baby spinach leaves
Put spinach in bowl, add quinoa salad on top and add some dressing when ready to eat.
Moroccan Spiced Dressing
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp natural soy or organic yogurt
1 1/2 tsp honey
1/4 tsp of sea salt
1/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp turmeric
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/4 cup flaxseed or extra-virgin olive oil
Whisk together above ingredients adding oil last.
These ingredients provide so much more nutrition than a commercial dressing. Cumin, ginger and cinnamon have a multitude of healing properties, including aiding digestion and helping to reduce blood pressure.
I love this salad as I can make it at the start of the week and store in small containers to use when I need a lunch in a hurry or a side dish with dinner.
4 cups water - pinch of salt
1 cup quinoa
In saucepan boil water, add salt and quinoa. Lower to medium-low, cover and cook 15 minutes. Drain cooked quinoa and rinse under cold water.
1 cup cherry tomatoes chopped
1 small red onion chopped
1/2 cup dried apricots chopped
1/2 cup toasted almonds, coarsley chopped
2/3 cup Moroccan Spiced Dressing
Mix above with quinoa and keep in separate container from spinach
8 cups (2 L) baby spinach leaves
Put spinach in bowl, add quinoa salad on top and add some dressing when ready to eat.
Moroccan Spiced Dressing
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp natural soy or organic yogurt
1 1/2 tsp honey
1/4 tsp of sea salt
1/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp turmeric
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/4 cup flaxseed or extra-virgin olive oil
Whisk together above ingredients adding oil last.
These ingredients provide so much more nutrition than a commercial dressing. Cumin, ginger and cinnamon have a multitude of healing properties, including aiding digestion and helping to reduce blood pressure.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Are We Raising Healthy Kids?
Do you know what the research says about some of the more common approaches to childhood illnesses?
Do you want to know what your options are? Do you know that you have a choice?
Join Dr. Danielle Warner, family chiropractor, for this interactive discussion and find out what many parents are doing to support the health of their children with natural and safe alternatives.
When: Wednesday February 23, 7-8 pm
Where: Simplicity Yoga Studio, Keswick
Investment: Your time and enthusiasm!
Call FFC at 905-898-8098 to reserve your spot!
Do you want to know what your options are? Do you know that you have a choice?
Join Dr. Danielle Warner, family chiropractor, for this interactive discussion and find out what many parents are doing to support the health of their children with natural and safe alternatives.
When: Wednesday February 23, 7-8 pm
Where: Simplicity Yoga Studio, Keswick
Investment: Your time and enthusiasm!
Call FFC at 905-898-8098 to reserve your spot!
Monday, February 7, 2011
What Chemicals are in your Beauty Products?
Do you know what kinds of chemicals you're putting on your body? Gillian Deacon, author of "There's Lead in Your Lipstick: Toxins in Our Everyday Body Care and How to Avoid Them," does. Here she helps us -- and you -- decipher which beauty products to ditch because of their chemical content.
Q: Which products carry the highest level of toxins?A: It's not as easy as purging one particular item here or there. There are between 85,000 and 100,000 chemicals in the marketplace, many of which are widely used in all sorts of products.
Here are a few examples:
1. Anything that is made with fragrance -- soap, lotion, bubble bath, shampoo -- contains phthalates, which are a class of chemicals used to give products scent. This is the same group of chemicals that was banned in January 2011 by Health Canada for use in plastic products and children's toys. But they're still being used in personal care products. These chemicals are endocrine disruptors, which means they mimic hormones and wreak havoc with our hormonal balance; everything from PMS to skin irritations is related to out-of-whack hormones.
2. Parabens are another class of chemicals found in a variety of personal care items -- everything from shampoo to shaving cream to mascara. Parabens are a cheap preservative, so they're commonly used to extend the shelf life of a product. If you've ever found yourself digging around the bottom of your purse or glove compartment for an old lipstick that's lasted you years, that's why it still works. A recent study found parabens in 19 out of 20 breast cancer tumours.
3. Sixty-one per cent of brand name lipsticks contain lead, according to recent tests, but the ingredient was not listed on the packaging.
Q: Are there any products people should stop using immediately?A: If I had a magic wand I'd like to eradicate hand sanitizers and antibacterial soaps. Antibacterial products contain triclosan, a chemical that's been linked to cancer and endocrine disruption. What's more, the American Medical Association says antibacterial products are no more effective than handwashing at killing bacteria. Most doctors agree the overuse of these products is creating drug-resistant bacteria.
Q: What effect can these toxins have on our bodies?A: Many symptoms of chemical overexposure are often mistaken for other diagnoses: headaches, nausea, dizzines, joint irritation, eczema, shortness of breath, rashes and acne.
Q: Can you offer some alternatives?A: It's becoming easier and easier to source clean, green alternatives. Here are some of the big names that are easy to find in health stores and online: Aubrey Organics, Dr. Hauschka, Dr. Bronner's, Rocky Mountain Soap Company, Pangea, Green Beaver, Badger, Weleda, Lavera, Pure Anada, Gabriel, Zuzu and many more.My book catalogues alternatives across the price range for each category (hair, eyes, lips, armpits, etc.). I've also included several recipes for those who want to take the time to whip up safe alternatives at home (for a fraction of the price).
Q: What should we look for/avoid when shopping for products?A: We cannot assume long-term health and safety testing has been done on all products or their ingredients. There is no requirement, by law, in Canada or the U.S. for personal care products to be tested for human safety before they're introduced to the marketplace.Don't be fooled by a pretty green package or words like "natural" or "earth-friendly." The more unpronounceable the words on the listing of ingredients, the more chemicals the product contains.
Q: Which products carry the highest level of toxins?A: It's not as easy as purging one particular item here or there. There are between 85,000 and 100,000 chemicals in the marketplace, many of which are widely used in all sorts of products.
Here are a few examples:
1. Anything that is made with fragrance -- soap, lotion, bubble bath, shampoo -- contains phthalates, which are a class of chemicals used to give products scent. This is the same group of chemicals that was banned in January 2011 by Health Canada for use in plastic products and children's toys. But they're still being used in personal care products. These chemicals are endocrine disruptors, which means they mimic hormones and wreak havoc with our hormonal balance; everything from PMS to skin irritations is related to out-of-whack hormones.
2. Parabens are another class of chemicals found in a variety of personal care items -- everything from shampoo to shaving cream to mascara. Parabens are a cheap preservative, so they're commonly used to extend the shelf life of a product. If you've ever found yourself digging around the bottom of your purse or glove compartment for an old lipstick that's lasted you years, that's why it still works. A recent study found parabens in 19 out of 20 breast cancer tumours.
3. Sixty-one per cent of brand name lipsticks contain lead, according to recent tests, but the ingredient was not listed on the packaging.
Q: Are there any products people should stop using immediately?A: If I had a magic wand I'd like to eradicate hand sanitizers and antibacterial soaps. Antibacterial products contain triclosan, a chemical that's been linked to cancer and endocrine disruption. What's more, the American Medical Association says antibacterial products are no more effective than handwashing at killing bacteria. Most doctors agree the overuse of these products is creating drug-resistant bacteria.
Q: What effect can these toxins have on our bodies?A: Many symptoms of chemical overexposure are often mistaken for other diagnoses: headaches, nausea, dizzines, joint irritation, eczema, shortness of breath, rashes and acne.
Q: Can you offer some alternatives?A: It's becoming easier and easier to source clean, green alternatives. Here are some of the big names that are easy to find in health stores and online: Aubrey Organics, Dr. Hauschka, Dr. Bronner's, Rocky Mountain Soap Company, Pangea, Green Beaver, Badger, Weleda, Lavera, Pure Anada, Gabriel, Zuzu and many more.My book catalogues alternatives across the price range for each category (hair, eyes, lips, armpits, etc.). I've also included several recipes for those who want to take the time to whip up safe alternatives at home (for a fraction of the price).
Q: What should we look for/avoid when shopping for products?A: We cannot assume long-term health and safety testing has been done on all products or their ingredients. There is no requirement, by law, in Canada or the U.S. for personal care products to be tested for human safety before they're introduced to the marketplace.Don't be fooled by a pretty green package or words like "natural" or "earth-friendly." The more unpronounceable the words on the listing of ingredients, the more chemicals the product contains.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Holistic Cooking Lessons
Simplicity presents…
My Simply Scrumptious Kitchen
with Jenn Pike RHN
Chop, Blend & stir your way to a more
Holistic Approach of Unlimited Energy
· My classes are designed with the intention to educate you towards a healthier more vibrant form of you through a more whole food, vegetarian-based and delicious way of eating.
· The emphasis of all classes are to create simple and great tasting raw and cooked vegetarian and living foods.
· You will receive a copy of my inspiration Caroline Dupont’s recipe and educational book ‘Enlightened Eating’.
In each class you will be lead through a nutrition seminar & food preparation demo before exploring a variety of recipes on your own in groups of two before enjoying our dishes together around the harvest table
Pre-Registration is required for all classes. $85 includes your cookbook, $65 for returning students
Friday February 11th 11:30am -2:30pm
Whole Foods in Less than 30 Minutes
Almond Mushroom Pate
Cream of Green Soup
Apple Fennel Salad
Quinoa Black Bean Corn Salad
Steamed Edamame Pods
Walnut Burgers with Ketchup a la Raw
Irresistible Date Squares
Chocolate Mousse Pie with Cashew Cream
Chai Almond Milk
My Simply Scrumptious Kitchen
with Jenn Pike RHN
Chop, Blend & stir your way to a more
Holistic Approach of Unlimited Energy
· My classes are designed with the intention to educate you towards a healthier more vibrant form of you through a more whole food, vegetarian-based and delicious way of eating.
· The emphasis of all classes are to create simple and great tasting raw and cooked vegetarian and living foods.
· You will receive a copy of my inspiration Caroline Dupont’s recipe and educational book ‘Enlightened Eating’.
In each class you will be lead through a nutrition seminar & food preparation demo before exploring a variety of recipes on your own in groups of two before enjoying our dishes together around the harvest table
Pre-Registration is required for all classes. $85 includes your cookbook, $65 for returning students
Friday February 11th 11:30am -2:30pm
Whole Foods in Less than 30 Minutes
Almond Mushroom Pate
Cream of Green Soup
Apple Fennel Salad
Quinoa Black Bean Corn Salad
Steamed Edamame Pods
Walnut Burgers with Ketchup a la Raw
Irresistible Date Squares
Chocolate Mousse Pie with Cashew Cream
Chai Almond Milk
0-24 Month Girl's Clothes
We have a FFC practice member who has generously offered
up some GIRLS clothing for anyone who would like them.
Newborn - 24 months
(or she can separate them if you just want a certain age group)
Please email info@fosterchiropractic.com if you are interested.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
FRIENDS and FAMILY APPRECIATION DAY!
FRIENDS & FAMILY APPRECIATION DAY!
Drs. Warner & Foster are hosting a
Friends & Family Day.
In exchange for a non-perishable food item, we will be providing
COMPLIMENTARY New Patient Appointments to
individuals who have been referred in by
current practice members.
WHEN:
Dr. Warner's event takes place: Saturday, February 19th, 2011
Dr. Foster's event takes place: Tuesday, March 8th, 2011
Spaces fill quickly!
Please call our fabulous front desk staff to reserve your spot.
905-898-8098
YOGA IN YOUR OWN HOME!
Do you love yoga as much as we do?
We have our favorite yoga spots right here in York Region,
BUT you can always do yoga from your own home.
If you're like me you have your own favorite mini-routine. I have a suggestion for those of us who like instruction. www.yogaglo.com .
You can build your own yoga class especially for you - anything from 5 minutes duration to 3 hours! You choose your instructor, yoga style, duration and level.
You can even choose a subspecialty: partner yoga, pregnancy, insomnia, sun salutation, inversions, hip openers, etc....
CHECK IT OUT!
Some of our absolute favorite local yoga studios include:
Spinach - the wonder food!!
Spinach is the perfect way to green-up your winter menu. When it's really cold outside, it's natural to crave carbs, but if you want to minimize weight gain in the frigid months, consider a Popeye boost.
Unlike many leafy greens, spinach is sweet and easy to use in any recipe, which is why it's so popular. Last year, the United States Department of Agriculture reported more than 60,000 acres of spinach were harvested. As we move deeper into winter hibernation, we have to get our vegetable intake from wherever possible and spinach is an inexpensive option you can keep in the freezer. I recently discovered an organic, frozen-vegetable company called Green Organic Vegetables Inc. that is available all across Canada.
Five reasons why you should add more spinach to your diet:
1. Spinach is an excellent source of calcium: By supplying 100mg of calcium in every 100g serving, spinach is an excellent alternative to dairy for its ability to support healthy bone growth and prevent the onset of osteoporosis.
2. Spinach can help you relax: Spinach is one of the highest sources of dietary magnesium. Magnesium is necessary for smooth muscle relaxation of the arteries, as well as for hormone development in our adrenal glands to cope with high stress levels.
3. Spinach is high in folate: Folate is important for everyone, but necessary for expectant mothers to ensure proper neurological development of the fetus in early stages of growth. So stock up on spinach to nourish your baby's nervous system!
4. Spinach is a great source of protein: There may have been some truth to the old Popeye cartoons. Spinach is one of the only vegetarian sources of protein that contains a complete amino acid profile to rebuild muscle tissue and support collagen growth, which helps to maintain healthy skin and mobile joints.
5. Spinach can help protect your eyesight: Spinach is high in lutein, a phytonutrient in the carotenoid family. Lutein specifically targets the eyes to avoid the macular degeneration associated with aging. It's an antioxidant for the eyes that maintains healthy vision.
Unlike many leafy greens, spinach is sweet and easy to use in any recipe, which is why it's so popular. Last year, the United States Department of Agriculture reported more than 60,000 acres of spinach were harvested. As we move deeper into winter hibernation, we have to get our vegetable intake from wherever possible and spinach is an inexpensive option you can keep in the freezer. I recently discovered an organic, frozen-vegetable company called Green Organic Vegetables Inc. that is available all across Canada.
Five reasons why you should add more spinach to your diet:
1. Spinach is an excellent source of calcium: By supplying 100mg of calcium in every 100g serving, spinach is an excellent alternative to dairy for its ability to support healthy bone growth and prevent the onset of osteoporosis.
2. Spinach can help you relax: Spinach is one of the highest sources of dietary magnesium. Magnesium is necessary for smooth muscle relaxation of the arteries, as well as for hormone development in our adrenal glands to cope with high stress levels.
3. Spinach is high in folate: Folate is important for everyone, but necessary for expectant mothers to ensure proper neurological development of the fetus in early stages of growth. So stock up on spinach to nourish your baby's nervous system!
4. Spinach is a great source of protein: There may have been some truth to the old Popeye cartoons. Spinach is one of the only vegetarian sources of protein that contains a complete amino acid profile to rebuild muscle tissue and support collagen growth, which helps to maintain healthy skin and mobile joints.
5. Spinach can help protect your eyesight: Spinach is high in lutein, a phytonutrient in the carotenoid family. Lutein specifically targets the eyes to avoid the macular degeneration associated with aging. It's an antioxidant for the eyes that maintains healthy vision.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Dr. Warner's Friends and Family Day
Who do you know that will benefit from chiropractic care?
In exchange for a non-perishable food item, Dr. Danielle Warner will be providing complimentary new patient appointments to individuals who have been referred in by her current practice members!!
Saturday February 19, 2011 is Friends and Family Day! Call and make an appointment for someone you care! They will thank you for it! 905-898-8098
In exchange for a non-perishable food item, Dr. Danielle Warner will be providing complimentary new patient appointments to individuals who have been referred in by her current practice members!!
Saturday February 19, 2011 is Friends and Family Day! Call and make an appointment for someone you care! They will thank you for it! 905-898-8098
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