Milk is one of those staples that has always been a part of our daily diet. But the more I learn about the state of our milk, the harder I work to cut it out of my diet. There is no substitute for the health benefits of raw, unpasteurized milk. A mothers breast milk is … Continue reading Wellness: The Benefits of Making Your Own Milk
As I sat down to write this blog, I actually paused to prepare a crockpot of my own bone broth. As the new year takes off and the winter continues, many people have been pulled down by those pesky cold and flu bugs. There are natural alternatives to taking processed and/or synthetic medication or supplements … Continue reading Wellness: Healing to the Bone (The benefits of bone broth)
Spring is here! After the inward time of winter, spring awakens our senses, brings new shoots and new growth and vibrant colours all around us. Naturally we want to spend more time outdoors in order to absorb the fresh air and welcome the return of vegetation all around us. In Chinese medicine, spring is the … Continue reading Nutrition: Garlic Scapes and the joy of eating in the spring time
Those of us who are constantly fighting the battle of the bulge know the real truth. However much society may tell us that being fat is a personality flaw, the 61% of Canadians whose weight is unhealthily high (overweight or obese) know that fat is a loudmouth schnook constantly urging us to eat, even if … Continue reading Wellness: Fat Has a Mind of Its Own
Geneviève Blanchet, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, and recent arrival in Pemberton, is a regular contributor to our site. She blends Asian tradition and modern western nutritional science with the wisdom of healing herbs. She is passionate about eating fresh, seasonal and nutrient-rich food and would like to share what she’s learned with you. www.lepetitchou.ca. Post by Geneviève … Continue reading Nutrition: The Thermal Property of Foods Explained by Genevieve Blanchet
by Geneviève Blanchet The name legume comes from the Latin legumen or legere, “to gather” and peas, chickpeas and lentils are some of the oldest crops cultivated. As one of the least expensive forms of protein, beans are as nutritious as they are practical, which is why they are an integral part of cultures all … Continue reading Nutrition: The Basics of Beans
Tired of turkey? Feeling a post-Christmas energy lull? Collard greens might be the solution! The Wellness Almanac is excited to welcome, Geneviève Blanchet, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, and recent arrival in Pemberton, as a regular contributor to our site. She blends Asian tradition and modern western nutritional science with the wisdom of healing herbs. She is … Continue reading Discover Collard! A new recipe from a new contributor, nutrionist Geneviève Blanchet
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