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From Our Table: Food benefits go beyond nutrition
By Joanne Smith on March 10th, 2020
March is Nutrition Month and this year’s theme is More Than Food. Dietitians across the country want Canadians to know that healthy eating goes way beyond just food. It extends to eating together, cooking delicious home made meals, generational cooking skills and mindful eating. Dietitians love food and the science behind it. We are passionate ... Read More »
1 responseFrom Our Table: Eat foods rich in nutrients for heart health
By Joanne Smith on February 25th, 2020
Not only is February the lucky month to host Valentines Day, it’s also the designated month for Heart Health Awareness. This is an extremely important area of our health to keep on top of. That old saying is true, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Both diet and exercise play key ... Read More »
1 responseFrom Our Table: Love is in the air and in this chocolate cake
By Joanne Smith on February 11th, 2020
Friday is Valentine’s Day and the red, pink, hearts and Cupids are in full force. There are also a little extra chocolate treats to tempt tastebuds throughout many stores. Chocolate is a deliciously decadent treat that, like many foods, does actually have a healthy component as well as less healthy ingredients. I might mention moderation ... Read More »
1 responseFrom Our Table: Turn up the heat to avoid food poisoning
By Joanne Smith on January 28th, 2020
I know this is a food column but I’m going to share a little story with you that is not so appetizing. In fact, here’s a warning: This column may contain content some might find culinarily offensive. A few years ago I was out at a local restaurant. My succulent Caesar salad topped with grilled ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From Our Table: Set a goal to lose weight? Four factors to feeling full without overeating
By Joanne Smith on January 14th, 2020
The most popular New Year’s resolution is to lose weight. This goal often comes along with that nasty word associated with dieting – deprivation. Losing weight should be about wanting to be permanently healthier. It means finding positive lifestyle changes you can live with forever. It should not be temporary. It should not eliminate entire ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From Our Table: Send off 2019 with one last hurrah
By Joanne Smith on December 31st, 2019
Another year is wrapping up. In fact another decade is also coming to an end as we get ready to welcome 2020. It’s a super fun year to say! I don’t think I’ve ever had a column that landed right on the last day of the year. I debated if I should write about Christmas ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From Our Table: It’s OK to play with your food at Christmas
By Joanne Smith on December 17th, 2019
Every year at Christmas I like to try something new for Christmas dinner. From experience let me tell you it’s a really good idea to test them before the big day. I’ve had some great successes and some epic failures. Did I try those before? Hmmm let me think. OK no I confess I really ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From Our Table: Cool as a cucumber
By Joanne Smith on July 2nd, 2019
Summer is officially here! School is out, the warm summer sun is shining in the sky and summer storms have started. I love the thunderstorms but I could definitely do without the hail. I have a few pots and perennials looking somewhat sad with some shredded leaves and bent branches after last Thursday’s storm. At ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From Our Table: Get proteins from a variety of sources
By Joanne Smith on May 7th, 2019
So it’s going to be a challenge to follow the last column guest written by my youngest son Benjamin while I was struggling with a cold. Thank you so much to everyone who commented on how much they enjoyed it. And no I did not write the headline; my editor actually picked that one. And ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From Our Table: Dietitians can help you unlock the potential of food
By Medicine Hat News on March 12th, 2019
March is Nutrition Month and the theme Unlock the Potential of Food is a continuation from last year’s theme so some of the simple yet key messages can be emphasized. The focus is on looking at the many benefits food has to offer in so many areas of our lives. It’s also an opportunity to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From Our Table: Recipes for a merry Christmas dinner
By Medicine Hat News on December 18th, 2018
Christmas season is in full swing with just seven sleeps until Christmas Day. I truly hope you are taking time to enjoy the seasonal celebrations. This time of year can be very busy and somewhat stressful. It is so important to stop and take a deep breath and really look around at the delightful decorations, ... Read More »
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