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Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD 8 Foods to Lower Blood Pressure This Heart Month February is Heart Month and is a great time to lower your blood pressure. The Public Health Agency of Canada reports that 22% of Canadian adults are living with high blood pressure. Given that 17% of these individuals

Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD Eating well at work can be challenging, say 45% of Canadians according to a recent survey conducted by Ipsos Reid. Often times, we do prepare a lunch box to bring to the workplace and ensure it’s healthy and wholesome. However, the afternoon snack time is when we

Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD Planning a Father’s Day barbecue party? But what if your dad needs a gluten-free way to enjoy his burger? Here are some simple ideas that do not require being a gluten-free expert. Simple Gluten-Free Burger Ideas for Dad 1. Make a gluten-free burger patty from scratch Store-bought

Just like any meal, a well-balanced snack should also contain some protein-rich food. Most of us pay attention to cooking a well-balanced meal. But we don’t pay as much attention when it comes to preparing snacks. Just like any meal, a well-balanced snack should also contain some protein-rich food. Why is protein so important? Not

You probably don’t think of lentils as being a regular breakfast food. But you might want to start! A new study from researchers at Carleton University, published online in advance of the January 2013 issue of a scientific journal LWT – Food Science and Technology, found that the antioxidant properties of lentils may enhance the

Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD With January rolling in, New Year resolutions are once again everyone’s hot topic. The good news is, eating healthy is often in the top 3 resolutions. The bad news is, by February, most people have forgotten about it, or couldn’t stick to it and hence have given

Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In addition of wearing pink, eat these foods that help promote good breast health. Top 5 Foods For Good Breast Health: 1. Cruciferous Veggies Broccoli, kale, cabbage, cauliflower, collard greens all belong to this group. In addition to being high in

May is Celiac Disease Awareness Month. Whether it’s a necessity or by choice, going gluten-free can be an adventure for you and your family! For many, finding tasty gluten-free snacks is a challenge. Many commercial snacks are high in carbs or sugar but low in nutritional values. So ignite your inner foodie by exploring gluten-free

November is Diabetes Month in Canada, and November 14 is World Diabetes Day. That means it’s a great time to talk about how a diet rich in legumes – including lentils – can help regulate blood sugar and improve glycemic control, both important factors in managing type 2 diabetes. It’s been known for some time