Back to work and school got ya down? Or running late in the morning, perhaps? Since you’d never skip breakie to save 5 minutes (oh, horrors!) make this pb and banana smoothie for a breakfast meal you and the rest of the fam can easily stomach. It’s so easy and super yummy. And what’s better … Continue reading
Did ya know, souping is the new juicing. BUT unlike juice, soups are loaded with hearty ingredients like lentils, mushrooms, beets and squash leaving you fuller and more satisfied. We love soups at GRG as they are a great way to get in uber amounts of veggies into your diet and they can be made … Continue reading
This is the perfect HEALTHY beverage to keep you warm this holiday season while watching the Santa Claus parade or cozying up next to a certain someone special by a fire. For only 100 calories, zero grams of fat and zero grams of added sugar (thanks to the SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener) you get to enjoy a tasty … Continue reading
The candy cane’s popularity as the holiday go-to treat seems to have diminished. Is it time to bring it back? I think so! I was pleasantly surprised the other day when I looked at the nutrition facts for a candy cane. Only 60 calories for one whole cane (regular size – not those dinky small ones) and zero grams of … Continue reading
This post was sponsored by the makers of SPLENDA®; thoughts and opinions are our own ‘Tis the season of lights, presents, merriment and let’s get real, overindulgence. We’re sure we’re not the only ones that can sometimes fall prey to the temptation of treats that has become synonymous with the holiday season. From work parties to family … Continue reading
This post was sponsored by the makers of SPLENDA®; thoughts and opinions are our own. It’s that time of year – for family, friends, enjoying the spirit of the season and…gaining weight? No doubt, there will be plenty of opportunities to indulge this season what with all the parties and get-togethers. While what’s on offer at … Continue reading
Welcome Friday! In today’s Fabulous Find feature, we take a look at a new energy bar on the market – one like no other we’ve seen yet: SoLo GI Energy Bars. We were stoked when the makers of SoLo asked us to review this intriguing energy bar. First things first: they taste uh-mazing! We tried … Continue reading
Want to save time and still get your veggies in? Have you tried making salads in jars yet? What a great concept: Easy, healthy and looks pretty to boot 🙂 Check it out: And the salad stays fresh for days in the jars making it a great addition to your meal prep for the week … Continue reading
We’ve got you covered here at GRG. Today we are arming you with the top five marketing tricks the food industry uses to get you to buy their products. 1. Serving Size. Ever look at the nutrition facts table and think, “Oh, that’s not as bad as I thought!” Only to then notice (or worse … Continue reading
Quinoa seems to be the new ingredient to find it’s way to the processed food shelves. Sounds healthy….right? Not so fast. Quinoa IS a healthy grain on it’s own (duh), but swapping oats for quinoa, for example, and still keeping all the added sugar, salt and fat doesn’t transform the food into a healthy alternative. Let’s … Continue reading
Quinoa seems to be the new ingredient to find it’s way to the processed food shelves. Sounds healthy….right? Not so fast. Quinoa IS a healthy grain on it’s own (duh), but swapping oats for quinoa, for example, and still keeping all the added sugar, salt and fat doesn’t transform the food into a healthy alternative. Let’s … Continue reading
Although I have yet to taste the stuff, Watermelon Water, or “Wtrmln Wtr” aa the bottle reads, is the newest kid on the block when it comes to tropical bevvies. It has about the same sugar content as coconut water (’bout 12 grams or sugar per serving) and it’s a good choice for hydrating post … Continue reading
As if Canadians need any more encouragement to consume mounds of sugar and cream, Tim Horton’s brings out a “Double Double” Visa card. Giving the credit card a unfortunate (yet admittedly catchy) name like “double double” spins the calorie-laden phrase into a seemingly innocent title. But the implication is not so benign: a large double … Continue reading
Find it in the frozen food aisle – this side pairs well with any protein and best of all, is ready in under 10 minutes! For 1 serving or 1/4 of the bag, it’s got only 150 calories, 3 grams of fat, 4 grams of fibre and 5 grams of protein. The sodium is moderately high at … Continue reading
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