Eating well

Want something new for dinner? Try a picnic

Picnics can be practical and easy to arrange, especially when travelling. You don’t need the big picnic basket, checkered tablecloth or bulky cooler.

Ten steps to diabetes prevention — Part III

It’s not just what you eat: dodging diabetes also involves losing weight, getting enough exercise and sleep, and taking care of your mental health.

Healthy recipe : Spanish orange and avocado salad

This colourful salad with its healthy fat and abundance of vitamin C will brighten the coldest, darkest winter day.

Ten steps to diabetes prevention — Part II

Avoiding diabetes isn’t just about eating less sugar; it also pays to choose healthy fats, make sure you get enough protein and cut back on salt.

Ten steps to diabetes prevention — Part I

Get smart diet tips from The Diabetes Prevention and Management Cookbook in this first part of our three-part series.

Brain foods: 5 essential nutrients for a healthy brain

A healthy diet can help prevent diseases such as type 2 diabetes. But can eating foods such as blueberries help keep your brain healthy, too?

The truth about caffeine and sleep

Coffee is a staple of daily life. But other than providing a quick pick-me-up, what effects does that coffee have on your body?

Getting your child to eat well

Healthy eating habits in your kids start with you. Here’s how to ensure you raise a healthy — not a picky — eater.

Healthy recipe: Potato leek soup

The flavour of this classic soup is simple yet wonderful, and you’d never guess it’s both low-fat and low-sodium.

Healthy recipe: Country-style mushroom pie

Enjoy the veggie goodness of this hearty pie after a wintry day outdoors. Use the filling for either a main-course pie or savoury appetizer tarts.