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Do your kids happily gobble up fatty fish (salmon, trout, sardines, mackerel or herring) twice a week? If not, chances are they likely don’t have their healthy omega-3 fats covered. The Canadian Nutr…

Did you know that egg whites and yolks offer different nutrients? Whole eggs are packed with protein, essential vitamins, healthy fats and more, but you need to eat the entire egg to benefit from them…

If you enjoy eggs as much as we do, you’ll be thrilled to find out that they are not only tasty but incredibly nutritious. Sometimes, folks who are watching their weight choose to skip the yolk, havin…

Why eat a protein-rich breakfast? High-protein foods can help individuals manage their appetite longer, which can aid in weight management. In addition, protein is crucial for muscle growth and repai…

I bet if I asked you are eggs part of a healthy, well-balanced diet, you'd agree. Less well known are the details like how many eggs make a serving and how many servings are recommended each day. That…

We hear this comment quite often. You come home from the grocery store to crack open an egg from a new dozen, only to notice that instead of the sunny-side-up yellow yolk you’re used to, you see a pal…

Sometimes we get questions about the different sizes of eggs and what that means while in the kitchen (especially when baking with precise measurements). Not to worry! We've created a guide that expla…

By: Andrea D’Ambrosio, Registered Dietitian & Owner of Dietetic Directions Want to stock your kitchen like a dietitian? If so, this blog will help you do just that! Stocking your kitchen is a p…

What nutrition message is likely to dominate the next decade?  "For ultimate nutrition at every age and life stage, eat mostly nutrient-rich whole foods closest to their natural state." Here’s how eg…

A question we hear all too often surrounds the topic of feeding infants eggs. Is it okay? Absolutely! You can confidently feed your tiny one eggs however, there are a few guidelines we'd like to share…

Most of us love eggs and they are a staple in our homes. After reading this list you may just have a few new reasons to love eggs. 1. That’s fewer calories than a slice of bread. Two eggs or one Ca…

Sometimes we need a little nudge, like a study, to find ways around our typical excuses for skipping breakfast. Although we are all guilty of occasionally missing the first meal of the day, it turns o…

 Written by Carol Harrison, Registered Dietitian  One way I’ve kept the kitchen cool this summer is by cooking with eggs. Especially on hot summer days, you might want to avoid turning on your oven. …