Consumer Reports has been watching out for us on a vast range of issues for more than 80 years. One of its latest efforts was an investi-gation into contaminants and additives in 40 common processed foods. And the findings are frightening…Read More →
“An idle mind is the devil’s playground!” So goes another oldie-but-goodie my Grandma passed down to me… So it was really no sur-prise to find that science has validated the ancient wisdom. Turns out, an idle mind is Alzheimers’ playground!Read More →
Lately, scientific advances in heart health have been coming monthly – almost weekly. And the American Heart Association’s (AHA) 2026 update to its official dietary guidelines reflects new wisdom while underlining the basics…Read More →
Every month, more Canadians struggle to keep their families fed. The Food Banks fall farther behind their commitment. And the Supermarkets continue to post double digit profits. But the new Canadian Food Security Strategy may change all that…Read More →
Just a few years ago, some folks were fore-casting the end of the wild salmon fishery on Canada’s West Coast. But the industry is re-bounding with the return of the fish – In spite of climate change and frustrating but neces-sary government restrictions…Read More →
I’m often amazed by ‘tips’ and ‘Hacks’ younger food writers feel the need to tell the world about – when they’re just reemerging ancient and venerable kitchen wisdom. Case in point: Repurposing stale bread as multi-talented Bread Crumbs.Read More →
I guess we all knew, on some level… But a new poll has confirmed that food and dining are sources of ‘couples discord’. The trouble often centres on the eternal, vexing question of, “What’s for dinner?” – When neither partner wants to deal with it…Read More →
It’s a whole family of myths that refuse to die. No matter how many times the experts try to debunk them. Sugar is a central topic of dis-cussion among health conscious folks these days. And old sugar myths are gaining traction again…Read More →