Tag: berries

Blueberry-Poppyseed Honey Banana Bread

Blueberries are nature’s perfect little superfood and thanks to growers in Chile, these little blue dynamos* are available in grocery stores during the winter. Fresh blueberries are natural cancer-fighters. Heart-healthy, full of antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber, blueberries are the perfect go-to fruit to pack great nutrition into every meal. But not everyone understands how …

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Flourless Pancakes with Berry Compote

Do you eat breakfast each day? According to the Dietitians of Canada, nearly 40 per cent of Canadians skip breakfast each day, often because there isn’t enough time in the morning to eat. But choosing a balanced breakfast doesn’t have to take long – it just takes a little planning ahead. “In my 18 years …

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Berry Blue Smoothie Recipe

There’s no better time than the arrival of the new year to resolve to eat better. But “better” doesn’t have to mean boring; not with ample supplies of fresh blueberries, nature’s perfect “superfood”, available all winter long.  Chile’s blueberry crop is being harvested right now, during the southern hemisphere’s summer, arriving in Canada fresh, juicy …

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Vegan Triple-Berry Crisp

Who said desserts couldn’t taste great and be nutritious at the same time? This summer, don’t let your fear of sugar overpower your cravings, as you can have your crisp and eat it too. This treat is great for everyone. Topped with granola, it’s a delicious mixture of fruit and cinnamon that makes it perfect …

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Smoked Salmon with Blueberry Compote

Everyone knows that “superfoods” are good for you. The combination of vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, and phytochemicals, among other nutrients make them natural disease-fighters. But when it comes to great taste, not all superfoods are created equal. Fortunately for blueberries, they’re not only great for you, but also great tasting. And, thanks to the growers and …

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