Mmm-mmm. Is there anything better than a hot bowl of soup on a freezing cold day? If there is, scientists have yet to discover it. And what goes better with winter weather than a thick and hearty mushroom soup? If you’re in the mood to whip up something cozy for dinner, give one of these […]
Health & Lifestyle Journalist
As the fall season approaches us we start to shift to comfort foods and I know in our home that includes freshly baked bread. One of my favourite ways to bake bread is in a cast-iron skillet and if you have ever had freshly baked cast iron skillet bread you will know just how yummy […]
Registered Holistic Nutritionist
Our bodies are made up of 60% water so it makes sense that we should be drinking throughout the day. We need water for our circulation, digestion, absorption and to transport nutrients in our bodies. We all know we should be drinking more but sometimes we just want a little bit more flavor, without the […]
Founder of The Creative Palate
Rebecca Chobat knows how to stretch a dollar. Her TikTok account and YouTube channel are dedicated to teaching people how to make affordable and healthy food. She makes meals with groceries she bought only at Dollar Tree. Her recipes involve ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks — all devised with a tight budget in […]
Founder of The Creative Palate
No one wants to enter a house and face a bad smell. In a Facebook post, one woman suggests sticking cloves into oranges to counter this issue, and everyone loved it. Her home smells like citrus and spice heaven. Kimmi Charlton from Manitoba, Canada, has been putting cloves into orange for about a decade, and […]
Founder of The Creative Palate
Few foods have sparked as much debate as butter and its health attributes. Since the 1960s, the American Heart Association has recommended limiting foods high in saturated fats, like butter. But in 2024, with new research and insights, we have a more nuanced understanding of butter, saturated fat, and heart disease. Is Butter Bad for […]
Freelance Writer
Bananas are one of the most popular fruits worldwide, known for their sweet taste, convenient packaging, and impressive nutritional profile. From boosting heart health to aiding digestion, these berries offer a myriad of health benefits that make them a must-have in your diet. Whether you enjoy them on their own, in smoothies, or as part […]
Freelance Writer
Sleep is a crucial facet of good health. It improves mood, boosts cognition and memory, strengthens the immune system, and reduces stress. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to get proper rest, and many people wake up just as groggy and exhausted as the night before. There are different factors that contribute to a good night’s […]
Founder of The Creative Palate
Bananas are nutritious, and there are countless ways to consume them. The most obvious way to do that is to simply peel one and eat it. You might also freeze them to add to your favorite smoothie, or you could even make a delicious dairy-free ‘ice cream.’ Even those black bananas you forgot about are […]
The Hearty Soul Team
A study conducted by a team of researchers at the University of Ulsan has found that regular consumption of kimchi, as part of a calorie-controlled diet, can reduce body weight, abdominal fat, and index body fat in both overweight and obese individuals. The study also suggests that fermented kimchi may be a medicinal food due […]
The Hearty Soul Team
The southern islands of Japan are home to the Okinawans, a community known for their extraordinary longevity. Referred to as the “land of immortals” in the past, Okinawans have lower rates of cancer, heart disease, and dementia compared to Americans, with women on the islands living longer than any other women on the planet.1 The […]
Freelance Writer
Tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world. People drink it to help them wake up in the morning, warm them up during the day, and even before bed to help them sleep at night. Typically, all you ever hear about are the many health benefits of tea – but it may […]
The Hearty Soul Team