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Urban farmer atop an office building in Montreal

22 avril, 2011 Aucun commentaire

Lufa Farms, which is located atop a two-storey office building in Ahuntsic, is starting to produce pesticide- and herbicide-free vegetables in its 33,000 square foot rooftop greenhouse. The company aims to become the « family farmer » of about 1,000 Montreal families. For more info: http://www.lufa.com/en Happy Earth Day!

Have you already tasted Quebecol?

14 avril, 2011 Aucun commentaire

In all likelihood, the answer will be yes, because it is one of the compounds found in maple syrup, more specifically, a polyphenol (antioxidant) compound that was unknown till very recently and which was thus named in honour of Quebec. In fact, in a study commissioned by the Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers to […]

So…what about soy?

11 avril, 2011 Aucun commentaire

Usually towards the end of a one-on-one dietary counselling session I will often be asked, “so…. what about soy?  After hearing the same question various times, I think it is time to set the facts straight.  Is soy cause for concern? Should we be avoiding soy? Should we be consuming more soy? Let’s find out!

Eat Well and Live Green Expo in Quebec City

1 avril, 2011 Aucun commentaire

Thanks to the kindness of Renée Frappier, President of the Eat Well and Live Green Expo, we found a booth at the last minute and could therefore present the latest developments at SOSCuisine at the Quebec City venue, last weekend. Interestingly, among the many visitors who visited us at the booth, we had the pleasure […]

3,000 visitors at the SOSCuisine booth!

25 mars, 2011 2 commentaires

We spent three long and satisfying days at the 2011 Eat Well and Living Green Expo last weekend at the Palais des congrès in Montreal. We offered a sneak peek of our ‘SOSCuisine Plus’ service, which will revolutionize the manner in which you plan your shopping at the supermarket and which will let you reap maximum […]

World Salt Awareness Week

23 mars, 2011 Aucun commentaire

The average Canadian eats 3 times more salt (1) than what is recommended, and 50% more than the tolerable upper intake level. As a result, nearly 5 million (2) of us suffer from hypertension, which is a major risk factor for stroke.

World Water Day

22 mars, 2011 Aucun commentaire

Today, March 22, is World Water Day, a time to focus public attention on the critical water issues of our era. Have you thought about what you can do to preserve this precious resource? Check out this video for 6 easy steps that you can do everyday. And please share with fellow readers and friends […]

Breast milk ice cream in London

4 mars, 2011 4 commentaires

An ice cream parlour in London’s Covent Garden made the news last week for selling a breast milk concoction, called the « Baby Gaga ». Priced at a hefty 14 pounds per serving (about $22), this ice cream went out of stock within a few days.

Everyone should eat like me ;-)

28 février, 2011 Un commentaire

It was with a bit of apprehension – I admit – that I went for my annual check up with my doctor this morning. Not that I had any particular reason for worrying about my health since I feel well, but as the years go by… you never know what problems may be lurking around […]

About McDonald’s chicken nuggets

11 février, 2011 Aucun commentaire

It’s been years since my last visit to a McDonald’s restaurant: their food is far too salty and greasy for my taste. I was however quite intrigued by Dr SCHWARCZ’s enlightening article on the Montreal Gazette a few weeks ago. Whether or not you are a fan of McDo, you may enjoy Dr Joe’s dissertation […]

A new « soda tax »? Are you in favour?

7 février, 2011 4 commentaires

Last Thursday, the Quebec-based Weight Coalition testified before the House of Commons health committee to advocate a new 1 % tax on soft drinks and energy drinks to help pay for the fight against obesity. The Weight Coalition is also calling for a ban on the sale of soft drinks and energy drinks in all […]

Fish consumption sets a new record in 2010

4 février, 2011 Aucun commentaire

I came across a recent report issued by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization. Global fish consumption has reached a « new all-time high » in 2010. Please read the article. What do you think? Are you concerned?

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