World Digestive Health Day 2020: Spotlight on “Gut Microbiome”
May 29th is World Digestive Health Day. Held annually since 2004 by the World Gastroenterology Organization, this day is an opportunity to raise awareness and increase knowledge about the health of the digestive system. This year’s topic is “Gut Microbiome: A Global Perspective”. In fact, the results of research in recent years have demonstrated the fundamental […]
Textured Vegetable Protein
Textured vegetable protein or TVP is gaining in popularity and it has every reason to be! In addition to being an excellent source of protein, it also has the advantage of being very economical and versatile in the kitchen. TVP is a perfect substitute for ground meat in your favourite recipes and helps make your […]
Seitan, an Excellent Meat-Alternative
Seitan is a plant food, made from wheat protein (gluten), invented, it seems, about a thousand years ago by Buddhist monks who wanted to follow a vegetarian diet, and which then spread throughout Asia. The term “seitan” is much more modern, as it was introduced by Georges Ohsawa (1893-1966), the founder of macrobiotic cuisine. In […]
TOP 10: Halal Recipes
For those unfamiliar with the term, halal is food that is prepared according to Muslim law. Much like kosher food, halal follows strict guidelines for the preparation of meat. For that reason, vegetables are a big part of a halal diet. Try our best halal recipes.
TOP 10 Yummy Citrus Recipes
Brightly coloured citrus fruits bring a burst of sunshine into winter days. But they are not only sweet, flavorful and pretty — they’re also good for you, since they are a great source of vitamin C and antioxidants. This class of fruits includes lemons, limes, oranges, and grapefruits, as well as many more hybrids and […]
TOP 10 Chocolate Desserts to Tempt Your Taste Buds
Chocolate desserts are a great way to end a romantic meal. They can take many forms, here are 10 that will surely delight you.
The Ketogenic Diet for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Do you have irritable bowel syndrome, and have you heard that the ketogenic diet could help? I invite you to continue reading this article.
Dietary Solutions for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
If you have chronic digestive symptoms (constipation, diarrhea, gas, bloating, stomach pain, etc.), the first thing to do is consult with a doctor to investigate the cause and eliminate the possibility of a serious health problem (celiac disease, inflammatory bowel diseases, cancer, parasites, etc.). Keep into consideration that sometimes starting a new medication or supplement […]
2019 Annual Medical Conference organized by the Médecins francophones du Canada
This week, we participated for the sixth year in a row at the annual medical conference organized by the Médecins francophones du Canada, of which we are very pleased to have been their nutrition partner since 2014.