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During lunch, Rob was asking Sandra what some of the ingredients and elements are for a variety of commercial salad dressings.

We took a closer look at the labels, nutrition facts and the nutrition claim on the front and name of the dressing. Rob quizzed Sandra on some nutrition details. See how she did!:)

In this short and sweet nutrition nuggets, we drizzle a little sauce on the exploration of nutrition labels of salad dressings of the same brand, with different flavours and health claims.

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Welcome to our 100th weekly Monday episode!

Today, we thought it would be timely to discuss 'Superfoods', what they are, what makes them 'super' compared to other foods, and talk about the category and groupings of these specific foods that lead to their superstar status.

It's a trending new term that was doctored up by advertisers to help sell their products.

In general, there isn't a regulated, or medical term or definition for 'superfood', it was coined by advertisers to influence food trends and push sales of their new products.

The food industry grants the superfood label on nutrient-rich foods with an apparent capacity to positively affect health.

Though many foods could be described as super, it’s important to understand that there is no single food that holds the key to good health or disease prevention. Plus, you don't need to spend your hard-earned dollars on expensive food products or specific supplements (with health claims). The superfoods that we discuss are foods that your grandmother would recognize and are available to people anywhere and are accessible without having to get a second job just to afford them.

As the term “superfood” seems to be growing and doesn’t seem to be going anywhere anytime soon, it may be worth taking a closer look at some healthy options.

Superfoods are characterized as being nutritional powerhouses of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants.

The strong antioxidant capacity of some superfoods is associated with a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer and other inflammatory conditions

These superfoods may also be effective in treating various digestive and immune-related disorders when used alongside traditional medical therapies.

Tune in as Sandra quizzes Rob on his understanding of superfoods and dives deeper in this buffet of 'super' foods.



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A question that Sandra gets from clients a lot (when trying to get healthier by eating well and purchasing foods that contribute to families' health) is "how do I buy yogurt? What do I look for on the label?"

Today, Sandra takes Rob for a stroll down the yogurt section of the grocery store and discusses two important elements to look for when choosing a 'healthier' yogurt.

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Arthritis can impact quality of life, and really affects day to day living when you are in a flare. What types of arthritis are there?

What happens when an individual is in a flare with their arthritis? How do they cope through the day?

Are there ways to eat that help symptoms? Are there specific foods that can make arthritis pain worse or better? What types of nutrients are helpful and are there any supplements to consider for someone living with the pain and heat of arthritis?

All these questions are discussed (and more) on today's lively episode, as Sandra and Rob interview guest expert, dietitian Samantha Holmgren, RD, who has been living with arthritis for over a decade and helps sufferers with living a life with more intention and self-management to help take control of their condition.

⁠⁠Samantha Holgren, RD⁠⁠ has a course for sufferers with all types of arthritis pain "Anti-inflammatory Path to Wellness"⁠⁠


Study mentioned by Samantha:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Rheumatic Diseases⁠⁠, Journal of Clinical Rheumatology

Magic School Bus: https://youtu.be/M4N_JVaGgx4?si=0nQUBJJw1dT76AWi



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Why are dark orange vegetables so important for our health?

Sandra quizzed Rob about the seven keys to elevating your nutrition on a recent episode and we delve deeper into the question about which dark orange vegetables (and fruits) to choose.

It's pumpkin season and we discuss a variety of options in the squash family and other beta-carotene rich vegetables and fruits.

Stay tuned for all of the orange goods!

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Improving dietary intake with healthy foods can set you up for success when it comes to preventing chronic conditions, managing disease, maintaining a strong immune system and running on plenty of energy most days.
Sandra puts Rob to the test to see how much he has learned and what he remembers about the seven pillars of healthy eating to elevate nutrition.

Play along and see how many questions you can answer correctly too!



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