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What is inflammation? Generally speaking, inflammation is the body’s immune response to a stimulus. This stimulus can be a graze to your knee, a bacterial infection, a splinter in your thumb, a broken ankle and everything in between. It is part of the body’s healthy immune response by which white blood cells are released to […]
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As we make our way into Spring, more of us may look towards doing some more entertaining with friends and families. Whether it is a picnic down at the local park, a barbecue by the beach or a slightly more sophisticated affair, this dish suits all occasions. I first created these salmon open sandwiches when […]
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Come Friday evening, the last thing I often feel like is spending the evening in the kitchen. It’s a battle between wanting a nourishing side salad but not having the energy and sometimes motivation to whip one up! Quick and easy is definitely my priority. A few Friday’s ago, I was all-hail my meal prep, […]
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Fatty acids are the main building blocks of fat compounds similar to how amino acids are the main building blocks of protein. Just like there are nine essential amino acids, there are two essential fatty acids that we must obtain through our diet: omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. In Western society, however, most […]