Category: Healthy Eating

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The Crucial Role of Dietary fibre in maintaining optimal health

WELLNESS CORNER –  with Rogers Foods Registered Holistic Nutritionist Tammy-Lynn Dietary fibre, often termed roughage, is a vital component of a healthy diet. It is primarily found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. Unlike other food components such as fats, proteins, or carbohydrates that the body breaks down and absorbs, fibre isn’t digested by...

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The Wholesome Benefits of Oats for Children

In recent years, oats have gained considerable popularity as a superfood, and rightfully so. Once overshadowed by more conventional breakfast options, this humble grain has emerged as a nutritional powerhouse, especially beneficial for children.   Its versatility, affordability, and myriad health benefits make oats an ideal food choice for supporting the growth and development of...

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HEALTHY ANCIENT GRAINS – WHAT ARE THEY AND WHY YOU NEED TO INCLUDE THEM IN YOUR DIET

In a world where fast food and processed snacks dominate the market, the humble ancient grains have been largely overlooked, though their remarkable benefits deserve to be acknowledged. Ancient grains such as quinoa, amaranth, spelt, millet and khorasan have been consumed by civilizations for centuries, providing many health benefits that modern grains cannot match. One...

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COMBATING SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER THROUGH NUTRITION

While no specific diet or food can cure seasonal affective disorder (SAD), specific dietary patterns or food choices may help alleviate the symptoms.  SAD is a type of depression related to seasonal changes commonly occurring during the winter months.  Here are some dietary considerations that may be helpful:  Increase consumption of whole foods: Focus on...

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OATS, FIBRE & WOMEN’S HEALTH

with Rogers Foods Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Tammy-Lynn Oats are high in fibre and nutrients that are essential for women’s health. Oats are a great food option for women who are looking to lead a healthy lifestyle. They are low in calories and high in nutrition. There are numerous health benefits to consuming oats on a...

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Heart Healthy is Prostate Healthy 

with Rogers Foods Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Tammy-Lynn Heart disease is the no. 1 killer, even in men with prostate cancer. Eat heart-healthy foods that will also benefit your colon. Foods like avocados, salmon, flaxseed, oatmeal, berries, and dark chocolate with at least a 70% cacao content. Prostate cancer is one of the leading types of...

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Why Do We Need Fibre?

Fibre is an essential part of a healthy diet and plays a crucial role in better gut health, protection against heart disease, reduces blood pressure, reduces diabetes risk, normalizes bowel movements, and helps maintain weight. Fibre includes nonstarch polysaccharides, such as cellulose, dextrins, inulin, lignin, chitins, pectins, beta-glucans, waxes, and oligosaccharides. There are two types...

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