Posts From Kathy Magilton
What’s So Bad About Too Much Meat?
I know right?! What better time to talk about the pitfalls of a carnivore diet than at the height of grilling season. But before you fire up the coals and
What’s So Bad About…Gluten (for some)
I once saw a comedian talking about taking a bite of his friend’s gluten free muffin, prompting his reaction “I have no idea what gluten is, but apparently it’s delicious!”
What’s So Great About Yogurt?
I feel like I should tell you right up front, so you don’t think I lured you here under false pretences, this post really should be called something like “Is
What’s So Bad About…Genetically Modified Foods
I scream, you scream, we all scream for transgenic, eel extrusion ice cream. No? Well that’s what manufacturers are hoping with their latest innovation in the quest for low fat
A Quick Bite With…Ashley Wittig from Bunners Bakery
I’m not terribly religious, but I may have to reconsider. It seems like someone may be looking out for me. I have a gluten intolerance and I’m allergic to eggs
What’s So Bad About…White Flour?
Have you noticed white flour is the new white sugar? It has become a virtual pariah. Nutritionists urge us to choose whole grain alternatives, naturopaths talk about wheat and gluten
What’s So Great About…Blueberries
As a kid, I hated blueberries. It was a texture thing; their skins bursting under my teeth freaked me out. It’s the same reason I wouldn’t eat chili (rubbery mushrooms
What’s So Great About…Garlic
Ancient myth suggests that a necklace of garlic bulbs will repel a vampire. Assuming you’re not firmly encamped in Team Edward, I guess that’s a useful tip. Although some European
What’s So Great About Reading Labels
In 2007 the Government of Canada made nutrition labelling mandatory for all packaged foods but the question is, how is that information useful to you? In an effort to ensure
What’s So Great About…Chocolate
If there was a food so packed with antioxidants that it could potentially help stave off cancer, heart disease and depression wouldn’t you eat it? Well guess what? For once
