When it comes to choosing the best cookware these days, we’re spoiled for options! There are countless options, from classic cast iron to modern silicone cookware. With so many options available, we can afford to be pickier when choosing cookware. But, there are concerns about the safety of cookware, especially around non-stick coatings. These are the safest options of cookware available, listed in no particular order. I’ve included pros and cons of each, with links to available...

 When a seed, nut, bean or grain is germinated with water and it begins to grow, it becomes a sprout. The germination starts a growing process, which aids in the digestibility of the bean, seed or grain and brings a flood of enzymes into each individual sprout. When sprouting a dry bean or seed, it will transform from a dry, hard ball into a wonderful array of vitamins, minerals, and proteins that are much easier for the body to digest and use.  The great news is they are rea...

If you have undergone surgery and are now living with a stoma, one of the most important adjustments you’ll need to make is to ensure your diet is suitable for the needs of your condition. Post-surgery, your bowel will need some time to recover, and there are certain foodstuffs that can make it more or less difficult to manage the use of your ostomy bag. However, these issues do not mean that ostomates cannot still enjoy a full, rich and fulfilling relationship with food and drink. If ...

If you have been diagnosed with cancer and need to receive chemotherapy, your doctor might recommend a chemo port. A chemo port is a device that can help reduce the pain and anxiety associated with chemo treatment.  But your chemo port may be in place for weeks or months and can be uncomfortable during sleep. So how should you sleep with a chemo port? What is a Chemo Port? A chemo port is a small device implanted beneath the skin, which is attached to a catheter connected to a ve...

Playing a video game requires mental agility and focus. You have to target bad guys, learn new skills to advance, and remember how to use your controller to jump over that bomb in the road or to avoid the assassin hiding in the corner. The action playing out on screen isn’t real life, but the learnings and effort involved may have real-world applications. For cancer patients who have trouble focusing on certain tasks or remembering what they were looking for in the kitchen, for example,...

The glycaemic index is a tool that’s often used to promote better blood sugar management. Several factors influence the glycaemic index of a food, including its nutrient composition, cooking method, ripeness, and the amount of processing it has undergone. The glycaemic index can not only help increase your awareness of what you’re putting on your plate, but also enhance weight loss, decrease your blood sugar levels, and reduce your cholesterol.  The glycaemic index (GI) is...