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Lifestyle can lower blood pressure Hypertension is a much studied subject and a wealth of information spanning decades gives clear evidence about the effect of food on high blood pressure. Here is some of what the science says. 1974: Sacks, F.M., Rosner, B., Kass, E.H. Blood pressure in vegetarians. Am J Epidemiol. 1974 Nov; 100(5):390-398.…
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Some foods we eat are not relegated to a certain meal or a particular time of day. Chili is one such dish. It is excellent for lunch or supper and great fare to take along for a potluck. As a bonus it is also quick and easy to prepare. This recipe is the result of…
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“There are two kinds of cardiologists – those that are vegan and those that haven’t read the data”. Dr. Kim Williams, cardiologist and the president of the American College of Cardiology 2015 & 2016 High blood pressure (hypertension) is the number one risk factor for death in the world. Statistics tell us that 1 out…
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Pasta is a great way to present a quick, one dish meal that is a perfect backdrop for lots of colourful and healthy plant-based foods. In this recipe Italian seasonings intermingle very delectably with Mexican spices to create this nutritious and delicious one dish meal. MEX-ITALIA PASTA ¼ cup apple juice 1 cup…
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The use of oils in or on our food has become very confusing. First we are told to cut down on oils and fats to keep us healthy and prevent weight gain. More recently headlines declare that fats and oils are in fact good for us and we should eat all we want of them.…
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My name is Debra Harley (BScPhm) and I welcome you to my retirement project, this website. Over the course of a life many lessons are learned, altering deeply-rooted ideas and creating new passions.
