Nutrition is an integral part of the Ontario health and physical education curriculum A few years ago, Anya’s parents separated, and the now-Grade 11 student found herself waking up earlier to travel to school from her father’s new home […]
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Canadian comfort food
Taste the Wild author Lisa Nieschlag’s recipes have a true north flavour Who doesn’t dream of setting off into the Canadian sunset, leaving everyday life behind to explore new places? These recipes—prawn skewers with sriracha dip and poutine as starters; […]
Baby on board? Keep your food safe
When you’re pregnant, food safety is more important than ever because you and your unborn baby are at an increased risk of foodborne illness or food poisoning. Your immune system is weakened, making it harder to fight off infections and […]
What will you feed your baby?
What do all those names really mean? Now – before baby arrives – is the time to do your research It may seem like a far-off event, but before you know it, your new baby will be exploring the […]
Choking hazards are everywhere
Prevention is best when it comes to choking and safety Babies and young children can choke on virtually any object. Tragically, children have died from choking on things such as small balls, tiny toys, balloons, and plants. Babies and […]
Just another meatless Monday
Registered dietitian Shahzadi Devje shows busy Parenting Times readers how to replace prepackaged meals with healthy vegan dishes Juggling schedules, coordinating pick-up and drop-off and helping the kids with homework means that sometimes – OK, frequently – parents are […]
Age-appropriate tasks to get your kids cooking
Whatever their age, there’s a job for every child One of the best ways to ensure kids eat a nutritious meal is to get them in the kitchen. But assigning age-appropriate tasks may be a challenge for parents. Emilia Heiman, […]
Food safety crucial during pregnancy
Keep safe with four simple steps When you’re pregnant, food safety is more important than ever because you and your unborn baby are at an increased risk of foodborne illness or food poisoning. Your immune system is weakened, […]