15
Oct
20 Years of Going with the Grain
Shasha started making organic, non-GMO sprouted grain bread and cookies in 1999. Back then, most people were unaware of the inherent health benefits of these products.
18
Oct
Why We Sprout our Bio-Buds
For our customers who don't know already, we offer a variety of beans, grains and legumes that we soak and sprout ourselves—and have be...
17
Mar
The Power of Protein
The human body is made up of proteins – everything from the cells in your body, muscle, bones, skin and hair all contain protein. In ma...
15
Oct
Foods that Fight the Common Cold
With any seasonal changes come the inevitable coughing, sneezing and colds. However, before it gets to this point, there are certain fo...
12
Jan
Are Preservatives Bad for your Health?
“Eat food grandma would recognize” is a tenant that I like to keep in mind when doing my weekly shopping. Trouble is, reading food labels is getting both difficult and disquieting when half the ingredients are unrecognizable and the other half are unpronounceable, especially when it comes to preservatives.
07
Nov
Amazing Brain Foods that will make you Smarter
Despite the fact that your brain only accounts for 2% of your body weight, it consumes up to 20% of your daily calorie requirement. If you want your brain to function like a finely-tuned engine, you have to keep it well fed. But what exactly does your brain eat? The brain is a picky eater, but there are foods that help it to function well. This information is of great import if you want to knock it out of the park when you are writing an exam, attending an important class or meeting or giving a presentation.
30
Mar
5 ways to eat your way to a healthy heart
Heart disease and stroke cause a death every 7 minutes in Canada. These body bullies are also two of the three leading causes of death in the country. Heart disease is avoidable. Regular exercise and a healthy diet are the ‘apple a day’ that will keep heart disease at bay. Adding a couple of foods to your diet can really make a difference and keep your ticker tocking.