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Spotting Healthy Food Swaps – Consumer Reports

Despite what you may have heard, trading your morning shredded wheat or oatmeal for a grain-free cereal isn’t necessarily a healthy food swap. “These cereals can make you think that there’s something wrong with eating grains, but that’s not the case,” Keating says. “Many studies show that including whole grains in your diet reduces the risk of heart disease, cancer, and more, and regular cereal can be a convenient way to get them.” Still, some grain-free cereals can be good for you, such as grain-free granolas. These are typically made from a combination of nuts and seeds—which provide healthy fats,… Read More
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Tucker Carlson Is Leaving Fox News. Where Is He Going Next?

Tucker Carlson Leaves Fox News. Where Is He Going Jason Koerner – Getty ImagesFOX News Media released a statement on Monday announcing that the network and its biggest star, Tucker Carlson, have agreed to part ways. “We thank him for his service to the network as a host and prior to that as a contributor,” the press release continued. “Mr. Carlson’s last program was Friday April 21st.” By the looks of his final show last week, Carlson did not have any indication that he’d be out of the chair a few days later. Media reporter Brian Stelter, a longtime… Read More
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Fewer bike lanes, more community gardens: What some Toronto mayoral hopes pitched Thursday

Bike lanes, food banks and safe injection sites were some of the issues on the agenda Thursday for those vying to be Toronto’s next mayor. This morning, candidate Anthony Furey, a former columnist for Sun News, took aim at bike lanes in Toronto and said he’d remove existing lanes on University Avenue. Thursday afternoon, former city councilor Giorgio Mammoliti also announced his “strong opposition” to bike lanes in the city. Meanwhile, former city councilor Ana Bailão shared her plan to address food insecurity in the city by giving space to food banks and repurposing green space. Later Thursday, former Toronto… Read More
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Local Chef Trenica Johnson on Food Network’s ‘Ciao House’

HOUSTON – She went to TSU and received a degree in chemistry. But, she decided to pursue her dream of becoming a chef after working in the oil and gas industry. Now, she’s the owner of Slip’n Slider’s Food Truck and private chef for celebrity clients like LeToya Luckett, who, by the way, loves Trenica’s Cajun Shrimp Pasta. With over ten years of culinary experience, Trenica is on a new culinary journey of a lifetime. With ten up-and-coming chefs, she is headed to the gorgeous Tuscan countryside in Italy to compete in a brand-new show – ‘Ciao House.’ Hosted by… Read More
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9 of the Best Healthy Taco Recipes

TACOS. They’re more than just a meal, they’re truly a love language. I don’t think I’ve met one person who doesn’t like tacos. I mean, they’re one of the most versatile, customizable, and affordable meals you could ever make, and pack tons of flavors and textures. What’s not to love? I put together 9 of my best healthy taco recipes that will have your taste buds dancing and your friends and family coming back for seconds. Tips & tricks for making healthy tacos Tacos are such a fun, delicious meal to make and share with friends and family, and they’re… Read More
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5000 Farms helps fight food insecurity in New Brunswick

It’s another full-time job — growing and donating food to people across the entire province of New Brunswick — but for Ken Reid, the long hours are turning his dreams into a reality. “It feels great, but it’s not just about me, it’s about what we do, what we give back,” said Reid, the founder and one of the directors at 5000 Farms. It all started back in 2007 when, as a board member for Harvest House, he had lunch at a local soup kitchen. “In the middle of the room, there was a young couple. Something had gone evidently… Read More
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Cocktail of the week: Jack Adair Bevan’s amaro hot chocolate – recipe | Chocolate

Qhis is a hot chocolate inspired by Sicily. If you haven’t tried amaro before, imagine a flavor profile featuring the spices you find in hot cross buns, making it a perfect Easter warmer. These notes are combined with a little sweetness and bitterness, from which the drink receives its name (amaro means “bitters”). Sicily’s most famous amaro is Averna, and it’s the natural choice for today’s recipe, especially because it has a leading chocolate note along with liquorice, cinnamon and bitter orange. I’ve added some bay leaves to the mix, too, because I love the sweet aroma they bring to… Read More
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Timmins news: Two northerners enjoying fast food fame

Two people from our region are getting involved with some big-name fast food chains. You might recognize a Sudbury man in a recent KFC commercial and a Timmins singer is collaborating with Taco Bell. Rob Wills of Sudbury has lived all around the region and now he’s living in TVs across the country as the newest Canadian version of Colonel Sanders. “It’s a little bit surreal, you know, you’re watching the hockey game and, you know, the Leafs are up 7-2 and, uh, oh there I am,” Wills told CTV in an interview. After successfully auditioning for the role online,… Read More