Category: Health and Nutrition

ostéoporose

Vibration Platform Exercise Can Help Prevent Osteoporosis

November 20, 2018 No Comments

Did you know that at least one in three women and one in five men will suffer a fracture from osteoporosis in their lifetime? A balanced diet and an active lifestyle can help prevent the risk of developing osteoporosis. In addition, exercising with a vibrating platform is a lesser known method that can also help […]

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Flax, Chia or Hemp Seeds: Which Ones Should You Choose?

November 19, 2018 1 Comment

Flax, chia and hemp seeds are popular for their beneficial effects on health. However, did you know that they don’t all have the same nutritional properties? Here is a description of the benefits of each to help you determine which one or ones you should choose according to your needs.

Is It Better To Choose Low Glycemic Index Foods?

November 12, 2018 No Comments

Have you ever heard that it is better for your health to choose foods that have a low glycemic index? Here are some explanations to help shed some light on the matter!

How to Make Sure You’re Eating a Varied Diet

November 5, 2018 1 Comment

The variety of your food can be as important as the quality of the food in your diet. Eating a wider variety of foods seems to be associated with increased health and a lower risk of developing lifestyle-related diseases (such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and some cancers). Despite the fact that food variety has not […]

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Nutritional Yeast, a Yeast That’s… Good to Eat?

October 30, 2018 2 Comments

Following the request of one of our members who asked us about the use of this product in our vegan recipes, I decided to shed the light on the use of “nutritional yeast”.

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Lactose Intolerance: Should You Choose Lactose-Free Yogurt?

October 22, 2018 1 Comment

This article was originally written on October 22, 2018 and fully updated on December 24, 2022. Most people who have lactose intolerance can tolerate a small amount of lactose per day. The lactose content can vary greatly from one yogurt to another, so how to know which yogurt to choose? Here are some explanations to […]

What To Do If The FODMAP Diet Doesn’t Work?

October 17, 2018 No Comments

Have you noticed experienced gastrointestinal symptoms such as bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, or a mixture of both, when you consume foods that contain wheat, lactose, onions, garlic, honey, sweeteners or certain fruits and vegetables? Have you seen a doctor and been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Did you then try the FODMAP* approach but […]

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How To Avoid Gaining Weight During Menopause

October 5, 2018 No Comments

You may have noticed that as you get older, it is harder to maintain your usual weight. Many women gain weight when they cross over the threshold of menopause, especially around their waistline. On average, weight gain can be 0.5 kg (1 lb) per year, up to 2 to 4 kg (4.5 to 9 lbs) […]

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6 Essential Accessories For Working Out At Home

October 1, 2018 1 Comment

No time to go to a fitness center? No babysitter for the children? Find yourself outside the city for work or a vacation? We admit that it is not always easy to stick to a fixed schedule when it comes to exercising! To overcome this difficulty and to help keep you motivated for staying active, […]

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What To Eat To Have Healthy Eyes

October 1, 2018 1 Comment

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in industrialized countries in people aged 50 years and older. Food definitely plays an important role. Here are some dietary guidelines to prevent or slow the progression of AMD.

HIIT

Is High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) the Best Type of Exercise?

September 3, 2018 No Comments

High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), also known as short interval training, has been gaining popularity over the years. It consists of alternating between short periods of very intense physical effort with periods of recovery at a lower intensity. For example, the Tabata method (which includes repetitions of 20 seconds of intense effort followed by 10 […]

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Behind the Scenes of Our New LCHF Meal Plan

September 1, 2018 No Comments

After six months of it being offered behind closed doors, SOSCuisine is officially launching the new Low Carb High Fat (LCHF) meal plan, ie one that is high in fats and low in carbohydrates. Since our meal plan is a little different from others of a similar kind, I will now take you behind the […]

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