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10 Foods to Keep You Hydrated During Ramadan
As we get to the end of Ramadan, the fasts can feel quite difficult. Staying hydrated and nourished during these last few days is just as important. Drinking water during non-fasting hours is a given,...
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Malai Kofta Curry with Turkey Meatballs
As you plan your menu, I would like to share a delicious kofta recipe that you may want to add to your weekly menu! This Malai Kofta Curry features ground turkey meatballs and a smooth luscious sauce.I...
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Gulab Jamun Cheesecake
Almost a month ago, we celebrated Eid with a delicious Gulab Jamun Cheesecake. Every Eid, I am in charge of dessert after brunch and it is always an over-the-top cheesecake. Last year was Baklava...
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Healthy Snacks for Active Kids
Healthy snacks are important for everyone, but are especially important for kids who are very active during summer activities or at recess during the school year. Snacks provide energy for children...
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Mango Salad
If you don't know already, I am a big mango fan! Aside from it being a deliciously sweet fruit, I love how mango pairs in savory dishes - especially with something acidic (think vinegary). One of my...
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Why Nuts are Beneficial
The benefit of eating nuts is that it provides you with a great source of protein, something that is hard to get from most snacks. Studies show that eating nuts regularly have shown to reduce the risk...
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Zucchini Soup
If you ask me which vegetable I enjoyed a lot of this summer, I'd have to say it is a close toss up between the abundance of kale from my garden and zucchini! Zucchini is my favourite summer squash...
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Date Balls
I don't know about you, but snacks are an important part of my day; even more so after becoming a mother of two! I am pretty particular about my snacks and won't just grab anything. The dietitian in me...
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The One Vitamin Most Muslim Women Need
This post is sponsored by Halal Living , however, as usual, all opinions are my own. We hear of vitamins and minerals daily, whether it’s through recommendations from friends and family, ads on the TV...
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Healthy Low Carb Chocolate Almond Biscotti (Rusk)
This post is sponsored by Tea India. As always, all opinions are my own. I love helping people start living healthier and showing them that it doesn't mean you have to be on a restrictive diet. The...
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5 Things to Eat After You Give Birth for Postpartum Health
As you welcome a new addition to your life, alongside the joy, you will undoubtedly experience low energy, aches, and pains. After being pregnant for 9 months and going through labour and delivery,...
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One Bowl Eggless Healthy Zucchini Brownies
There is nothing worst than a "healthy" dessert that doesn't taste good. Trust me, I have a husband and toddler that will tell me right to my face. I know a recipe isn't blog worthy when my husband...
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5 Tips for Making Up Your Fasts Before Ramadan
Ramadan is fast approaching with less than 2 months to go! However before you start preparing, it's important to ensure that you have tried to make up the fasts you’ve missed from the previous year....
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Enjoy Your Chocolate and The Health Benefits Too
Chocolate is enjoyed by both children as well as adults and is often looked at as a treat or something that should be forbidden. Chocolate is also often associated with being a guilty pleasure,...
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Unlocking the Potential of Food – Going Beyond Digestive Health for Prunes
This blog post is sponsored by California Dried Plum Board. As always, all opinions are my own.What’s the first thing you think of when you think of prunes? Most likely something related to your...
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Beginner’s Guide to Switching to Non-Toxic Cleaning Products
Today on the blog I am super excited to introduce a Guest Blogger, Sarah UmmYusuf from Nature's Nurture. I've always wanted to have more "cleaner" cleaning products in the house but always felt...
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Get to Know the First Muslim Hijabi on MasterChef Canada - Reem Ahmed
If you're a foodie or love cooking shows, you may be gearing up for another season of MasterChef Canada. I know I will be, and it's most definitely to cheer on Reem Ahmed, the first Muslim hijabi on...
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Fasting During Ramadan As a Breastfeeding Mom
Ramadan is a time for a spiritual high for many Muslims, but reality is that for moms it can be quite a challenging time. In the past 3 years, I was only able to fast for one of those years due to my...
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Black Bean Burrito Bowls with Homemade Crispy Tortilla Strips
With Ramadan around the corner, most people usually have a lot more fried foods than they would in the whole year! Now, I get it, after a long day of fasting, biting into a deep fried samosa sounds...
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FREE Suhoor and Iftar Meal Planners for a Healthy Ramadan [Printables]
The Ramadan Suhoor and Iftar Meal Planners are simple, practical tools you can use to help make meal planning and staying healthy during Ramadan a million times easier! This calendar-like tool can be...
View Article3 Postpartum Desi Nutrition Myths
If you grew up in a Desi household, you’ve probably heard health and nutrition tips from elders, whether it was your parents, grandparents, or concerned neighbourhood aunty. You’ve heard these tips so...
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Spicy Salmon Burgers
Now that Ramadan had passed, I'm gearing up to get back to my ordinary routine. If you've been following me for a while, you will know that I am a HUGE fan or meal prepping. I meal prepped all...
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Spicy Garam Masala Brussels Sprouts
How many of you have tried Brussels sprouts? It was definitely not a food I grew up eating and the first time I tried them was when I was an adult. The first time I tried them, they were..well,...
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Tandoori Cheesy Braided Chicken with Veggies
This post is sponsored by Bothwell Cheese. As always, all opinions are my own.I always prided myself in my spice tolerance. I mean, I used to eat a whole green chili with my food sometimes! When I got...
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This is How I lost My Pregnancy Weight Without Counting Calories
Almost 11 months ago, I gave birth to my 2nd daughter. There are a lot of changes that take place after giving birth, from emotional to hormonal and of course the obvious physical changes. About 2...
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Pickled Chayote Salad
Recently I wrote an article for SELF Magazine featuring a variety of ethnic veggies that go beyond your mainstream kale. I took it a step further and actually bought most of the veggies shared by other...
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Indian Spiced Egg and Hashbrown Waffles
This post is sponsored by Egg Farmers of Canada and I have been monetarily compensated. As always, all opinions are my own. Eggs are a staple in our kitchen. Whether it is for a quick breakfast of...
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Five Healthy Foods Mentioned In the Quran That You Should Be Eating
As Muslims, one of the best ways to live life is to follow the Quran and Sunnah. If you recall from the guest post Top 5 Healthy Sunnah Foods to Add to Your Diet article, the foods that were included...
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When You Should Incorporate Vitamin Supplements To Optimize Your Health
This post is sponsored by Halal Living SPC. As always, all opinions are my own.When starting to work towards a healthier lifestyle, many people get overwhelmed by the amount of information regarding...
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Understanding your Thyroid Before and After Pregnancy
A lot of changes occur during pregnancy and a woman’s body puts in an amazing amount of effort to support a developing baby during gestation as well as trying to maintain a balance for mom. There is no...
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Here’s Why The New Canada's Food Guide Is Not For Everyone
It's finally here! The new Canada's Food Guide. As a dietitian and nutritionist, this kind of stuff excites me! To be completely honest, I was nervous not knowing what to expect, especially since there...
View ArticleDigestive Discomforts During Ramadan and How to Overcome Them
We are halfway through Ramadan, but that doesn't mean we still can't make the most of this month inshallah! Today, I wanted to address a topic that you might not want to talk about, but it is a reality...
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Vietnamese Inspired Tofu and Vermicelli Salad in a Jar
This post was sponsored by Purolator Tackle Hunger, as always, all opinions are my own.I have been loving Salad in a Jars for lunch lately - not only are they healthy, they are also budget friendly!...
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Spaghetti Squash Noodles with Lentil Bolognese
I am super excited to take part in my first Recipe Redux today! The Recipe Reduxis a monthly challenge hosted by Registered Dietitians to help promote healthy eating through delicious dishes. This...
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The Secret to Loving Your Salad? This Creamy Avocado Dressing!
You may have seen my last post about how to make a salad you will ACTUALLY enjoy. Well today, I am going to show you how to make a delicious salad dressing that will take your boring ol' salad to the...
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Persimmon Almond Overnight Oats
A few weeks ago, I shared a picture of persimmon on Instagram and told my followers that I never tried persimmon before. I got a lot of comments telling me I was missing out and had to try it ASAP! I...
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Simple Swaps: Is Juice a Healthy Option?
While walking down the juice aisle, have you ever stopped for a moment to read the labels of your family’s favorite juices? It can quickly become confusing – from concentrate, not from concentrate,...
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Tandoori Salmon Tacos
I have a confession to make. I've never made tacos before and I've probably only had tacos a handful of times. So, when I found out that the Recipe Redux Challenge this month is to recreate tacos, I...
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Potato Leek Soup
This Month's theme in the Recipe Redux Challenge is Spring Clean the Kitchen! The challenge was to use at least 3 ingredients already in your kitchen, rather than going out and buying new ingredients...
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Gourmet Stuffed Dates
Ramadan is right around the corner and I wanted to share an extra special recipe that I have been dreaming up for a few months now! While dates are delicious on their own (especially after a long day...
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5 Things to Add to Your Tea Routine This Cold Season
The cooler weather undeniably means that cold season is starting. While it is impossible to completely avoid getting a cold, there are a few ways to strengthen your immune system. Strengthening your...
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Carrot Cake Energy Bites
Me: "I'm hungry."My husband: "You're always hungry."*heads to the kitchen to grab a snack*Ever since I had my daughter, it feels like I have unearthed a never-ending hunger. This usually results in the...
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Chocolate Winter Bark - Pomegranate, Coconut, and Roasted Almonds
Although I don't celebrate Christmas, I love indulging in the holiday flavours! My regular holiday go-to's are usually buttery shortbread cookies or gingerbread. I wanted to change it up and...
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Top 5 Healthy Sunnah Foods to Add to Your Diet
I am super excited to announce our Guest Blogger, Chelsea Lynn from Muslimah Healthy. I had the pleasure of meeting her through the power of social media but I hope to meet her in person one...
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How to Make a Salad You Will Actually Enjoy
I'm going to get straight to the point today. If you want to be healthier, eat healthier, feel healthier, you need to eat more vegetables. There's no way around it. For some people, that isn't an issue...
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Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte
For all you PSL lovers out there, this one is for you! And if you're wondering what a PSL is, within the context of October, it is the beloved Pumpkin Spice Latte!It is pretty trendy to be walking...
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Quick and Easy Pickled Mango
If you come from a South Asian background, when you think of mangos you are probably thinking of the juicy and sweet variety. While I absolutely love sweet mangos, I also enjoy firm, tart mangos to...
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Healthy Whole Grain Chocolate Chip Cookies
Today I woke up to political news that shook me in ways I never could have imagined. I spent the whole morning half-heartedly working but mostly thinking about what this would mean for my family. To be...
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Coconut Chicken & Vegetable Curry
I grew up eating a lot of curry. It was a staple in my house to the point that it wasn't really anything special. It was the same case for my husband so when we got married and moved on our own, we...
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Healthy Baklava Filled Baked Apples
This post is in paid partnership with Foodland Ontario, however, as always, all opinions are my own. One of my favourite desserts is baklava, but because of its richness, I only indulge occasionally....
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