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Vacuum Packaging

December 9th, 2003

VACUUM PACKAGING Vacuum packaging is a two-step process of first removing air from a container and then sealing it so …

Mushrooms

December 2nd, 2003

The number of mushroom varieties in the produce section is growing rapidly as the earthy taste becomes more and more …

Antioxidants

November 18th, 2003

Antioxidants are naturally occurring compounds found in foods. Their primary role is to prevent the oxidation of other harmful compounds. …

Diabetes and Shopping

November 11th, 2003

SHOPPING AND DIABETES November is Diabetes Month Type II diabetes is a continuum not an all or none condition. Although …

Refresh your menu

November 4th, 2003

As seen on BCTV November 4th, 2003 Refresh Your Dinner Menu As winter approaches and some of our fresh produce …

Smoothies

October 21st, 2003

As seen on BCTV October 21, 2003 Smoothies for people on the go With kids back to after school sports …

Thanksgiving

October 7th, 2003

As seen on BCTV October 7th, 2003 Here come the festivities! As we head into fall some of our favorite …

10 Foods you should try

September 30th, 2003

As seen on BCTV, 30 September 2003 10 foods you never knew you should try, and why! 1. Dessert Tofu: …

Fall Fruit

September 16th, 2003

As seen on BCTV, 16 September, 2003 Fall Fruits! Fall may have arrived but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy …

Food Additives

September 9th, 2003

As seen on BCTV 09 September, 2003 Food additives and preservatives Risk and Benefit Management According to Health Canada and …