I can confidently define myself a number of ways: mom, wife, sister, daughter, friend, voice-over actress, writer, small-town girl, Western grad and lover of 80's pop music. Those labels are 100% me. But "nutrition rockstar"? I'm not so sure. Yes it's true that I'm a plant-based foodie and that I love to prepare healthy foods for … Continue reading Lori Wilson – Nutrition Rockstar
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Grandpa’s Wisdom on My Son’s 13th Birthday
My oldest child turns 13 today. 13 years ago my life changed in such a powerful and profound way that it's sometimes hard to remember what life was like before I became his mom. As I gathered my baby in my arms on our first day together on that hot summer day back in 2001, I had no … Continue reading Grandpa’s Wisdom on My Son’s 13th Birthday
Ruby Red Smoothie
I make a smoothie pretty much every single morning. Greens, banana, pineapple, superfood add-ins, frozen berries- blend and repeat. And although I know the ingredients are colourful and healthy - more often than not the resulting drink has more of a greeny-brownish hue. Not the most visually appealing (in fact the other day my youngest told … Continue reading Ruby Red Smoothie
5 Healthful Gift Ideas for Father’s Day
It's time to celebrate the wonderful men in our lives - dads, grandpas, uncles, husbands, brothers and friends. This coming Sunday is Father's Day and I've rounded up a few of my favourite manly items to make your gift giving a little bit healthier. Here is my top 5 list that will make your special dad … Continue reading 5 Healthful Gift Ideas for Father’s Day
Asian Noodle Salad with Seared Tofu
I was busy grilling the tofu for this recipe when a friend popped by to pick up his daughter from a play date. "Mmmmm...something smells good Lori - what are you cooking?" he asked. "Marinated tofu steaks!" I proudly replied. "Oh gross - that's nasty!" he quickly shot back. Guess I won't be inviting him … Continue reading Asian Noodle Salad with Seared Tofu
Lori Leigh Wilson 