We are regularly asked by those who visit Mountain Trek how it is that our food is so delicious and yet we avoid using such “staples” as refined carbohydrates, salt and sugar. The good news is it’s simple: we just don’t have any of those things in our kitchen.
Every Spring hordes of North Americans escape the cold, wet weather and flock to sunny destinations to relax by a beach or a pool. In most cases, they get too much sun, eat and drink a little too much and come home feeling more tired and unhealthy than when they left.
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There has been a lot of talk about “spa cuisine” in the past year and some people are questioning just exactly what the phrase means. Some assume it’s vegetarian or flavourless or served in tiny qualities.
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We’ve experienced some dramatic and unhealthy lifestyle changes in the last half century that have contributed to the trend of the human “muffin top” shape. There are ways to combat this however. Here are a nine tips for curing the muffin top.
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Check out our 10 Non-diet weight loss tips. As well as a great recipe for salmon fennel leek chowder recipe. Get your detox ideas here and feel better this winter.
We have a look at Head Guide & Program Manager Kirkland’s stocking stuffer gift ideas. Plus 8 tips for shedding holiday stress and our delicious turkey soup recipe. We also explore 10 reasons for visiting the snow and/or sand this season.
Find out what 7 crucial healthy eating tips are to stay well this winter. Also included is a fun recipe for almond butter dressing and 5 easy nutrition tips that everyone needs to follow.
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Do you spend more time checking your phone than looking at your lunch date? Or find yourself checking social media frequently and experience anxiety if you forget your phone at home? You’re not alone – the Western world is dependent on technology, and we don’t go long without checking a screen. But we can make […]
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Enjoy this decadent, vegan and soy free chocolate mousse recipe. Serve chilled and topped with fresh fruit, this healthy dessert is perfect for Valentine’s Day, warm summer evenings or any time you want to treat yourself or someone you love.
Known and loved by so many, daytime TV celebrity Dr. Oz was recently scolded at a hearing by several US senators about his endorsement of different kinds of dieting pills. Whether you believe that Dr. Oz is indeed supporting these diet pill fads, or whether he himself is a victim with his image being used […]
Omega 3, 6 and 9s are an important part of every meal. What really matters when considering oil is the kind and amount of healthy oil you’re consuming.
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Cuisine Secrets – 10 Ways to Cook Healthier
/in Nutrition /by adminWe are regularly asked by those who visit Mountain Trek how it is that our food is so delicious and yet we avoid using such “staples” as refined carbohydrates, salt and sugar. The good news is it’s simple: we just don’t have any of those things in our kitchen.
Travel Tips To Ensure a Healthy Spring Break
/in Tips & Advice /by adminEvery Spring hordes of North Americans escape the cold, wet weather and flock to sunny destinations to relax by a beach or a pool. In most cases, they get too much sun, eat and drink a little too much and come home feeling more tired and unhealthy than when they left.
A Full Day of Spa Cuisine Recipes
/in Recipes /by adminThere has been a lot of talk about “spa cuisine” in the past year and some people are questioning just exactly what the phrase means. Some assume it’s vegetarian or flavourless or served in tiny qualities.
9 Ways to Get Beach Ready & Cure the “Muffin Top”
/in Weight Loss /by adminWe’ve experienced some dramatic and unhealthy lifestyle changes in the last half century that have contributed to the trend of the human “muffin top” shape. There are ways to combat this however. Here are a nine tips for curing the muffin top.
10 “Non-Diet” Weight Loss Tips and Simple Holiday Detox Ideas
/in Weight Loss /by adminCheck out our 10 Non-diet weight loss tips. As well as a great recipe for salmon fennel leek chowder recipe. Get your detox ideas here and feel better this winter.
Kirkland’s Gift Guide + Tips for Relieving Holiday Stress
/in Relaxation /by adminWe have a look at Head Guide & Program Manager Kirkland’s stocking stuffer gift ideas. Plus 8 tips for shedding holiday stress and our delicious turkey soup recipe. We also explore 10 reasons for visiting the snow and/or sand this season.
7 Crucial Healthy Eating Tips and 5 Easy Nutrition Tips
/in Nutrition /by adminFind out what 7 crucial healthy eating tips are to stay well this winter. Also included is a fun recipe for almond butter dressing and 5 easy nutrition tips that everyone needs to follow.
10+ Tips to Keep Well and Active as the Cold Weather Approaches
/1 Comment/in Tips & Advice /by adminAs Summer winds down and the cool weather takes hold here are 10 ways that we think will help you stay well and active.
Mountain Trek featured in Canada’s Largest Newspaper
/in Press /by adminMountain Trek was featured on the cover of the Globe and Mail newspaper’s Travel section this month.
Digital Detox Tips For A Stress-Free Life
/in Detox, Habits to Health /by adminDo you spend more time checking your phone than looking at your lunch date? Or find yourself checking social media frequently and experience anxiety if you forget your phone at home? You’re not alone – the Western world is dependent on technology, and we don’t go long without checking a screen. But we can make […]
How to Beat Food Addiction
/in Nutrition /by adminFood Addiction is real and it is serious. But the good news is, we can overcome it and train ourselves to make healthy, better food choices.
Smoothie or Juice: How to choose?
/in Nutrition /by adminJuicing and smoothies seem to be the latest health fad. But is this just a craze, or should we be incorporating smoothies and juices into our diet?
Vegan Chocolate Mousse Recipe
/in Recipes /by adminEnjoy this decadent, vegan and soy free chocolate mousse recipe. Serve chilled and topped with fresh fruit, this healthy dessert is perfect for Valentine’s Day, warm summer evenings or any time you want to treat yourself or someone you love.
Avoiding Diet Scams
/in Tips & Advice /by adminKnown and loved by so many, daytime TV celebrity Dr. Oz was recently scolded at a hearing by several US senators about his endorsement of different kinds of dieting pills. Whether you believe that Dr. Oz is indeed supporting these diet pill fads, or whether he himself is a victim with his image being used […]
Healthy Oils: Let’s chew the fat on fats
/in Nutrition /by adminOmega 3, 6 and 9s are an important part of every meal. What really matters when considering oil is the kind and amount of healthy oil you’re consuming.