Leslie Beck
Columnist at The Globe and Mail
Registered Dietitian, Foodie, Author 12 best-selling books, @GlobeandMail Columnist, @CTVNews Contributor, Nutrition/Diet Coach, Plant Forward, Evidence-based
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1 week ago |
theglobeandmail.com | Leslie Beck
iStockPhoto / Getty Images Diets plentiful in fibre have been tied to a lower risk of heart disease, stroke, Type 2 diabetes, colorectal cancer, breast cancer and diverticulitis. A high-fibre diet has also consistently been shown to promote a healthy gut microbiome, which plays a crucial role in overall health.
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2 weeks ago |
theglobeandmail.com | Christopher Waters |Leslie Beck |Eric Andrew-Gee |Lara Pingue
It's ice cream season, and we have big opinions. Specifically, we have thoughts about Manitoba’s peculiar blue licorice ice cream, the beloved flavour that’s nearly impossible to find outside of the Prairies. Writes Jessica Eblie: “As a first-generation Dutch-Canadian from Selkirk, Manitoba, I grew up in a household where licorice was always a staple, whether in the form of Allsorts, Twizzlers or salty black candies.
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2 weeks ago |
theglobeandmail.com | Leslie Beck
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theglobeandmail.com | Kristy Kirkup |Leslie Beck |Lara Pingue |Daniel Reale-Chin
Getting enough protein is usually the biggest priority when people talk about their diets. But fibre is a quickly becoming a healthy-eating trend, and for good reason: On top of its ability to prevent constipation, research shows it can also help lower cholesterol levels, reduce the risk of heart disease and prevent colon cancer. Here’s what to know about how much fibre you need, and how to get it.
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3 weeks ago |
theglobeandmail.com | Leslie Beck
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The #lowFODMAP diet has been shown to improve #IBS symptoms in as many as 75% of people with IBS. In ep. 198 of #EatMoveThink, I chat with #dietitian and #guthealth expert @KateScarlata_RD. Have a listen: https://t.co/uGQuIrVs2k
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There is increasing awareness around the health benefits of cutting back on red meat. - @LeslieBeckRD @globeandmail https://t.co/amdS10nzpg
