O2 Fitness Food of the Week: Bison

by O2 Fitness | Feb 03, 2014
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Nutrition

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Bison is gaining popularity on the dinner table, and for good reason as it is a healthier red meat option. Bison is low in total fat and saturated fat; it even has less fat than chicken and pork, and provides the same amount of protein. In addition, bison is an ...

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Food of the Week: Turnip Greens

by O2 Fitness | Jan 26, 2014
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Nutrition

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Turnip Greens are a cruciferous vegetable packed with nutrition. These leafy greens are an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, dietary fiber, calcium, vitamin E and vitamin B6. Additionally, they are a good source of potassium, vitamin B2, iron, ...

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O2 Fitness Food of the Week: Brown Rice

by O2 Fitness | Jan 20, 2014
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Nutrition

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Brown Rice has a much higher nutritional value than white rice because the milling process to make brown rice is the least damaging and prevents the unnecessary loss of nutrients. This whole grain is rich in fiber which can help reduce high cholesterol levels. Another ...

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O2 Fitness Food of the Week: Mussels

by O2 Fitness | Jan 13, 2014
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Nutrition

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Mussels can be smoked, boiled, steamed, roasted, barbecued or fried in butter or vegetable oil. If you are preparing mussels yourself, be sure to check to ensure they are still alive just before they are cooked. This shellfish is very low in fat, but rich in Omega-3 ...

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O2 Fitness Food of the Week: Clementines

by O2 Fitness | Jan 06, 2014
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Nutrition

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Clementines are a convenient and nutritious snack. With their small size, these juicy fruits can be carried easily in a lunch bag, backpack, purse or briefcase. They are very easy to peel, are seedless and tend to have less acid than oranges. A whole clementine contains ...

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Healthier Baking: Indulge Without the Guilt

by O2 Fitness | Jan 04, 2014
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Nutrition

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Written by: Rachael Moody, General Manager, O2 Fitness - Falconbridge...

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O2 Fitness Food of the Week: Bulgur

by O2 Fitness | Dec 29, 2013
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Nutrition

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Bulgur is a form of wheat and a great whole-grain option to incorporate into your diet. This grain is very high in fiber (more than 8 grams in one cup, cooked) which can help regulate blood sugar and lower blood cholesterol. Bulgur is very low in fat and provides a ...

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O2 Fitness Food of the Week: Black Eyed Peas

by O2 Fitness | Dec 23, 2013
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Nutrition

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Black-eyed peas are a healthy option to add protein to your meal without adding fat. This legume provides a negligible amount of fat while packing in a lot of fiber (7 grams in one cup) and a good amount of protein (about 5 grams in one cup). One cup of black-eyed peas ...

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O2 Fitness Food of the Week: Brussels Sprouts

by O2 Fitness | Dec 16, 2013
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Nutrition

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Brussels sprouts are are high in fiber (which can help lower cholesterol) and folate. They are loaded with antioxidants and packed with vitamins, including Vitamins A, C, E, K and several B vitamins. When purchasing brussels sprouts make sure they don’t have any brown ...

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O2 Fitness Food of the Week: Pomegranate

by O2 Fitness | Dec 09, 2013
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Nutrition

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Pomegranates are low in calories but high in vitamin C and potassium. The edible seeds are an excellent source of dietary fiber. Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants that protect the body against free radicals (unstable molecules that cause damage to our bodies over ...

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