Nutrition Information
Canada’s New Vitamin D Fortification Strategy
Explore the new Vitamin D Fortification Strategy aimed at improving bone health through enhanced food regulations in Canada.
Podcast: How do you spot nutrition misinformation?
Registered dietitian, Erin MacGregor helps us understand what’s behind some of the marketing information we see online and in food packaging.
Food Safety
Toolkit: Understanding Pesticides
This toolkit is designed to help people address misconceptions surrounding the use of agricultural pesticides.
How Chickens are Raised in Canada
Explore how chickens are raised in Canada following mandatory guidelines that prioritize animal well-being and food safety.
How Do Pesticides Protect Our Food?
Find out how research and improved farming methods ensure that pesticides are fulfilling the job they’re intended to do: to protect our food.
How Do You Know Canadian-Grown Food Is Safe?
Food safety is a shared responsibility of all those involved in food production. Health Canada is the government body responsible for creating the safety and nutritional quality regulations, policies and standards of all food sold in Canada.
Do I Need to Wash my Fruits and Veggies?
If you spend time on social media, you’re likely to come across influencers touting the benefits of washing fruits and vegetables using a specific method for safety reasons.
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What is “Fibermaxxing?”
Discover Fibermaxxing: a nutrition trend that promotes increasing fibre intake through high-fibre foods for better health.
Teas, Spices And Wild Foods From The Boreal Forest
Explore the boreal forest and its vital role in sustaining Northern Indigenous communities for generations.
Canada’s New Vitamin D Fortification Strategy
Explore the new Vitamin D Fortification Strategy aimed at improving bone health through enhanced food regulations in Canada.
Why Is Misinformation So Persuasive?
You’ve probably heard the term “misinformation” tossed around online, especially when debates heat up over food and health. But what does it really mean?
Carbohydrates: Understanding Resistant Starches
Explore what resistant starches are, where to find them, how they work in the body, and the simple ways to include more in your diet.
What You Need To Know About Supplemented Foods
Confused about supplemented foods? Let’s take a closer look at supplemented foods and understand the labelling rules.
How Does Nutrition Support Regularity?
Discover how nutrition plays a vital role in supporting regularity. Learn how to improve your digestive health and eliminate discomfort.
How Does Nutrition Support Gut Health?
Learn about the vital role of nutrition in supporting gut health for optimal digestion, nutrient absorption, and immune function.
Podcast: How does food policy affect food choices?
Bill Wirtz, Senior Policy Analyst at the Consumer Choice Centre discusses how policy changes can affect food choices.
Worried About Pesticide Residues in Oats and Breakfast Cereals?
All parents want what’s best for their children, and choosing foods that are safe and nutritious to eat is a top priority.
Food Insecurity: A Concern For Children’s Well-Being In Canada
Household food insecurity is at an all-time high based on analysis of the latest Statistics Canada data by University of Toronto researchers.
Nourishing The Future: A Guide To Nutrition In The First 1000 Days
Learn about the critical first 1000 days of child development and how it influences their growth, learning, and overall well-being.