Canola Oil

The Hype If you google ‘canola oil’ these days, you will see a barrage of websites claiming that it is poison, toxic, and a terrible and unhealthy oil, that it is not even a real oil. Yikes, sounds pretty scary. This has made me think twice. As a dietitian, back in college we were informed…

Fats: A Primer

Fats are one of the three macronutrients that the body requires for fuel, the other two being protein and carbohydrates. While protein and carbs provide the body with 4 calories per gram, fats provide 9 calories per gram. They have a higher caloric density, which means you eat less of the food and have a…