Compared
to last week, it’s been like a heat wave in Alberta. Above zero temperatures,
hardly any wind – I even went for a few runs outside without worrying about
frostbite.
Yep, last
week was cold, bitterly cold. And I agree with Grandpa – we’re not out
of danger yet. This is Alberta, which means the temperature could drop
overnight. But right now, I’m enjoying the warmth.
Grandma
says even though it might feel like Spring, now isn’t the time to start thinking
about lighter meals. Soups, stews, and casseroles may seem hearty (or heavy),
but they do much more than use local ingredients and provide comfort.
They can
keep you warm!
To keep
my energy levels up when I’m running (or just playing outside), Grandma says
it’s important to eat nutrient-dense, balanced meals of proteins, whole grains
and healthy fats.
Like when
I stay at Grandma’s this weekend, I know she’ll make me a ham, spinach and
lower-fat cheese omelette, or delicious oatmeal sprinkled with raisins, pumpkin
seeds, vanilla yogurt and a little brown sugar.
Mom never
makes that stuff. She says it’s too “tempting” and her portions are always too
big – her New Year’s resolution is to lose a few pounds and she’s been eating
rabbit-food for the whole month. No wonder she’s always cold! I think Grandma
and I need to stage an intervention.
Gotta
jet!
- Chase
Superman Duffy
P.S. If
you like to cook, grandma says there’s great food recipes with Dr. Chris Mohr
at www.canolainfo.org.
