Canada’s New Food Guide and Everything It Entails
At the beginning of the year, Health Canada released a new guide with the aim of helping Canadians know the easy way to live healthily. Unlike the last food guide, this guide does not emphasize on food groups and servings. Rather, it encourages Canadians to follow simple guidelines like improving their food skills.
Things that are New in the Canada Food Guide
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Recipes
How to Cook Turkey Perfectly: Times and Temperatures That Work
Cooking a perfect turkey requires an oven temperature of 350°F and approximately 13-15 minutes per pound for an unstuffed bird, with a final internal temperature of 165°F in the thickest part of the breast and thigh to ensure both safety and ideal texture. These aren’t arbitrary numbers. They represent the sweet spot between food safety science and culinary tradition, delivering juicy meat while eliminating harmful bacteria that can cause foodborne illness.
Getting turkey right matters beyond just the centerpiece moment at your holiday table. A properly cooked bird forms the foundation for economical meal planning, since those leftovers will fuel sandwiches, soups, and grain bowls for days afterward. …
How to Cook a Turkey: Perfect Timing Per Pound for Juicy Results
Calculating turkey cooking time comes down to a simple rule: plan for approximately 15 minutes per pound for an unstuffed bird roasted at 350°F, reaching an internal temperature of 170°F. This timing framework ensures your turkey emerges from the oven golden, juicy, and safe to serve, whether you’re hosting a small gathering or preparing a holiday feast for family and friends.
Getting the timing right matters more than almost any other element of turkey preparation. Undercook it and you risk foodborne illness. Overcook it and you’re left with dry, disappointing meat that no amount of gravy can rescue. The challenge is that turkeys vary dramatically in size, from compact 8-pound birds perfect for …
How Much Does Eating Healthy on a Budget Cost? (in 2026)
Eating healthy on a budget in 2026 typically costs between $50 and $80 per person per week in Canada, with the lower end achievable through strategic planning and the upper range reflecting organic or specialty wellness foods. Most Canadians can cut their healthy eating costs by 30 to 40 percent simply by choosing whole ingredients over pre-packaged meals and shopping with a structured plan.
The biggest factors driving your costs up or down are whether you cook from scratch, how much seasonal produce you buy, and your willingness to batch-prep meals. A dinner of roasted vegetables, brown rice, and …