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Joy McCarthy

Joy McCarthy is the Founder of Joyous Health, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and best-selling author. A trusted nutrition expert, Joy has been featured in hundreds of publications both online and in print; and is a regular health expert on TV. Through her innate drive to inspire others, Joy has created numerous online programs and eBooks under JOYOUS U and is a faculty member at the Institute of Holistic Nutrition. Joy lives in Toronto with her husband Walker and their daughter Vienna.
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8 Ways Gluten May Be Affecting You

Gluten-free is no longer a trend, it’s a movement. You’ve likely heard many health experts and celebs alike touting the benefits of going gluten-free. Why?

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Sweet Potato Smoothie

This smoothie is packed with whole goodness, including tons of fibre, protein and it’s the ultimate smoothie for comfort!

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5 Ways to Shake It Off

As I was driving home from Maryland this past weekend my fave song played a few times on the radio – “Shake It Off” by Taylor Swift. I love this song! When

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Inspired by: Sam Graci

I was so honoured to be able to interview author, nutrition researcher and formulator of Greens+, Sam Graci. His energy is infectious and his positive energ

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Pumpkin Chickpea Coconut Soup

This past weekend to celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving Ma McCarthy made an absolutely wonderful feast with an organic turkey and all the fixings (plus her Glu

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

These grain-free, nut-free, gluten-free pumpkin muffins are the ultimate comforting snack! The warming spices and chocolate chips make these muffins delicious! Try this easy, tasty recipe next time you’re craving a power-snack.

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Comforting Cranberry Ginger Granola

After making the Maple Nut Granola a couple of times and thoroughly enjoying every morsel I thought it was high time I created a new recipe. I absolutely LO

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Why I love Barre (works)

In May, my dear friend Candice and I did our first Barreworks class together (see “#barreworks selfie below). We were both pretty nervous wondering if we wo