The Importance of Protein for an Aging Population
Protein is a vital nutrient that’s important for all age groups because it’s required by every cell in the human body. Since protein needs tend to increase as we get older, researchers are now paying special attention to the protein needs of the people over age 65. This is especially true for older adults who may be dealing with acute or chronic illnesses which causes excessive wear and tear on the body. While dealing with an illness, aging bodies process protein less efficiently and need more of it to maintain bone health, muscle mass and strength.
Read MoreMaddy’s Leek & Gruyere Omelette Recipe
Happy new year! Athletes, just like most people, are looking to nourish their bodies with good food come January. After a season of treats, some protein and vegetables are my biggest craving. It’s all about balance! This month, I’ve loved making leek and gruyere omelettes using Burnbrae’s EGG Creations! Whole Eggs Original.
2022 Memorable Moments
2022 has been a rewarding but challenging year for Burnbrae Farms, as it has been for so many families and businesses again this year. I’m extremely proud of how hard everyone at Burnbrae Farms
Maddy Kelly’s Whiskey Sour
In my opinion, once you’re beyond Halloween, you’ve entered into the holiday season. Party plans are made, presents are purchased and social calendars become busier. With the holidays afoot, here’s a recipe for a Whiskey Sour – a personal favourite cocktail of mine, that’s sure to delight guests!
Let Eggs be Part of Healthy Eating Resolutions
If healthy eating is among your New Year resolutions, eggs are a great place to start. Adding more vegetables, fruit ...
Burnbrae Farms Foundation - Our Purpose: Nourishing Canadians. Sustainably
In 2017, the Hudson family created the Burnbrae Farms Foundation in honour of Burnbrae Farms’ founder, Joe Hudson. Joe and his wife Mary Hudson’s love of agriculture and feeding people, commitment to community and doing right by the environment inspired our foundation’s vision and mission.
Welcome Maddy Kelly - Our Newest Sponsored Athlete
Hi! I’m Madeleine Kelly, and I’m an 800m runner and Olympian. And I love eggs. As I write these words, I’ve just finished a plate of scrambled eggs. Three eggs, scrambled in butter, with hot peppers on top. I eat this, with some toast and coffee, almost every morning before training.
Egg Carton Halloween Crafts
These spook-tacular and easy to make egg carton Halloween crafts are a great activity for you and your little goblins this Halloween 😊 Make a pumpkin, ghost, witch, Frankenstein or vampire with the easy step by step instructions below or watch the instructional video by clicking the image at the top of the blog post.
2022 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Giveaway
We’ve partnered with the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair to give away two (2) family passes to the 100th anniversary of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair this November in Toronto, Ontario!
Proudly certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise
I am proud to announce that we are now certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE).
Spook-tacular Halloween Meringues
Are you looking for an instant crowd pleaser to serve at your upcoming Halloween party? These boo-tiful meringues are easy to whip up and a blast to make! Let’s get started!
How Eggs Fit Into Canada’s Food Guide
Canada’s Food Guide offers tips and advice to help Canadians eat well. One component of the guide is the Food Guide Snapshot, a plate model that helps with meal planning. Have you seen it? It wisely proportions a plate into four quadrants, so it’s an easy visual for creating a balanced meal. You simply fill two quadrants with vegetables and fruit, one quadrant with whole grains, and the final quadrant with a source of protein such as eggs, beef, pork, poultry, dairy, tofu, or beans.
Bento Box Favourites with EGGS2go!
As someone who likes to be creative when it comes to my meals and snacks, I always try and mix up my bento boxes. Different combinations of foods with different flavours of EGGS2go! makes it so I always have something to look forward to. That being said, I typically rely on my ‘staple’ boxes that provide me with the fats, proteins and carbs to keep me energized and satisfied.