Food

Tuesday April 29, 2014

The Physiological Effects of Capsaicinoids

Researchers at the University of Prince Edward Island are looking for volunteers to participate in a study involving the active ingredient in chilli pepper, capsaicinoids. The A 12-week study look at the effect on metabolism, weight, cardiovascular function, amongst other data.

If you're interested in participating, contact Dr. Pamela Arsenault at upei.research@gmail.com. This research is carried out at UPEI's Department of Applied Human Sciences. For information: Dave Atkinson, Research Communications, UPEI (902) 620-5117, datkinson@upei.ca

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Categories: Food, Research/Results/Study, UPEI

Wednesday April 2, 2014

The Heritage MEAL "Meet - Eat - And - Learn"

The Heritage M-E-A-L, which stands for "Meet - Eat - And - Learn", is also a chance to celebrate PEI's rich food, farming history and explores ways to rejuvenate the local food system.

Shannon Courtney, one of the organizers of the Heritage MEAL, spoke with Karen Mair about the event... which takes place on Thursday at 6:30 pm at the Farm Centre on University Ave in Charlottetown.

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Categories: Community Organization, Events, Food

Friday December 20, 2013

Turkey Drive - Colonel Gray Students

The Turkey Drive is driven a lot by students and their parents, teachers and school leaders. A class at Colonel Gray High School is using the Turkey Drive as a teachable moment. teacher Andrew Petrie and a few students spoke with Karen Mair.

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