www.oakvillebeaver.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Wednesday, March 17, 2010 · 16 Free Grand Slam for a Year Winners Learn the truth about your multivitamins (NC)-- Confused about multivitamin use? You're not alone. There are a few misconceptions when it comes to taking multivitamins. Diana Steele, registered dietitian, separates myth from fact. Food gives me the vitamins and minerals I need. Despite best efforts, it can be difficult to meet the daily nutrition requirements outlined by Canada's Food Guide. In fact, a recent international women's study revealed that although 80 per cent of women recognize eating well as being important to their overall health, they sometimes find it challenging to incorporate fruits and vegetables into their daily routines. To ensure adequate intakes (AI) of all nutrients are met on a daily basis, a multivitamin can be a good and convenient option. A multivitamin isn't necessary if you're already taking vitamin supplements. Photo by James Hoggett, Special to The Oakville Beaver Nineteen lucky Denny's Restaurant diners received the ultimate breakfast surprise they had all won a year's worth of free Grand Slam breakfasts.' The contest, running from February 10 to February 28, awarded a winner a day just for filling out a Denny's Reward ballot. Winners can enjoy a free breakfast on a weekly basis just by showing their reward card each week. Eleven of the 19 winners were present for the above photo, (back row, left to right) Prapa Mahadevan (Denny's general managers) Joseph Williams, Paul Cestnick, Jim Makarowycz, Brian Kavanagh, Eileen Trimble and Renata Marchione (Denny's restaurant manager), (front row, left to right) Ashley Arruda, Bridget Dias-Smith, Carol Brugmans, Ashley Hillgardner, Gaby Zamdvaiz (who was accepting on behalf of his wife Marizza Zamdvaiz), Ariell Zamdvaiz and Emma Zamdvaiz (standing in front of her dad). is EVERYDAY, MARCH 8-21 Multivitamins can be a smart choice as they provide a combination of the fundamental vitamins the body needs daily, including important minerals. However, ensuring the body has its daily requirement of some vitamins and minerals (vitamin D for example) can be a challenge for many Canadians. In addition to proper nutrition, additional supplements used alongside a daily multivitamin can help achieve proper daily intake. I can take as many vitamins as I want. Health Canada outlines recommended daily intake for vitamins and minerals, as it is possible to overdose. A daily multivitamin is best to complement a healthy diet. All multivitamins are created equal. Traditional multivitamins typically contain a combination of the basic vitamins and minerals we need daily, such as Iron, Calcium and vitamins C, B and D. However, newer innovations with additional benefits are starting to enter the market. It doesn't matter when I take my multivitamin. Always read the instructions on the multivitamin label carefully. Typically, the recommendation is to take with food or a meal. If taken on an empty stomach, your body won't absorb it fully and this can result in an upset stomach. To help you remember to take your multivitamin, choose the same mealtime every day. So Nice Monkey Pancakes Ingredients - Makes about Original soy beverage 8 pancakes · 1 tbsp (15 mL) maple syrup · 1 banana, mashed · 1 cup (250 mL) flour - all purpose or whole wheat · 11/4 cup (300 mL) So Nice · 2 tsp (10 mL) baking powder · 1 banana, sliced Instructions 1. In medium bowl, combine mashed banana, So Nice Original soy beverage and maple syrup. 2. In measuring cup or small bowl, combine flour and baking powder and mix well. Add flour mixture to wet ingredients and stir just until smooth. Add sliced bananas, if desired. 3. Pour a small amount of batter for each pancake and cook until the tops bubbles. Turn, cook the second side. Lunch & Dinner Specials Monday: All You Can Eat mussels Tuesday & Wednesday: 15% off all entrees @ AMC THEATRES, WINSTON CHURCHILL & QEW (905) 829-3233 Valid until April 30/10 Entertainment Cards Excluded 49 Bronte Rd, Oakville · 905.825.2727