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The song says, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year”.   Do you agree? Or is it the most wonderful time of the year to give up your healthy eating intentions because of the inevitable over-abundance of food and sweet temptations? If you feel at the mercy of a tendency to “over-do it”, you are […]

Are you getting enough potassium in your diet? Do you know which foods are packed with this heart healthy mineral? I will give you a hint – there are many delicious foods, beyond the banana! I am excited to share part two of my potassium series. In part one, “Potassium: You’re not getting enough”, I […]

Move over vitamin D, potassium is taking centre stage for a nutrient of public health concern. Fewer than 2% of adults met the daily recommendations for potassium according to the third National Health Examination Survey. In fact, current intakes reveal that adults consume less than half of the estimated requirement. This blog will explore potassium’s […]

Let’s face it, people are more fascinated by nutrition than ever before.  After all, we are increasingly aware how our eating habits impact our health. However, in light of this increased nutrition appreciation, consumers are now faced with an over-abundance of information. There are more self-proclaimed “experts,” superfoods and miracle pills then ever before! All clamouring […]

To help us in navigating the mammoth yogurt aisle, it is my absolute pleasure to welcome Nicole Osinga as our dietitian guest blogger! Nicole and I connected over instagram where I began to learn more about her and her private practice in the Durum region. Nicole is also the contributor for the Toronto Star for […]

Fall is my favourite time of year! The colours are changing, the air is fresh and we can take pleasure in perusing the farmers markets, grocery store, or online grocery shopping for seasonal foods that are produced in Ontario during the fall harvest! In my last blog, I highlighted from a Dietitian’s perspective, the top […]

Are you a Locavore? Do you check where your food comes from before popping it into your grocery cart? According to Statistics Canada, over 40% of all fruits and vegetables purchased are imported. This statistic also includes foods that are grown in Canada like apples! As a dietitian, many clients ask what types of food […]

What is your relationship with food? Is food the enemy or is food your friend? Be honest now! After all, the feelings stirring inside are subconsciously shaping your eating patterns and possibly your health. Last week, I experienced the phenomenal Tony Robbins up close and personal at his Toronto workshop.   He inspired us to think […]

Did you hear there’s a new “superfood” on the market? This marketing declaration refers to foods with an impressive nutrition profile and linked with supposed health benefits. However, this term is often over-used to sell products, as demonstrated by Dr. Oz (see past blog for Dr. Oz is no Diet authority). What is Qi’a? Qi’a […]

Happy first day of school! What’s in your child’s lunchbox? And are you confident that your child will actually eat it? This year, in order to maximize your child’s health, let’s discuss how to pack a balanced lunch that even picky eaters will love! Here are seven practical tips to tackle this very common lunchbox […]

Are you a salad enthusiast? I hope so, and if not, I anticipate you will be very soon!  After all, salad greens are awesome! They are low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin K, potassium, folate, etc.  Furthermore, adding a salad to your meal(s) is a quick and easy […]

Have you ever seen a “nutritionist” on the nightly news or Dr. Oz giving advice and asked yourself: Who is this person and what are their qualifications? In a world inundated with nutrition information, we must question the source of information to determine credibility. Today, let’s explore a common question: Are Dietitians and Nutritionists the […]