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Exciting news in the nutrition world!  This week, Health Canada released proposed changes to nutrition labelling on packaged foods.  The purpose of these changes is to make nutrition labels easier to read and understand.  This is such an important topic since we know that seven out of ten Canadians are looking at the nutrition information […]

What’s the difference between eating for “hunger” versus eating for “appetite”? We often mistakenly use these words interchangeably. Today, let’s focus on getting in tune with our body to distinguish between eating for hunger versus eating for appetite. Knowing the difference will allow you to be a more mindful eater with awareness of what your […]

In a world inundated with nutrition information, and much more misinformation, people are likely to fall victim to diet scams by purchasing products with unproven health claims or even products that are unsafe for human consumption! This is a reality, but would you expect a television physician to be the one promoting these miracle fad […]

Are you growing tired of using quinoa as a rice or pasta substitute?  Are you looking for something new to add to your diet that is not only whole grain but also nutritious and delicious?  Well, look no further than the less famous, but exceptionally wholesome bulgur! Bulgur is made from whole wheat kernels that […]

For couples looking to get pregnant, it seems that the onus is mostly on the woman’s diet. Well-intentioned husbands come in for dietary counselling wanting to know what their wife should be eating or which supplements she should be taking. Instead, men should also be asking about the crucial role their diet plays in conception. […]

Many women planning on becoming pregnant want to ensure they are meeting their nutritional needs to provide the best possible health outcomes for their unborn child.  Poor dietary quality, chronic dieting, unhealthy lifestyle behaviours (such as sedentary lifestyle, stress, alcohol, smoking) and a diet lacking key nutrients, all compromise the health of an unborn child.  Today’s article […]

Louis Sachar said,“It is better to take many small steps in the right direction than to make a great leap forward only to stumble backward.” In a world plagued by impatience and the desire for FAST and EASY results, the idea of taking small steps to achievement seems like a futile process. Do you train […]

In honour of Easter, what better topic to write about than chocolate?  Did you know that the average Canadian consumes about 12 pounds of chocolate per year?  That is a lot of chocolate; but not compared to the Swiss, with the world’s largest chocolate consumption at a staggering 22 pounds per person per year!  Needless […]

Children require healthy diets to support optimal growth and development of their minds and bodies.  Healthy eating (including eating a variety of vegetables and fruits) helps prevent widespread health problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, iron deficiencies, osteoporosis and dental caries.  However, over half (59%) of Canadian children 2-17 years of age, […]

A well-stocked kitchen with cooking essentials makes creating a quick and balanced meal a whole lot easier! Today, I will share some of the top items I keep on hand to ensure a nutritiously packed fridge, freezer and pantry. This way, when you go to the grocery store, you will know which kitchen essentials need […]

To help us celebrate Nutrition Month, I have a dynamic guest blogger, Tracy MorrisaRegistered Dietitian providing diabetes education in Toronto. I encourage you to visit Tracy’s blog, News Bites, for ample consumer-friendly nutrition information. Today, Tracy will be sharing some of her tips for healthy eating on a budget. In today’s society, we are mindful […]

Welcome to Nutrition Month 2014 with the practical theme of “Simply Cook and Enjoy!”  This month, Dietitians across Canada guide consumers back to the kitchen to master some cooking basics.  Since time constraints are one of the largest barriers to today’s cooking, I will teach some timesaving tips on how to cook in a hurry! Over the […]