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Top 7 ‘Make-Ahead’ Lunches
September 13, 2018
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Top 7 ‘Make-Ahead’ Lunches

Now that we are back-to-school or back from holidays, it is time to hunker down with preparing “make-ahead” lunches. In part one, we explored the three ways to master “make-ahead” lunches by prioritizing planning, stocking up on lunchbox essentials and considering a mental shift from performance to consistency. This makes the lunch-making process less daunting and a more sustainable habit. In today’s blog, I will share when to prepare lunches, the 1, 2, 3 lunch-box formula and finally my Top 7 “Make-Ahead” Lunches.   When Do I "Make-Ahead?" Avoid making or packing lunches in the morning. Your future-self will always thank you. For most, the mornings are one of the...

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by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD
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3 Ways to Master ‘Make-Ahead’ Lunches
September 6, 2018
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3 Ways to Master “Make-Ahead” Lunches

It’s the end of summer and the beginning of the school year. Even if you’re not back-to-school, adults often feel inspired to start new healthy habits, like packing a balanced lunch. However, busy schedules and life commitments can get in the way of these noble intentions. We frequently feel unprepared and stressed, and either spend money eating out or dish out lunch money to our kids.   Today’s blog is number one of a two-part series. First, I will share how our schedules impact our meal-time stress, then the benefit of packing ahead, and finally three tips to master “make-ahead” lunches. These are the lunches that can be prepared in...

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by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD
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New Orleans Food
August 23, 2018
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New Orleans Food Exploration

Are you a food explorer? Do you travel to new places and seek their cuisine? I do! Traveling is one of my passions along with food! Food exploration allows me to combine these two passions to make truly memorable experiences. This summer, I went to New Orleans to discover their infamous food scene. In today’s blog, I will showcase what makes New Orleans food unique and underscore my top five must-have’s!   What’s “Creole Cuisine?” Creole cuisine is unique to Louisiana. According to Urban Distortionary, Creole is one of the most interesting yet little known cultures America has ever known! There’s a mixture of Black, French, Spanish and Native American-influence...

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by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD
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Mussels Blog
August 9, 2018
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Mussels Nutrition: A Summer Superfood

Have you wondered about the nutrition of mussels? Those cute little shellfish that can be served cooked in or out of the shell. Mussels are available fresh, smoked, canned and even frozen. Today, I will be highlighting the nutrition for mussels because they are delicious, versatile and jam-packed with health-promoting value. Get ready to dive in deeply as we explore the nutrition of mussels, how to prepare them and how to incorporate in your diet. Hint: preparing mussels is easier than you think (recipe to follow)!     My Mussels Story: Funnily enough, mussels were the one food that terrified me as a child. I remember my Nonno making them as...

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by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD
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Cottage Meals
July 12, 2018
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5 Fun, Make-Ahead Cottage Meals

Who loves time at the cottage? In Canada we are lucky to have beautiful lakes and vast wilderness. Ever since I was a child, I have appreciated visiting my aunt and uncle’s cottage on Maple Lake. This has always been a cherished time to enjoy the outdoors, play and relax. As an adult, I still love cottage times and especially cottage food! However, coming up with meal ideas can be a tad arduous. Today’s post is to inspire you with 5 fun, make-ahead cottage meals. After all, who wants to spend a lot of time in the kitchen when you can be sitting by the lake with...

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by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD
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3 Ways to Start Prioritizing Yourself!
June 28, 2018
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3 Ways to Prioritize Yourself!

Do you feel tired or depleted? Like your car is running on empty? Or perhaps like there is simply not enough time to do things that actually rejuvenate you? If so, you are not alone. In fact, the more chaotic and overwhelming our lives get, often the less time we make for ourselves. I think society has this backwards. Today’s blog is on three simple ways to prioritize yourself!     When we rank our needs as paramount, it has a domino effect. We feel content that we are responding to ourselves, we take time to do things that revitalize us, and this new feeling of cheerfulness spreads to those around...

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by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD
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Summer Salads
June 13, 2018
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How to Build Satisfying Summer Salads

Something about this season makes people more likely to indulge in summer salads. I think it’s the freshness of the veggies or maybe it’s the crunch. Or perhaps the desire to have something lighter in your tummy while hurrying around doing errands or daytrips. Whatever the reason, if you are loving fresh summer salads but looking for ways to make them extra delicious (and satisfying) you have come to the right place! Camp Huronda; spent the first 6 summers of my career working as a Camp Dietitian   Today, I will be sharing how to build summer salads to keep you feeling full and satisfied. I...

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by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD
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Healthy Eating on Vacation
May 31, 2018
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How to Still Eat Well While Traveling

Are you a globe trotter? I certainly have caught the travel bug. It’s exciting to pack up and take off to explore new landscapes, cultures and of course foods! However, when on holidays, maintaining a healthy eating routine can be challenging. Today, I will share my top 5 ways you can still eat healthy while traveling! Peru's Sacred Valley My intention with this blog is to inspire confidence that you can still eat well while enjoying your holidays. I’ll highlight the reasons why vacation eating can be a challenge and outline my top strategies.   [bctt tweet="Confident you can still eat well while traveling? Dietitian top #travel...

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by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD
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Eat for Workouts
May 10, 2018
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How to Eat to Maximize Workouts!

We all know being active offers health benefits - specifically, decreased risk for diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, depression, stress and anxiety (Statistics Canada, 2015). However, only one in five (or 20%) of Canadians achieve the recommended 150 minutes (2.5 hours) of physical activity per week. Do you get enough? What would this amount look like in your busy schedule? Going to a one-hour Zumba class and a 20-minute brisk walk after dinner/lunch four times a week? This would be terrific and set you in the minuscule 20% of Canadians who achieve these recommendations.   [bctt tweet="Only 20% of Canadians achieve the recommended 150 mins of physical activity/week! Do you get enough?...

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by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD
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