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Have you wondered, “What is sprouted grain bread?” It’s at the grocery store, but we know those aisles are confusing with endless variety and selection. When it comes to bread, what should we choose? White, whole wheat, whole grain, rye, sourdough, or gluten-free, and now there’s sprouted grain bread! Today, we’ll discuss what sprouted grain […]

Now that you have a well-stocked kitchen (see previous post with this dietitian’s top fridge, freezer and pantry staples), you’re ready to put easy, nutritionally balanced meals on the table! Today, I have compiled my Top Ten 15-Minute Meals to make from your kitchen basics. This means you can save time and money with no […]

February 14th marks Valentine’s Day, where love is celebrated, particularly during those special Valentine’s Meals. It’s also a time where heartfelt messages are shared – perhaps to a partner, a child, an elder, a teacher or a neighbour. Although we don’t need a designated day to be loving and thoughtful, celebrating our dearest relationships is wonderful. […]

It’s a new year. Are you looking to make eating healthier a priority? If so, set yourself up for success by making healthy habits easier to facilitate. One of the best ways to set yourself up for healthy eating is certainly by stocking your kitchen better. As a result, you can have wholesome ingredients and […]

Sparkle, shine and enjoy this holiday season. Get-togethers are in abundance. Christmas music is playing, and a light dusting of snow is on the ground. I love Christmas brunch because it’s another opportunity to enjoy festive fare and deliciousness. Plus, the amazing thing about brunch is that it can happen anytime over the holiday season […]

~A Dietitian Explains~ There are a multitude of diets; however, most are not science-based or proven effective in the long term. The DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) is an effective, science-based diet for lowering high blood pressure. Today, we’ll take a closer look at high blood pressure and explore how the DASH diet […]

Is nutrition a priority? Really ponder this. Be honest. After all, prioritizing nutrition can make the difference in lifestyle habits, sticking or falling to the sidelines. Do you notice yourself saying, “If I have the time,” or do you say, “I’ll make the time,” when it comes to planning foods or putting in the necessary […]

Healthy Thanksgiving side dishes add a level of elegance. Are you a designated “appetizer/soup/salad-bringing guest” looking for inspiration? Undoubtably, people often find themselves uncertain what to make for Thanksgiving entertaining. After all, we are frequently short on time and it’s an enormous feast. We can count on the standards: turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing and pumpkin […]

Are canned vegetables healthy? This is a common question at Dietetic Directions, especially prevalent this time of year as we transition out of summer and into fall harvest. Different vegetables are available such as potatoes, squash, carrots, beets and cabbage. Unfortunately, many of our favourites like peaches, green beans and corn on the cob are […]

It’s back-to-school or back-to-work from the cottage time! ‘Tis also the dreaded lunch-box dilemma time. Are you wondering what to make? Not to worry. We got you. Let’s ward off tuna sandwich boredom or resorting to expensive takeout by instead learning how to reinvent dinner into unique lunches. After all, the fall season reinvigorates people […]

It’s hard to maintain summer motivation! The weather is warm, the beach is calling and cottage meals are on the mind. With all of the welcomed indulgences of the season, it can be difficult to sustain motivation for our healthier lifestyle goals. Workouts get skipped, meals don’t get planned and food isn’t prepped for the […]

~Exploring Pro’s & Con’s~ Do weight loss apps work? Many clients wonder if apps such as My Fitness Pal can actually help them lose weight. Many people are curious if weight loss apps can serve a useful purpose in terms of improving their nutrition. Today, I will be “weighing in” on weight loss apps and […]