Diagnosed with high cholesterol, elevated triglycerides, hypertension or fatty liver?
Knowing the what, when and how much to eat to optimize heart health can be challenging. Whether you want to avoid starting a new medication or you’re simply trying to improve your blood work, each member of our expert team of registered dietitians helps clients to improve their cholesterol, triglycerides, liver enzymes and/or blood pressure.
We use science-based strategies with real-life habits and solutions to leave you educated and empowered.
Working with our Registered Dietitian means you have:- One-on-one nutrition counselling for optimizing your heart health.
- An expert “myth-buster” to debunk common misconceptions.
- A trained professional reviewing your bloodwork.
- Mutual goal setting with individualized recommendations for sustainable change.
- Follow-up support for accountability along your journey.
DYK: 80% of cases of premature heart disease and stroke could be prevented with lifestyle and dietary improvements.
(Heart & Stroke Foundation).
DYK: 80% of cases of premature heart disease and stroke could be prevented with lifestyle and dietary improvements.
(Heart & Stroke Foundation).
Ready to get started?
Let’s work together to improve your heart health with the power of nutrition!
What is Heart Disease?
Heart disease refers to several types of heart conditions and occurs from the buildup of plaque in the arteries, which reduces (or blocks) blood flow to the heart.
Heart disease may be “silent” and not diagnosed until a person experiences signs or symptoms of a heart attack, heart failure, or an arrhythmia. However, many forms of heart disease can be prevented or treated with healthy lifestyle choices.
What are Heart Disease Risk Factors?
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Elevated triglycerides
- Diabetes or elevated blood sugars
- Overweight or obesity
- Sleep apnea
- Physical inactivity
- Unhealthy diet
- Excessive alcohol, smoking or recreational drug use
DYK: Registered Dietitian services are covered by many extended medical benefit plans.
Check with your employer to see if you’re covered!
What’s Involved in Nutrition Counselling?
- Education: We empower you with an understanding of how food, stress and daily lifestyle habits impact your heart health and blood lipids. Also, we offer follow-ups with more information and resources to support you.
- Nutrition: Importantly, our dietitian breaks down the what, when and how much to eat for improving heart health. You receive individualized goals and recommendations that may include meal and snack ideas, portion targets, vitamin recommendations, product suggestions and education on label reading.
- Physical activity and daily habits: Your daily routines and habits can help you better manage heart health, blood pressure and even lower stress. Therefore, supporting you with long-term, sustainable lifestyle change is our goal!
