Did you know that based on 2017 statistics, over 2.3 million people in Canada alone have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes? Although diabetes can be a serious condition, many diet and lifestyle changes have been shown to improve health outcomes. Here are science-based insights from a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator on how… [Read More]
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Top 10 Back to School Lunches
It’s that time of year again, the air is crisp and pumpkin-spiced everything abounds! It’s back to school for kids and back to a busier schedule for the family. Back to school also means getting into the swing of packing lunches and snacks for our little ones. This can be a daunting prospect, especially if… [Read More]
Are you prediabetic? A dietitian’s perspective on prevention.
My doctor told me I have high blood sugars: So what now? So you’ve gone for your regular doctor’s visit or physical and your doctor tells you that you have elevated blood sugars. You may be wondering “what does that mean?”. “Does this mean I have diabetes?” “Do I need to be on a restrictive… [Read More]
How to talk to your kids about weight
We all want our children to grow up healthy and happy. Caring for them is our responsibility and although there is no such thing as perfect parenting, we can prioritize our efforts to help set them up for healthy behaviours when they are independent. Childhood obesity has become a growing concern with a 2016 study… [Read More]
Endometriosis And Your Diet – FAQs
There are many great sources of information about being diagnosed with endometriosis and how it can impact your life, including your family doctor, gynecologist and medical resources and blogs, such as this one. In this blog post, we will answer frequently asked questions about Endometriosis, with a focus on Endometriosis and your diet with practical… [Read More]
Looking to go low FODMAP for digestive health? Here is what you need to know
What are FODMAPS and what is the low FODMAP diet? FODMAPS are a group of short-chain carbohydrates (fibres and sugars) that aren’t absorbed properly in the gut. The acronym stands for fermentable, oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols. The low FODMAP diet was developed by researchers at Monash University, and it limits foods that have been… [Read More]