By: Nav Sharma, Registered Dietitian As many of us have come to terms with our new ‘work from home’ realities, it is now time to conquer our next challenge, keeping up with (or starting!) our workplace wellness goals in our new working environment. With the ability to work past our typical hours, often without noticing,… [Read More]
Tips
12 Tips to Increase Your Motivation to Eat Healthy
Have you ever struggled with motivation? I’m sure the answer to that question is: YES! and as most of us know, motivation can be tricky to maintain. There are so many different aspects of our lives that require motivation such as healthy eating, and it is common for people to struggle to maintain momentum. Feeling… [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]
Party Secrets By Registered Dietitians
By Lisa Spriet, Registered Dietitian Summer is full of reasons to celebrate, but for Canadians, July 1st is always an extra special occasion. No one wants to be ‘that guy’ or ‘that girl’ sipping on soda water and noshing on celery sticks while everyone around him or her are celebrating with beer, coolers, nachos, and… [Read More]