How much alcohol is too much when it comes to health and disease risk? Canada’s new drinking guidelines are out! Learn about the new evidence on the significance of alcohol-related disease risk and what you can do for preventative care.
READ MOREIf you are a parent or caregiver of a teenager, you already know raising teenagers isn’t always easy. Like many of our clients, you may be struggling with how to encourage healthy habits like exercising and healthy eating. In this blog post, find out where “junk” food fits in and how to encourage healthy eating behaviours.
READ MOREDo you struggle with overeating at night? When we begin to understand and listen to our bodies the easier it is to manage our behaviours and responses to hunger cues. Read on to explore the top 3 evening snacking mistakes from a Registered Dietitian and what you can do to curb the habit of nighttime eating.
READ MOREAre you vegetarian, or thinking about transitioning to a more plant-based diet? This blog discusses all things plant-based including a Registered Dietitian’s Top 3 tips for planning a healthy vegetarian meal, vegetarian foods with protein, and 9 vegetarian meal ideas that are both balanced, delicious, and nutritious!
READ MOREIs sugar bad for you? We get this question and variations of this question asked on a regular basis. It’s a common worry in society. In this post, CEO Andrea Holwegner answers some of your burning sugar questions to help you sort out the confusion on if sugar is okay to eat, how much of it is recommended, if sugar substitutes are harmful, and more!
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"Working with my dietitian has been life changing! She helped me break free from dieting, transform my beliefs about food, and embrace self-acceptance. I highly recommend Health Stand Nutrition—100 stars!"
– Anne Marie Shutt, Nutrition Counselling Client
"I’m a family physician and cannot recommend the Health Stand team enough. Their dietitians do more than give food advice, they help clients make deep, sustainable changes for lifetime health."
– Dr. Deb Putnam, Family Physician
"Thanks to Health Stand Nutrition, I’m more productive, energized, and committed to my long-term health. I’ve learned what to eat, why, and how to maintain it. Nutrition has never been this fun!"
– Leslie Fryers, Nutrition Counselling & Workplace Wellness Client
"I’ve struggled with eating problems and fad diets for years, but my dietitian was an angel—knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. She has genuinely changed my life. 10 stars!
– Devon Crewe, Nutrition Counselling Client
"I’m a psychologist, and Health Stand is my only source for exceptional dietitians. Andrea and her team provide compassionate, practical support that I trust my clients with completely."
– Adele Fox, Psychologist
"My quality of life has improved since seeing a Health Stand dietitian. She gave me the tools and knowledge to manage my IBS, and now my tummy is no longer a problem. Highly recommend!"
– L.H, Nutrition Counselling Client
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