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Top Healthy Eating Blogs from our Dietitian Team
- January 4, 2016
Top 3 Health & Nutrition Trends for 2016
If you work in the health, fitness, food, grocery, agricultural or restaurant industry, nutrition trends are one of the key areas you need to keep up with. Here are three of the top trends that you need to understand to continue to create solutions for your customers in 2016 and beyond: ...READ MOREREAD MORE - December 17, 2015
Top 15 Posts of 2015
To wind down the year, we thought we'd provide a recap of 13 of our most popular articles and recipes. My personal favourite article is still “What do Nutrition Geeks (aka Dietitians) Feed Their Families?“ since this is a question I’m often asked. You may be surprised to hear our answers! ...READ MOREREAD MORE - December 3, 2015
Slow Cooker Shredded Pork with Cilantro Lime Rice
This make ahead Mexican pulled pork recipe is courtesy of Kelly Sieben (husband of our very own dietitian Sherene Sieben). Serve this pork with the cilantro lime rice and your favorite veggies or add to soft corn or flour tortillas with fresh salsa, guacamole and fresh jalapeño peppers. ...READ MOREREAD MORE - November 27, 2015
FODMAP diet for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can improve digestive symptoms
If you have IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and are experiencing digestive symptoms such as constipation, diarrhea, abdominal cramping or gas you are not alone. You may have heard about some of the new research being done on what is known as the FODMAP diet as a potential treatment for IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). ...READ MOREREAD MORE - November 9, 2015
Why do we stop doing things we know are good for us?
I had heard meditation was a good idea, so several years ago I decided to give it a try. I was a bit intimidated, and felt I didn't have much time, so I downloaded a short 15 minute guided meditation audio clip from iTunes. When I closed my eyes, I remember feeling somewhat freaked out by the noisy and relentless chatter of my thoughts that were flashing about everything and anything. ...READ MOREREAD MORE - October 27, 2015
Are processed meats and red meat safe to eat?
There has been recent media hype regarding cancer risk and processed meats (like deli meat, sausage and bacon) as well as red meat (such as beef, pork and lamb). If you enjoy red meat (as I do), be mindful of your portion sizes and mix up what you eat throughout the week. Include some plant-based proteins, ...READ MOREREAD MORE - October 27, 2015
How much Halloween candy is okay for my kids to eat?
With so much recent media hype about the concerns about too much sugar, many parents and caregivers are asking questions about Halloween candy. Read this post from the archives that will help you navigate the debate about how much Halloween candy is OK for kids. ...READ MOREREAD MORE - October 25, 2015
Bean Griddlecakes
Makes 4 servings Time: About 30 minutes Serve with fresh chopped tomato cilantro salsa and topped with a dollop of sour cream mixed with a splash of fresh squeezed lemon or lime. Recipe adapted from Mark Bittman, How to Cook Everything ...Get the full recipeREAD MORE - October 23, 2015
Nutrition & weight loss for women after age 40
In our nutrition counselling practice we see a distinct spike in women struggling with their weight for women after 40 years of age. We also see more referrals from physicians for women in perimenopause and after menopause both related to weight concerns as well as common health issues such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, ...READ MOREREAD MORE - October 1, 2015
What to Eat to Avoid Colds and Flu
Healthy eating lowers employee sick days and costs. While cold and flu season hasn’t officially begun, it is already taking its toll on parents and caregivers, as well as employers. While the Conference Board of Canada will be releasing new research on the cost of absenteeism to the Canadian economy ...READ MOREREAD MORE Next page
Success Stories
"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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