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Top Healthy Eating Blogs from our Dietitian Team
- February 26, 2015
Why can’t I change my health habits?
What to do when you are stuck at stop. Earlier this year I attended a conference by Dr. Michael Vallis, registered psychologist and leader of the Behaviour Change Institute, who opened his session with the bold statement, “Healthy behaviour is abnormal behaviour.”READ MORE - January 13, 2015
Cranberry Pecan Seed Crackers
This is a fabulous homemade cracker recipe adapted from Whitewater Cooks by Shelley Adams that is similar to popular gourmet Raincoast Crisps by Lesley Stowe. Enjoy on their own or with your favorite cheese or with cream cheese and jalapeño jelly. Makes 60 to 75 crackersREAD MORE - January 8, 2015
Mushroom Ricotta Stuffed Shells
A great make-ahead “Meatless Monday” family meal that adults and kids alike will enjoy! Serve with a tossed green salad or raw veggies and dip.READ MORE - January 7, 2015
Diet Review: The scoop on the 3 most popular diets searched on Google in 2014
Each year I find it interesting to review the most popular trendy diets according to Google searches. Here are the top 3 searched diet plans of 2014 in Canada and my thoughts about each of them: 5 Bite Diet The principle of this extreme diet plan from Dr. Alwin Lewis is based on the principle…READ MORE - December 29, 2014
2015 Food and Nutrition Trends: Simple, Fresh, and Local
Each calendar year marks the start of some new food and nutrition trends in the health and wellness industry. The words simple, fresh and local might best describe how health conscious consumers are thinking about what they select in the grocery store, prepare at home, or look for on restaurant menus.READ MORE - December 26, 2014
Maple Glazed Beef Tenderloin with Harvest Vegetables
Tenderloin is one of the most tender cuts of beef so it’s easy for kids to love it — don’t save it just for company! You can sub in carrots and/or parsnips for the sweet potatoes or Brussel sprouts if you like. Recipe courtesy of Canadian Beef – www.makeitbeef.caREAD MORE - December 19, 2014
FREE Public Seminar: Show me the Weigh! Nutrition for weight management
Show me the Weigh! Nutrition for weight management Looking for safe and effective ways to really lose extra pounds and keep them off?READ MORE - December 16, 2014
Three Food Trends for 2015
This year the culinary trend for food focuses on environmental sustainability, local sourcing, healthful meals, nutrition and natural ingredients/minimally processed food. Here are three food trends you can expect to see in restaurants, coffee shops, health food stores and grocery stores:READ MORE - December 8, 2014
Bistro Beef Steak with Roasted Vegetables
Making a bistro-style meal is easier than you think! It’s the simple sauce and great Canadian beef that make this sophisticated recipe so delicious! Use a cast-iron or heavy stainless steel skillet to pan-sear the steak.READ MORE - December 3, 2014
Shift Work Can Be Bad for Employee Health
Listen to my monthly radio program with Angela Kokott, host of Calgary Today for our segment, “You are what you eat” to get the goods on healthy eating. Listen to episode 71 here. How nutrition can help shift workers battle health, productivity & weight. It is hard to manage health, productivity and weight management with today’s…READ 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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