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Top Healthy Eating Blogs from our Dietitian Team
- September 14, 2011
Eating Guidelines for Diverticular Disease
The following steps you can take may help you prevent or control your diverticular disease. Enjoy a healthy diet that includes a wide variety of foods. Eat plenty of high fibre foods to get the recommended amount of fibre Click here to read more about Eating Guidelines for Diverticular Disease (Dietitians of Canada)READ MORE - September 14, 2011
Diet, Nutrition, & Inflammatory Bowel Disease
One of the basic necessities of life is food. In this booklet, we will introduce you to some of the facts related to diet, nutrition and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). As always, you should discuss your concerns and ideas with the physicians, nurses and dietitians on your health care team, particularly if you are contemplating…READ MORE - September 14, 2011
Glycemic Index
The Glycemic Index (GI) is a scale that ranks carbohydrate-rich foods by how much they raise blood glucose levels compared to a standard food. The standard food is glucose or white bread Click here to read more about the Glycemic Index (CDA) and Glycemic Index FAQ (Dietitians of Canada)READ MORE - September 13, 2011
Is My Child Growing Well?
Each child is special and develops at a special rate. Like adults, children come in many different sizes and shapes. What does a child’s growth tell us? The way a child grows tells us a great deal about that childʼs health. If a child is having problems with health or nutrition, growth is often affected.…READ MORE - September 13, 2011
Food Allergies and Your Baby
Food allergies are a common concern during pregnancy, breastfeeding and when feeding solids to your baby. This resource will help you make safe and healthy food choices for you and your baby. Click here to read more about Food Allergies And Your Baby (Toronto Public Health)READ MORE - September 13, 2011
Food Serving Sizes for Children
Click the following to read more about food serving sizes for children of various ages (Healthy Alberta): 1-5 years old 6-12 years old TeensREAD MORE - September 13, 2011
Feeding Baby Solid Foods
Most babies start paying attention to what others are eating at around 6 months of age. This is an exciting time for both baby and you. If baby is 6 months old and reaching for your food, then baby is telling you that baby is ready to eat solid foods. Let baby guide you. Click…READ MORE - September 13, 2011
Developing Healthy Eating Behaviours in Children
Estimates of the number of overweight children range from a low of 13% to a high of 25-30%. This means 6 million children could be at risk for current and future self-esteem and health problems. On the other side of the weight issue, an estimated 7 million girls and 1 million boys have an eating…READ MORE - September 13, 2011
Lunch Ideas for Children
Click here for some ideas for Cool lunches my kid will eat (Public Health Agency of Canada)READ MORE - September 10, 2011
Gluten Free Resources
Click here for Resources for Living With Celiac Disease (Dietitians of Canada) to learn about: Claiming gluten-free food expenses Cookbooks and Menu Planning Magazines Websites Click here for more information on making Gluten Free Substitutions (Dietitians of Canada) in recipes Click here to read about the Safety of Oats (Health Canada) for those living with Celiac DiseaseREAD 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
Testimonials displayed here have been condensed for length