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Top Healthy Eating Blogs from our Dietitian Team
- October 21, 2010
Calgary Herald – Nutrition challenges for generation X
For generation X or those between 30 to the mid-40's, there are many nutrition challenges that emerge with "life in the fast lane." Hectic family schedules combined with hefty work commitments can make eating healthy and keeping active a challenge. The good news is that with a little awareness and some planning, you can have it all - a full life and the health you need to enjoy it.READ MORE - October 14, 2010
Nutrition for Millennials: age 15 to late 20’s
Healthy eating advice for millenials By Andrea Holwegner BSc, RD, Calgary Herald October 14, 2010 There are big changes in schedules, social commitments and living arrangements that can drastically change the nutrition habits of millennials – those between the age of 15 and late 20s. Although young adults need to take charge of their health…READ MORE - October 7, 2010
Nutrition to last a lifetime: nutrition for youngsters up to 15 years of age
Kids nutrition – tips for getting children to eat healthier foods By Andrea Holwegner BSc, RD – Calgary Herald, October 7, 2010 From birth to 15 years of age, it is critical to ensure your family has the proper nutrition they need to grow and develop into healthy young adults. Not only does the food you…READ MORE - October 1, 2010
Lessons about keeping active from a dog and other buddies
Strategies for boosting physical activity It is not always easy to get off the couch and get the physical activity your body needs. The Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology reports that 63% of Canadians are not getting enough physical activity to achieve good health. If you are struggling with motivation to keep active it might…READ MORE - September 1, 2010
Overcoming Barriers to Physical Activity
Self-Talk Tips to Help You ‘Exercise’ Positive Thinking Guest Article by Michelle Cederberg, MKin, BA Psyc Physical activity is one of those things that everyone thinks about doing, but few people actually do with any regularity and, if your busy life transpires against your efforts to get fit, you’re not alone. As a nation, we’re…READ MORE - July 15, 2010
What you need to know about dietary fat
What You Need to Know About So-called Good Fats and Bad Fats Even after many years of media hype about healthy fats and negative fats for health, I still find that many of our clients are confused about dietary fat. Here is what you need to know about how much fat to get per day…READ MORE - June 16, 2010
Calorie Confused?
How many calories do I need per day? One of the most common questions that we get asked in our counselling practice is how many calories to eat per day. If you have read a diet magazine that suggests an adult needs only 1200 calories per day this is likely far too low to be…READ MORE - May 29, 2010
Understanding Vitamins and Minerals
A Summary of Micronutrients What are vitamins and minerals? Vitamins and minerals are micronutrients, which mean that our bodies need them in small amounts because they cannot be made in our bodies. Vitamins are organic or carbon-containing micronutrients that are made by living cells. Vitamins are further characterized as either fat-soluble or water-soluble vitamins. Fat-soluble…READ MORE - April 19, 2010
Overcoming “Homicidal Hunger”
How to Manage Your Hunger My friend Anne some time ago coined the term “homicidal hunger” to sum up the ravenous hunger often experienced when you get home in the late afternoon after a long day of work without having enough to eat. Homicidal hunger is a state where you feel like you could literally…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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