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Top Healthy Eating Blogs from our Dietitian Team
- May 17, 2023
Food Styling 101: Creative and Fun Ways to Make Meals Irresistible for Kids
Got picky eaters on your hands that refuse to eat what you prepare them? If so, you are not alone! In this blog we discuss 5 ways to engage your children in healthy eating through food styling. Creativity helps children to see food in a different way and encourages healthy eating habits. Try it out and learn more here!READ MORE - May 15, 2023
How to Choose a Calcium Supplement
Wondering how much calcium you need per day? If your intake of calcium-rich foods might be low, or your doctor has suggested a calcium supplement, here is some Registered Dietitian advice on how to choose a calcium supplement. Learn everything you need to know about calcium supplements in this blog post by CEO, Andrea Holwegner.READ MORE - May 12, 2023
Apple Dijon Pork and Sweet Potato Bake Recipe
Are you tired of having a pile of dishes to clean after preparing dinner? Say goodbye to dishes with this easy one-pan meal. This meal is flavour-packed and perfect for feeding your family, friends, and entertaining. Leftovers can be a perfect lunch the following day, but I promise you there will be no leftovers with this recipe!READ MORE - May 10, 2023
Pregnancy Diet – Foods for Each Trimester
Pregnancy is an exciting and joyful time! Whether you are expecting or know of someone who is expecting, figuring out what to eat and what supplements to take during pregnancy can sometimes be a challenge. In this blog post, we share key nutrition guidelines to focus on during each trimester so you can feel the happy balance of eating healthfully and joyfully!READ MORE - May 8, 2023
20 Nourishing Vegetarian Breakfast Ideas to Fuel Your Day
Not only can vegetarian breakfast options add variety to your meal rotation and flavour profile, they can also help to increase your total fibre intake, provide you with heart protective nutrients, and improve gut health and immunity. If you are looking for breakfast inspiration, read this blog post for 20 delicious vegetarian breakfast ideas!READ MORE - May 5, 2023
Healthy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Are you a cookie lover? Check out this incredible healthy oatmeal chocolate chip cookie recipe! These healthy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are packed full of fibre and healthy fats to give a flavourful and satisfying bite. Pair them with a glass of fresh cold milk and you are getting a variety of nutrients all in one!READ MORE - May 3, 2023
Weight Stigma in Eating Disorder Treatment
Weight bias is defined as discriminatory acts and ideologies targeted toward individuals based on their weight and body size. This can negatively impact eating disorder recovery, as disordered eating and eating disorders present in all body sizes. In this blog post, learn about what weight stigma is and what you can do to fight it.READ MORE - May 1, 2023
Does Magnesium Help With Sleep?
You may have heard about the relationship between magnesium and sleep. This article does a deep dive into what magnesium is, the most recent research surrounding magnesium for sleep, and whether magnesium supplements are beneficial for you. Keep reading to find out more about the benefits of magnesium!READ MORE - April 26, 2023
How Can Virtual Dietitians Help Employee Health?
Does your employee health plan benefits include dietitian services? Coverage for face-to-face or online access to dietitian services is a no-brainer for any employer health plan. Discover the 5 benefits of virtual health and nutrition counselling in the blog post as well as associated best practices from workplace nutrition expert, Andrea Holwegner.READ MORE - April 24, 2023
How to Stop Dieting & Ditch Food Rules Once and For All
If you have ever thought about dieting or been on a diet, this article is for you! Now more than ever there are food rules, trendy eating regimes and fad diets that tell you which foods are good or bad and how you should eat. Read this blog to discover how to break food rules & stop dieting for the best.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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