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Top Healthy Eating Blogs from our Dietitian Team
- August 17, 2022
Healthy Snacks Your Kids Can Make Themselves
With the start of the school season fast approaching, you may be looking for tasty kid snack ideas. As a parent or caregiver coming up with snack ideas that are not only tasty but also filled with healthy ingredients isn’t always easy. Keep reading this article by Registered Dietitian, Andrea Holwegner, for healthy and tasty kid-friendly snack ideas.READ MORE - August 12, 2022
Monster Smoothie
Looking for a satisfying and delicious smoothie recipe? This recipe by Registered Dietitian, Shauna Kime is packed with tons of nutrients and flavour. You can even freeze it in popsicle molds for a healthy summer snack. Give it a try and let us know what you think!READ MORE - August 10, 2022
Baby First Foods: Five tips for success when introducing solids.
Learn more about things to consider when starting to give your baby solid foods. With these five tips, you'll be sure to keep your baby safe and nourished. Read more to find out the five tips for starting a baby on solid foods.READ MORE - August 1, 2022
What is Intuitive Eating Anyway?
Intuitive eating is an incredible way to improve your relationship with food and your body. This blog post by certified intuitive eating counsellor, Christine Devaney-Towsley's teaches you about intuitive eating, its many benefits, and tips on how to get started.READ MORE - July 29, 2022
Strawberry and Cherry Bruschetta
In the hot months of the summer, we look for delicious meals and snacks that can be shared outdoors with fresh ingredients. This fruit bruschetta is a take on the traditional tomato version. You won’t be disappointed, give this quick and simple recipe a try!READ MORE - July 27, 2022
Food Allergy vs Food Intolerance: What’s the Difference?
Food allergies and food intolerances can be difficult to understand and differentiate. In this post, we explain the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance, their symptoms, testing, as well as ingredient swaps for common allergens. Read it here!READ MORE - July 25, 2022
5 Tips to Prevent Food Waste at Home
Are you tired of throwing out perfectly good fruits and vegetables that you bought but didn’t get to eat in time and now they have gone bad? Check out these 5 tips that can help you reduce your home's food waste and help extend the life of your produce.READ MORE - July 22, 2022
Raspberry Pancakes
Want to make a yummy breakfast recipe that is super summer-friendly? Take out your fresh or frozen raspberries and in less than 30 minutes, you'll have a delicious and healthy breakfast to start the day off right! Recipe by Dietitian, Shauna Kime.READ MORE - July 20, 2022
What to Do if Your Toddler Won’t Eat
Mealtimes with a toddler can be a big challenge especially if your toddler refuses to eat what you give them. Read this article by Family Dietitian, Jamie Kwong, for five potential reasons your toddler is refusing meals and some tips that can help make mealtimes more enjoyable for everyone.READ MORE - July 15, 2022
Camping Cuisine: Chili Lime Chicken Foil Packet
Planning your next BBQ or camping trip? This recipe is a great make-ahead camping meal that can be cooked on the BBQ or over hot coals and added to a wrap or taco shell. You can also grill at home as a bowl with rice and vegetables.READ MORE Next page
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