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Top Healthy Eating Blogs from our Dietitian Team
- October 1, 2021
The 4 Best Fall Vegetarian & Vegan Recipes
As the days get shorter and the air gets colder, I always feel the need to warm up on the inside. I am the only vegetarian in my household, everyone else loves their meat! Over the years, I have been able to adjust my cooking so everyone can eat almost the same meal, but in 2 different versions; one vegetarian and one with meat. Here is a list of my favorite 4 comfort meals I like to enjoy in the fall along with its meat-lover version.READ MORE - September 29, 2021
What Pre-workout Meal or Snack is Best?
Wondering what pre-workout meal or snack is best? Confused about pre-workout supplements? This article is for you! This Sports Dietitian article discusses this topic and which foods and snacks are top choices. In general, we want the pre-workout meal to be high in carbohydrates, contain some protein and be low in fat. Keep reading to learn more!READ MORE - September 22, 2021
16 Healthy Work-From-Home Lunches
Looking for some ideas for a healthy work-from-home lunch? I’ve got you covered! This article will focus on why taking a lunch break is important for your health, mental health and also productivity and engagement at work. I will also be sharing some easy, tasty and nutrition-packed ideas that you can make for a healthy lunch at home.READ MORE - September 15, 2021
Feeding Tools to Help with Dysphagia
Dysphagia is defined as the difficulty to swallow, eat and drink as well as a wider range of decreased abilities. Certain tools can help foster safety and increased independence for individuals with Dysphagia. Don’t go through the journey alone – get support from a Dysphagia Dietitian.READ MORE - September 13, 2021
Back to the Nutrition Basics – Declutter and Reset
Many people overcomplicate eating, leading to an overload of information and anxiety. When we can quiet the overwhelm and go back to the simple basics of nutrition, it's like taking a breath of fresh air again. Start your fall off simple and discover the four nutrition basics to get back to healthy eating.READ MORE - September 6, 2021
Beating Postpartum Fatigue & Exhaustion
Postpartum fatigue is a normal feeling during the postpartum year as your little one learns to adjust to a good sleeping and feeding routine. However, you don’t have to feel depleted and exhausted! The key is to be proactive about good feeding and sleeping habits for yourself. Keep reading for tips and key questions to ask yourself during the postpartum year.READ MORE - September 6, 2021
September Meal Planning – What’s in Season Near You
If you’ve ever tasted fruit or veggies straight from the garden, you’ve experienced that unique freshness that’s hard to capture when something is store-bought or out of season. This blog explores what's produce is in season during September, and how to make the most of it. This includes creative ideas and recipes to incorporate those nutrient-rich fruits and veggies! Keep reading to learn more!READ MORE - August 30, 2021
Meal Planning Made Easy – Three Styles of Healthy Supper Meal Planning
As published in: Connie uses the term “hangry” to describe the time in the late afternoon where she arrives home from work feeling angry as a result of being too hungry. Salty chips or crackers could be inhaled in minutes with enough calories to qualify as a meal. Fatigued from the day and being unmotivated to…READ MORE - August 28, 2021
Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Pasta salads are a great addition to any meal but can also be a perfect one-stop-shop for all your nutritional needs. This Mediterranean pasta salad can be pre-made and taken to work for lunch or on a picnic and can be enjoyed cold in the warmer summer months.READ MORE - August 25, 2021
Part 5: Managing PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)
PCOS Supplements, Vitamins and Minerals Part 5 of a 5 part series to explore PCOS supplements and the best PCOS diet and nutrition tips (written by Teagan Evans, University of Alberta Student in the Nutrition and Food Science program at the University of Alberta and reviewed by our Health Stand Nutrition Dietitian Team). If you have been following our series on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) so far, you will have learned about the hormonal…READ MORE Next page
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