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Top Healthy Eating Blogs from our Dietitian Team
- May 19, 2021
Quick Vegetable Side Dishes
Build good habits to get greens at each meal with the ‘dump and drizzle’ or ‘dump and dip it’ method Family life is a real juggling act, especially when it comes to healthy meals. Life goes fast, some days it’s really hard to catch your breath. Add the chaos of kids and suddenly life for a family can be a real juggling act. How…READ MORE - May 17, 2021
Recovery Nutrition for Athletes
Are you overwhelmed with all the information out there about sports nutrition and exercise recovery? This blog breaks down everything you need to know about recovery nutrition after sports and exercise!READ MORE - May 12, 2021
Eating the Rainbow
Getting a variety of fruits and vegetables in your diet Have you ever been told to eat the rainbow? No, I am not referring to the Skittles ‘taste the rainbow’ ads. I am talking about adding colour to your plate in the form of a variety of fruits and vegetables. Why Eat a variety of Fruits and Vegetables? Fruits and vegetables provide us with vitamins, minerals, fiber…READ MORE - May 5, 2021
Is Standing Better than Sitting?
How to be healthy and happy working from home Guest Post By Tim Borys CEO, FRESH! Wellness Group If you are a busy parent or professional who has been working from home for over a year now today’s topic is one that will change your life…in a positive way! You’ve likely heard the saying “sitting is the new smoking”. Well, I disagree…READ MORE - May 3, 2021
Teaching Teens to Cook
3 teen-approved meals to make together and start establishing healthy habits Are you tired of making all the meals in your house? Of your teenager asking what’s for dinner then walking out of the kitchen? With more time at home these days it’s time to encourage teens to join us in the kitchen. This helps to create…READ MORE - May 1, 2021
Streusel-Topped Rhubarb Muffins
Bake up a batch of these delicious rhubarb muffins for a treat Springtime always makes me think about rhubarb. Rhubarb is tart, delicious and found in many backyards – it’s also a great source of fiber and Vitamin K. With Mother’s Day around the corner, pheraps a mom in your life would enjoy these…READ MORE - April 28, 2021
Nutrition for 3 Common Digestive Health Conditions
Healthy Eating for IBS, IBD (Crohn’s Disease/Colitis) and Celiac Disease Are you struggling with digestive discomfort and seeking support to manage your symptoms? Have you been recently diagnosed with a digestive health issue and unsure how nutrition can help or what foods will support your digestive system condition? There are many digestive health issues that can affect your quality of life and your overall health. As a Digestive Health Dietitian, one of my main areas of practice is…READ MORE - April 26, 2021
How to stop counting calories and listen to your body
Why tracking points, calories or macros may not be ideal In just about every weight loss diet, there is a form of counting. Whether it is counting points, calories and/or macros, counting will reduce your ability to listen to your body. The why behind counting is appealing – it can help with accountability and understanding of what we…READ MORE - April 19, 2021
Nutrition for Hypothyroidism
What to eat to support thyroid function Written by Teagan Evans, University of Alberta Student in the Nutrition and Food Sciences program and reviewed by our Health Stand Nutrition Dietitian Team Hypothyroidism is a condition characterized by an underactive thyroid gland resulting in decreased thyroid hormone production. It is most commonly caused by an autoimmune disorder (also called Hashimoto’s thyroiditis) but can result from radiation…READ MORE - April 10, 2021
Best Vegetable Dip Ever
Make this cool and creamy dip at home to enjoy for a healthy snack As the snow melts and the grass turns green, I find myself craving fresh crunchy vegetables more than usual. And to make this healthy snack more appealing to everyone in the family, I make the best vegetable dip ever to serve with the veggies…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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