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Top Healthy Eating Blogs from our Dietitian Team
- September 30, 2020
Iron deficiency for kids: what foods are high in iron?
Foods high in iron for kids What is dietary iron and why is it important? Just as iron is used to build strong structures in our physical world, dietary iron is used to build strong blood. Iron is an essential component of our hemoglobin, a protein in our red blood cells used to carry…READ MORE - September 28, 2020
How to Eat More Vegetables When You Don’t Like Them
Learn to flavor vegetables so everyone will love them I like to think of myself as a foodie first and dietitian second. That means I never ever want to sacrifice flavor and enjoyment in the foods that I eat purely for the sake of health and nutrition. You should love what you eat, and…READ MORE - September 26, 2020
Turkey Chili With Butternut Squash and Apples Recipe
Try this Fall Recipe for Ground Turkey Butternut Squash Chili This turkey chili with butternut squash and apples recipe tastes like Fall in a bowl! A few members of our team have made this, to rave reviews. What a delicious way to use butternut squash and apples that are seasonal at this time of year.…READ MORE - September 23, 2020
How Does Less Sleep Affect Your Weight?
Why lack of sleep can cause weight gain and what to do about it Ever wondered how does sleep affect your weight? Read on as this article will help you understand the connection of sleep and weight. We see many clients that over time have put on a large amount of extra weight and begin…READ MORE - September 21, 2020
Backup healthy meal plans in a crunch
Healthy meal plans that fit on days you are swamped! Wondering what to do when you don’t have a plan or your schedule changes? You need a list of back-up healthy meal plans! In a best-case scenario, I would recommend booking some time in your calendar to plan meals for the week, make a grocery…READ MORE - September 19, 2020
Roasted Kabocha Squash
Wondering how to cook kabocha squash? Try this! This healthy simple recipe for roasted kabocha squash is an ideal way to enjoy seasonal fall vegetable. Kabocha squash (pronounce kah-bow-cha) is sometimes called a Japanese pumpkin. It has a deep green skin and orange flesh similar to pumpkin and like other winter squash like butternut…READ MORE - September 16, 2020
Self compassion: why kindness is key when you are trying to improve your health
How to build a resilient health zone during stressful times This guest post on self compassion and establishing your health zone is from Gillian Goerzen, BSc (kin), BCRPA PT, GF, YFL Self compassion can be hard for many people. Pretty much every day one of my clients reaches out because they’re on the…READ MORE - September 14, 2020
Healthy Lunch Ideas for Kids During COVID-19
Looking for simple healthy lunch ideas for school? Finding healthy lunch ideas for kids isn’t always easy. As many parents and childcare providers are back to packing lunches for kids, this year during COVID-19 we have some additional challenges to contend with. Most schools have banned the use of microwaves to reduce the number…READ MORE - September 9, 2020
How to Make Guacamole 5 Ways
Try our easy guacamole recipe and other variations! Looking for a recipe on how to make guacamole? We have a traditional easy guacamole recipe for you and some fun and tasty variations for your to try. Wondering if guacamole is healthy? You bet it is! Avocados contain heart healthy monounsaturated fats and are loaded…READ MORE - September 5, 2020
Grilled Red Snapper
Grilled Red Snapper Try this seasoning blend on ANY fish for the grill! This recipe courtesy of Eatingwell.com is great with red snapper but you can also use this seasoning on ANY fish. If you don’t like it spicy go with 1/2 the black pepper, skip the cayenne pepper and use plain paprika…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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