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Top Healthy Eating Blogs from our Dietitian Team
- June 15, 2019
Grilled Cilantro-Lime Fish with Mangos Recipe
Healthy Summer Fish Recipe for the Grill! This is a simple fresh recipe that is perfect for a summer barbecue! Serve with a large tossed green salad and whole grain garlic toast or rice to complete the meal. Makes 4 servings What You Need: 4 red snapper fish fillets (about 5 ounces each) or any…READ MORE - June 12, 2019
How to Work on Inner Personal Growth (If You Don’t Have Time to Read Books)
Dietitian Calgary Advice: Why Audiobooks Are Awesome By Lindsay Rieger (Dietitian Calgary and Online Nutritionist): Whether it’s from your doctor, a therapist, a teacher or countless internet sources, it seems that we are constantly being encouraged to work on inner personal growth. Truth be told, I too am constantly encouraging clients to do just that.…READ MORE - June 10, 2019
Plant-Based Power: 10 Ways to Top a Veggie Burger
Dietitian Calgary vegetarian meal planning that even the toughest plant-based skeptic will love! This post is sponsored by my client MorningStar Farms. MorningStar Farms Veggie Burgers (the #1 veggie burger in the USA) are now available in Canada in the freezer aisle of major grocery stores in three delicious flavors: Harvest Veggie, Spicy Black Bean…READ MORE - June 5, 2019
My Top 5 Foods for Hiking Fuel
Top Sports Dietitian Food Ideas for Outdoor Adventures By Calgary Sports Nutritionist and Athlete Dietitian Jana Spindler Hiking Season is upon us! And I for one am excited to get out there and explore some of the many hikes I have yet to do. Since moving to Alberta, I have developed a passion for exploring…READ MORE - June 1, 2019
Jerk Pork Burgers
Calgary Dietitian Lean Yummy Burger Recipe! Looking for a different style of burgers? Your taste buds will sing when you try these amazing lean pork burgers! Used with permission from www.putporkonyourfork.com. Makes 4 Burgers What you need: 1 lb (500 g) lean ground Canadian Pork 1 egg, beaten 1/4 cup (50 ml) bread crumbs 1…READ MORE - May 29, 2019
Kids Nutrition Adventures in the Produce Aisle by a Mom Dietitian
How to Get Kids Interested in Fruits and Veggies By Calgary Registered Dietitian / Online Nutritionist Kate Chury One of my favourite mom dietitian things to do with my kids when grocery shopping is to let them pick out a new (or new-to-them) fruit or veggie (it usually ends up being a fruit). While I’d…READ MORE - May 27, 2019
Help for Bingeing and Binge Eating Disorder
Calgary Dietitian / Online Nutritionist Support for Overeating and Bingeing Issues In our Calgary Dietitian / Online Nutritionist practice, we commonly support clients struggling with bingeing issues as well as binge eating disorder. Binge eating or eating in an uncontrolled way can happen to anyone at any age, gender or weight. Everyone eats emotionally sometimes…READ MORE - May 25, 2019
Balsamic Strawberry Asparagus Salad Recipe
Fresh Spring & Summer Salad Recipe from our Dietitian Calgary Office This easy balsamic strawberry asparagus salad recipe takes advantage of fresh seasonal produce, as well as using the BBQ to roast the asparagus. With a drizzle of balsamic reduction, and fresh basil, this side dish is a great blend of spring or summer flavours. …READ MORE - May 11, 2019
Dilled Lemony Rice Recipe
This rice recipe with lemon and dill makes a great side dish This fragrant dilled lemony rice recipe is a great accompaniment to just about anything! Serve with your favorite grilled fish, meat, poultry or tofu alongside steamed veggies and a tossed green salad for a balanced meal. Makes 8 servings What you need: 1…READ MORE - May 8, 2019
How to Keep Lunch Meal Prep Super Simple
By Jana Spindler (Online Nutrition Counseling, Calgary Dietitian & Sports Nutritionist) The Lunch Challenge: My Solution: Mix & Match Meal Prep Step 1 – Choose 2-3 proteins for the week I will make usually 3 portions of 2 types of protein for my lunches so I have variety day to day. If I have more…READ MORE Next page
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