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Top Healthy Eating Blogs from our Dietitian Team
- July 28, 2018
Easy Shrimp, Orzo & Zucchini Recipe
An easy one-pot family friendly meal! Great for using up those zucchini and tomatoes in your backyard garden. Makes 6 servings Recipe originally appeared on Faithfull Eating What you need: 1 Tbsp avocado or olive oil ½ onion diced 3 cloves garlic 1 tsp oregano 1 small-medium zucchini sliced 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes…READ MORE - July 25, 2018
Healthier Ice Cream and Cold Treat Options
Delicious summer treat options for hot days On a hot summer day, I was happy to speak to 770 CHQR Radio about ice cream and other cold, frozen treats! LISTEN to Andrea on 770 CHQR My recipe for frozen yogurt: 2 cups of fresh berries 650g container of vanilla yogurt 1/4 cup sugar…READ MORE - July 23, 2018
The Dietitian As Your Copilot
We are thrilled to share this blog post from the newest member of the Health Stand Nutrition team – Kate Chury, RD. Kate’s bio can be found here: Kate Chury Bio Kate has over 10 years experience as a Registered Dietitian, in a wide range of areas, including a keen interest in functional gut disorders,…READ MORE - July 21, 2018
Frozen Yogurt Pops Recipe
Frozen Yogurt Pops Recipe This is less of a recipe, but rather a starting point for some delicious creativity! Use one type of fruit, use multiple types of fruit, mix in whole fruit or sliced fruit. Or maybe mix some natural peanut butter, or cocoa powder into some of your yogurt to create different flavours.…READ MORE - July 16, 2018
The reasons why you’ve hit a weight loss plateau
What to do if you can’t seem to lose weight despite your best efforts One of the areas that our nutrition counselling practice specializes in is helping our clients achieve their personal best weight. For some of our clients this involves weight loss and for others this involves weight maintenance and acceptance. You may have…READ MORE - July 11, 2018
Add fibre to your summer
How to sneak extra fibre into your picnic, camping trip, or BBQ High-fibre foods help regulate your blood sugar and keep you fuller longer. This gives you longer-lasting energy and can help curb the desire to graze on less healthy snack foods all day. Also, fibre helps with digestion and keeps everyone “regular”, which is…READ MORE - July 7, 2018
Grilled Chickpeas with Kale and Red Peppers Recipe
Speedy Vegetarian Grilling Recipe Makes 4 meal-sized portions This is a wonderful vegetarian meal for the BBQ. It is great for a speedy weekday supper meal and also works as a great leftover for lunch, or prepare it at home, and pack it to make while camping! This meal is not only loaded with flavour…READ MORE - July 4, 2018
Three Fabulous Fruits to Pack on a Picnic
Picnic Packing Tips Peaches This delicious fruit is a good source of potassium, vitamin C and fibre. To enjoy fresh, simply wash and bring whole or if cutting into wedges, add a bit of lemon juice to prevent the natural browning that occurs when exposed to air. Bring along peach preserves to spread on whole…READ MORE - July 2, 2018
Flavour and Fun!
Camping food gone healthy For many folks camping is a time to take a complete vacation from healthy eating and live off of hot dogs, chips and beer by the campfire. Fortunately, you don’t need to choose between health or taste to be a happy camper. With a little planning, you can really have it…READ MORE - June 30, 2018
Terrific Tuna and Tomato Salad Recipe
Terrific Tuna and Tomato Salad Recipe A perfect way to use summer-ripened tomatoes, this refreshing salad is versatile enough to enjoy for lunch, on a picnic, or dinner on the patio with family and friends. From the Dietitians of Canada Cookspiration App What you need: 2 pints grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise 2 stalks celery,…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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