We are a society that is struggling with digestive woes. From bloating, to gas, to indigestion, to functional disorders like IBS, optimizing our digestive health has been a big focus for many! Before you consider food sensitivity tests or elimination diets, learn the science behind some of these tests, and consider working with a dietitian instead. Read this blog to answer your most burning food sensitivity questions.
READ MOREDysphagia 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 MORE3 Habit Hacks for Easier Nutrition Execution Before you skip over this article on healthy eating habits in favor of something more trendy in health and wellness please read on! In our virtual and in-person nutrition counseling practice, we see habits as one of the most important skills for our clients to master. When it…
READ MOREThe best exercise equipment (and only a few people use it correctly?) Guest Post By Tim Borys CEO, FRESH! Wellness Group As a fitness professional, I get asked A LOT by people what the best exercise or best piece of fitness equipment is. After I resist the strong urge to scream (seriously…it’s THAT many times), I calmly explain that…
READ MOREAdvice from a Dietitian who is also Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome Looking for a Dietitian for IBS? If you are, chances are you may have also heard about the low FODMAP diet and are a bit overwhelmed about what to eat to best manage your symptoms. To be honest, I don’t like to use the…
READ MOREHow to get enough calcium if you have a dairy allergy or don’t consume milk As a Registered Dietitian, I have noticed that many of my clients, and more specifically my Asian clients, avoid milk products as they have a lactose intolerance or just didn’t grow up eating many dairy foods. In fact, lactose intolerance occurs more often in people of Asian, African, South American, and indigenous peoples than among people of European…
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"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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