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 MOREHow 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 MOREPicnic 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 MORECamping 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 MOREWhich is better, spinach or kale? Spinach Loaded with antioxidants that are good for overall preventative health of cardiovascular disease, cancer and eye health. Higher in iron Slightly higher in folate. Kale Fantastic nutrition powerhouse that is good for preventive health of cardiovascular disease and eye health. Higher in vitamin C Slightly higher in fibre,…
READ MOREAdding fresh herbs to your meals – all year round! Fresh herbs are a favorite among both chefs AND dietitians since they provide amazing fresh flavor and aroma and are also loaded with good nutrition (after all they are a plant!). Using fresh herbs often allows you to use less salt in your meals because…
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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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