Top 3 trends in the food, restaurant and grocery industry As both a foodie and Canada nutrition expert I’m always fascinated to read about what food and nutrition trends I can expect to see in the year ahead. Here is my summary of the top three food and nutrition trends. #1 Plant based…
READ MOREMany families are trying to find creative ways to use up their main holiday meal protein as well as other parts of the meal. Here are a few ideas to try to reduce food waste and keep leftovers inspiring with something new: Leftover turkey or ham can be diced into a soup, added to a…
READ MOREManaging food cravings and junk food Listen to Andrea Holwegner on Food Cravings: Craving sugar? Struggling to say no to potato chips and junk food? Find it hard to stop eating something enjoyable? These are common issues we see every day in our nutrition counselling practice. The good news is you never need…
READ MORE2017 is nearly over… pretty soon we’ll be reading about the top wellness trends in 2018! Earlier this year I reported on the top food trends for 2017 – social consciousness, personalization and simplification. The wellness trends are fueled by millennials; researchers say for millennials, wellness is a daily, active pursuit, and one they are…
READ MOREBeyond Candy, Halloween Food Ideas The colours orange and black are everywhere at Halloween. Why not create some themed dishes around these colours, in ways that go beyond candy or cookies? Make taco filling with diced sweet potato and black beans. Dice a sweet potato, and boil it until soft. Then mix with a drained…
READ MORENutrition Challenge! Just add pulses (aka chickpeas, lentils, dry peas and beans) This segment is sponsored by Pulse Canada http://pulses.org With summer holidays coming to a close and kids getting ready to head back to school, now is the ideal time to refocus our efforts on healthy meal planning routines. Making nutritious choices doesn’t have…
READ MORE
"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
Testimonials displayed here have been condensed for length