The New Year is here! This year try making a resolution that sets you up for success over the long term. Read on for tips to make sure your resolution sticks! Evaluate “why” you want to change You need to truly want to change in order for the change to be lasting. Many times people…
READ MOREHealth Canada initiated new food labelling laws in January 2003. With the nutrition information on food labels you will be able to: Compare products more easily Determine the nutritional value of foods Better manage special diets Increase or decrease your intake of a particular nutrient Nutrition facts, the list of ingredients and nutrition claims can…
READ MOREBy Lori-Jane Powell MSc One of the major challenges for many people is to find time to exercise and to keep fit over the holidays. This season, plan to have it all; by incorporating daily fun activities that you can do with family and friends. Choose activities that can be done by young and old,…
READ MOREWhere do food cravings come from? By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. Food cravings can sometimes be the body’s way of correcting a deficiency. Athletes for example that are depleted of glycogen (the storage form of carbohydrate in the muscle) will often be hungry and crave carbohydrates as the body attempts to restock…
READ MOREBy Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. While too many of us often think of “carbs” as the enemy, it’s time to make peace with carbs… especially those with fibre! Our friend “Fibre” comes in many forms, including whole grains, brown rice, nuts, berries, fruits, vegetables, and legumes (beans, lentils and split peas). While…
READ MOREHealthy foods come in all shapes and sizes and have different amounts of calories and nutrients. Because of this, Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide recommends different serving sizes for different kinds of foods. The Food Guide uses the term “Food Guide serving” to describe appropriate serving sizes for different foods from each of the…
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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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