Where 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…
READ MOREEating Disorders Eating disorders include many types of disordered eating patterns. Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder are three types of eating disorders: What is Anorexia? People with Anorexia Nervosa either consistently restrict food or restrict and then binge and purge. Signs and symptoms may include: Intense fear of gaining weight or becoming…
READ MOREHere are some quick and easy tips to squeeze into your holiday chaos! Remember, small changes can create super-sized results! By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. Pack a water bottle when you are Christmas shopping/running errands Pack a healthy snack when you are Christmas shopping/running errands (e.g. trail mix, piece of fruit) Don’t arrive…
READ MOREClick here to read about Food pesticides (Health Canada) and Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce (Environmental working group)
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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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