Stress or emotional eating is completely normal and natural. When we are in a state of stress, our adrenal glands release a hormone called cortisol which can increase the desire to eat. Keep reading to learn tips to guide you in times of high stress, anxiety, boredom, and other emotions which we all experience!
READ MOREAs the days get shorter and the winter season approaches, you may feel blue or in a slump, otherwise known as the winter blues. Keep reading for helpful tips to beat the winter blues and learn about the connection between physical activity and mental health from a Personal Fitness Trainer.
READ MOREDo you have young children and wonder if weight loss is safe for them? In this article, Dietitian and Family Nutrition Specialist, Daniela O’Brien, shares five key messages to help children attain healthy weights long term and also instill lifelong healthy habits and a positive relationship with food.
READ MOREDo you tend to view things through a negative lens, which then becomes an obstacle that prevents you from achieving your goal? Thinking errors are unhelpful thought patterns that can affect your feelings and actions. In this post, Mental Health Dietitian, Wan Xu, reviews 5 common thinking errors in the context of healthy eating and more.
READ MORELiving with type 2 diabetes and overwhelmed with information on managing your diabetes? In this article, Registered Dietitian, Shauna Kime shares 5 important things she has learned as a Diabetes Dietitian for type 2 diabetes that are sure to help you. Click here to learn more!
READ MOREAre you interested in nutrition as you move into your “golden years” or wondering about nutrition for seniors? Small, practical changes can make a difference in overall well-being of older adults. In this blog post, we will cover the importance of hydration, fibre, vitamin B12, and protein intake for seniors and older adults!
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