Are you looking to start the new year with a goal to eat better? And in your quest to eat better, did you head to the internet to do some research on the “best diet” for a healthy lifestyle?
How long did it take before you felt completely overwhelmed by all the recommended diets to follow? Read this blog to discover cut through the noise and discover what a dietitian can do for you.
If you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you may have read about the low FODMAP diet. Since 2006, research has shown that the FODMAP may be the #1 cause of the digestive symptoms of people living with the syndrome. There are other triggers to the symptoms of IBS and the FODMAP doesn’t always explain this all. In this article, we will review the FODMAP diet as well as other common IBS triggers.
READ MOREWe are a society that is struggling with digestive woes. From bloating, to gas, to indigestion, to functional disorders like IBS, optimizing our digestive health has been a big focus for many! Before you consider food sensitivity tests or elimination diets, learn the science behind some of these tests, and consider working with a dietitian instead. Read this blog to answer your most burning food sensitivity questions.
READ MOREDysphagia is defined as the difficulty to swallow, eat and drink as well as a wider range of decreased abilities. Certain tools can help foster safety and increased independence for individuals with Dysphagia. Don’t go through the journey alone – get support from a Dysphagia Dietitian.
READ MOREPCOS Supplements, Vitamins and Minerals Part 5 of a 5 part series to explore PCOS supplements and the best PCOS diet and nutrition tips (written by Teagan Evans, University of Alberta Student in the Nutrition and Food Science program at the University of Alberta and reviewed by our Health Stand Nutrition Dietitian Team). If you have been following our series on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) so far, you will have learned about the hormonal…
READ MORE3 Habit Hacks for Easier Nutrition Execution Before you skip over this article on healthy eating habits in favor of something more trendy in health and wellness please read on! In our virtual and in-person nutrition counseling practice, we see habits as one of the most important skills for our clients to master. When it…
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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
Testimonials displayed here have been condensed for length