November is Diabetes Month Listen here: Chances are you know someone with diabetes. The Canadian Diabetes Association estimates there are currently 11 million Canadians living with diabetes or prediabetes. This number is also expected to rise over the next decade. Diabetes is a disease in which the body either can’t make the hormone insulin…
READ MORERecipe created by Stephanie Clairmont, MHSc, RD at The Clairmont Digestive Clinic courtesy of Udi’s Gluten Free. Find her website here www.stephanieclairmont.com Looking for some lunch box inspiration? These delicious and easy to prepare, gluten free Hawaiian Whole Grain Pizza Fingers are sure to be a back-to-school favourite for both you and your family. Fill…
READ MOREGood nutrition can guard against osteoporosis Bone loss is often called the silent thief, as it can occur without any symptoms. With osteoporosis, bones become thin, porous and more likely to break – especially the hip, spine and wrists. Osteoporosis Canada reports that such bone fractures are more common than heart attack, stroke and breast…
READ MOREIf you work in the health, fitness, food, grocery, agricultural or restaurant industry, nutrition trends are one of the key areas you need to keep up with. Here are three of the top trends that you need to understand to continue to create solutions for your customers in 2016 and beyond: …READ MORE
READ MOREIf you have IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and are experiencing digestive symptoms such as constipation, diarrhea, abdominal cramping or gas you are not alone. You may have heard about some of the new research being done on what is known as the FODMAP diet as a potential treatment for IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). …READ MORE
READ MOREThere has been recent media hype regarding cancer risk and processed meats (like deli meat, sausage and bacon) as well as red meat (such as beef, pork and lamb). If you enjoy red meat (as I do), be mindful of your portion sizes and mix up what you eat throughout the week. Include some plant-based proteins, …READ MORE
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