What is safe? There have been plenty of negative discussions about sugar in the media, documentary films as well as consultations by groups such as the World Health Organization and Health Canada’s recent proposed food label changes. Here are some things you need to know:
READ MOREWhen I first graduated I was naive and unprepared for the level of disordered eating that I would eventually see daily in my practice. I’ve learned lots from psychologists, my clients and spending time reading about anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder and other aspects of disordered eating. I wanted to share with you some of…
READ MOREListen to my podcast to find out how important fibre is for your health: Fibre – How to Get Enough of a Good Thing Our friend “Fibre” comes in many forms, including whole grains, brown rice, nuts, berries, fruits, vegetables, and legumes (beans, lentils and split peas). While we all know that fibre keeps us…
READ MOREDiarrhea is a common issue but the good news is, there are some key nutrition strategies that can help you manage symptoms easier. Read my interview from the Huffington Post that discusses which foods to eat for diarrhea and what to avoid: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2014/07/25/foods-for-diarrhea_n_5607089.html
READ MOREWhat is diabetes? Type 1 diabetes, which occurs most often in children and adolescents, occurs when the body is unable to make insulin. Insulin is a hormone that ensures your body can deal with blood sugar properly. By far the most common type of diabetes is Type 2 diabetes, in which the body does not…
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