August 9, 2011
New concerns regarding food safety of kids lunches
Listen to my interview on CBC regarding new concerns regarding food safety of kids lunches here: http://www.cbc.ca/homestretch/episode/2011/08/08/bad-lunches/
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June 16, 2011
Mom, I want to be a vegetarian. What every parent needs to know.
The good news is that with a little planning you can ensure your vegetarian teenagers get the nourishment they need to grow and be healthy.
READ MOREMarch 31, 2011
Give your brain and body a boost: Nutritious diet and exercise can improve memory
Go Mediterranean. A diet rich in fish, omega-3 oils, fruit, vegetables and legumes lowers the risk of heart disease, certain cancers and diabetes. But it also goes a long way toward fighting age-related cognitive decline, says registered dietitian Andrea Holwegner of Calgary.
“Staying in line with this type of nutritional regime is good for your entire body, but particularly your brain since it’s rich in DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), a type of fat that contributes to the fluidity of brain cell membranes, allowing nutrients to pass in and out,” Holwegner says.
Because it’s full of omega oils that produce compounds to regulate blood, hormones and the immune system, the Mediterranean diet also impacts and improves long-term health.
READ MOREMarch 15, 2011
March is National Nutrition Month
Celebrate Food…from field to table! Here are 3 resources related to the 2011 national nutrition month theme “Celebrate Food…from field to table!” 1. Slow Food Did you know you have a wealth of small-scale growers, producers and ranchers who devote their lives to raising high quality food for our tables? Slow Food is an international…
READ MOREJanuary 30, 2011
MARATHON RUNNING: Too much fuel, or not enough: Both can be a problem for runners
Hydration for marathon runners is key for optimal performance.
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Top 10 nutrition and wellness resolutions for the new year
New Year’s Resolution Healthy Eating Guide By Andrea Holwegner BSc, RD for CBC News Online Thinking about making some nutrition and lifestyle changes for the new year? While all of us have unique areas we need to work on, I want to reflect on the most important moves you could consider making to protect your…
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