Did you miss any of of our most popular posts of 2020? This year brought with it a lot of surprises – who knew we’d all have to find more ways to manage learning and working from home while maintaining a healthy diet? In no specific order here is a round up of some…
READ MOREDo I really need to drink 8 cups of water? This article on water needs was previously posted on Kate Chury’s blog Thinky Bites You’ve probably heard that you need to drink 8 cups (or 2 liters) of water each day. This isn’t exactly true. Considering the amount of times you’ve probably heard the ‘8…
READ MOREIs it worry or anxiety? What every parent needs to know. Guest post on kids mental health by Dr. Caroline Buzanko, Licensed Psychologist & Clinical Director of Koru Family Psychology. All kids worry at times. However, when they grow too big, worries can become overwhelming, exhausting, and debilitating. Anxiety is one of the…
READ MORE5 Facts About My Approach as an Eating Disorder Dietitian For anyone who struggles with disordered eating, an eating disorder such as anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder or ARFID (avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder), the idea of sitting down with an Eating Disorder Nutritionist can be daunting or even terrifying! Honestly, I am not everyone’s…
READ MOREWhy lack of sleep can cause weight gain and what to do about it Ever wondered how does sleep affect your weight? Read on as this article will help you understand the connection of sleep and weight. We see many clients that over time have put on a large amount of extra weight and begin…
READ MOREHealthy meal plans that fit on days you are swamped! Wondering what to do when you don’t have a plan or your schedule changes? You need a list of back-up healthy meal plans! In a best-case scenario, I would recommend booking some time in your calendar to plan meals for the week, make a grocery…
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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
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