Meet My Interns!
Here are my amazing interns for Fall! Megan and Kristen have been with me during previous terms, as well. Thanks so much for all of your hard work! Name: Megan Skinner School: University of Guelph Alumna ’10 Major: Honours Applied Human Nutrition Internship: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Graduate Dietetic Internship Hometown: Toronto, ON, Canada Favorite […]
10 Keys to Feeding a Family on a Budget
Whether your family has two kids or ten kids, grocery bills are adding up for all of us – especially if you’re trying to pick the healthier choices. The most important thing you have to remember is that if you’re trying to eat healthy, and you cannot afford to spend more money, you have to […]
10 Ways to Overcome Common Exercise Excuses
Doing exercise everyday is fun and rewarding. After gradually progressing to being more active you will feel more energized, empowered, happier, fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Regardless of these wonderful benefits, we still fall into the trap of all the excuses that hinder us from reaping the rewards of exercise! What are some […]
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Foodie Friday: Eggplant
Eggplants are funny looking. There aren’t that many vegetables that are purple – which makes the exotic color of eggplants quite special. Technically, eggplants are classified as a berry – and while eggplants’ numerous seeds are quite edible, they’re quite bitter if raw. When cooked, eggplants become tender and exude a rich flavor. Peeling the […]
Happy & Healthy Labor Day!
That’s right, you hear it here first. This Labor Day, make it a happy AND healthy one! And let me let you in on a little secret…it’s not as hard as it sounds. I have put together a list of some of the easiest ways to sneak in those fabulous nutrients into your extraordinary Labor […]
Egg Recall Update!
EGGS have become an important staple in our diet: a stabilizer in baked goods, an emulsifier in condiments, and of course, as a yummy breakfast food! In addition, they are a great source of protein and other important nutrients. So, it can be quite disturbing to hear there is a massive egg recall. Running to […]
Foodie Friday: Bananas
Did you know that there’s a “food holiday” almost every day of the whole year? Some of them are silly (National Food-on-a-stick Day?!), and some of them promote foods that I don’t think necessarily need more advertising (National Cheese Doodle Day?!), but some of them feature good old fruits and veggies! Friday August 27th is […]
7 Keys to Make Exercise a Habit
So, you’ve decided to start making exercise an important part of your life. First of all, good for you! It feels great to make your health a priority, doesn’t it? But it’s not always easy to start an exercise program, especially if you haven’t been active in a while. Or maybe you’ve simply gotten off […]
5 Ways to Jazz Up Your Smoothies
Smoothies are a wonderful way to pack in a lot of nutrients in a portable and convenient package, as well as being great options for post-workout nutrition when the right ingredients are included. I don’t know about you, but sometimes I can get into a smoothie “rut” where I end up making the same one […]
How to Successfully Make Changes to Lose Weight
Getting fit and losing weight requires making lifestyle and behavioral changes in both diet and exercise. Getting fit and losing weight, like buying a brand new car, is a decision one has to make. There are costs and benefits to every decision we make, so it is important to weigh the pros and cons of […]
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Foodie Friday: Fresh Picked Corn
Today, corn has been incorporated into the American diet in many ways. The use of high fructose corn syrup and other refined corn products are not beneficial to American’s health. However, fresh corn is a different story. Corn, like all other vegetables, is packed full of vital nutrients and phytochemicals. Fresh corn has high amounts […]
The Baby Food Diet: Is it for You?
No, you’re eyes aren’t fooling you. You have read the title correctly; I am talking about the baby food diet. This has recently gained popularity through the endorsement of several celebrities. But what exactly does this diet entail, and is it nutritionally sound for an adult? Actually, you can check out this article in the […]
Back to School Nutrition: Packing Healthy Lunches
Today, my kiddos already have their first day of school! Back to school time is a bittersweet time for us parents. While we’re a little relieved that the hectic pace of summer pool time, baseball/softball games and sleepovers are winding down, some of us have moments of sadness (and joy!) that we won’t have our […]
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Nutritionists Love Chocolate, Too!
There are a few things that come with the territory when you are a registered dietitian. First, when people are eating unhealthy in front of you, they feel justified to tell you why they are eating it. In reality, I’m not looking or judging what others are eating unless a client is coming to me […]
Alcohol: Your Calorie Guide to Drink and Still Lose Weight
In addition to drinking responsibly, why not take it to the next level and drink healthy? I’m not saying you have to avoid all alcohol, although in our book, I do recommend avoiding alcohol for the first 2 weeks to jumpstart your weight loss. Heck, I love enjoying a nice glass of vino myself but […]
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Foodie Friday: Grapefruit
The actual beginnings of the grapefruit are not clear; the best indications are that the tart fruit is a hybrid cross between the sweet orange and sour shaddock (a citrus fruit as well). However, there is no documentation of the intentional cross. Somehow, this fruit that so many people love to eat has evolved and […]
5 Meal Planning Tips
We all struggle with the time crunch during the week – between work, family, exercise, and often traffic it can be hard to find the time to put together healthy meals. A favorite tip of mine to help me deal with my family’s busy schedule is to take advantage of one day a week to […]
IDEA Conference in Los Angeles + Favorite Breakfast
Last week I attended to IDEA World Expo in Los Angeles which is the biggest fitness expo in the World! It was so much fun hearing about the latest and greatest in fitness, connecting with some friends, and meeting some wonderful new people during my book signing for The All-Pro Diet at The National Honey […]
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Foodie Friday: Pineapple
Pineapples are delicious tropical fruits that are especially fun to eat in the summer. In fact, they are my 9 year-old daughter’s favorite ingredient for her custom made smoothies! I definitely recommend eating fresh pineapple whenever possible. Pineapple is often uses in desserts, salads, and mixed fruit. Pineapples are a bromeliad fruit, which means that […]
Pregnancy Nutrition
Pregnancy is a time when women need to be especially aware of the nutrients they are putting in their bodies. The fetus is 100% dependent on the mother for good nutrition; a healthy diet during gestation is essential for the development of a healthy baby. Every nutrient plays an important role in the developing fetus’s […]
