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The Best Diet For 2020
People always ask me, “What do you think of paleo?” “Do you eat meat?” “What about Keto?” Basically they’re asking, “What’s the Best Diet?” This can be really frustrating for me – not that people are asking the question, but that after all these years, I don’t have a simple ‘one liner’ answer. We as humans like simple answers…. Think about it – there’s a lot to consider: Body type Dietary preferences & exclusions Budget Nutrition knowledge Time The best nutritionists don’t have a single nutrition philosophy. There are so many variables to consider which is clearly demonstrated…Read more …
Eat Cheese For Health…
As the Holiday Season slips into gear – I thought I’d share some Good News for you when it comes to what to eat and what to serve over the Holidays. The goods news is: Cheese can be healthy! Yup, you read that correctly – and I’m not just talking about cheese made out of cashews – I’m referring to what is probably the most delicious cheese available today…. Cheese can help boost life expectancy! Here’s some tips to make sure you’re doing it right: Nibbling NOT Gorging is important – cheese has a lot…Read more …
Dry January – Survival Tips
I don’t really believe in ‘New Year’s Resolutions’ but I do believe in doing a ‘cleanse’ every once in a while to give your body a little re-set to help…– Give your liver a much needed break – the master detoxification organ– Support gut health – mood boosting, hormone balancing, improving immune function – Boost Nutrient Status – improve memory, concentration & energyAvoiding that glass of wine while you prepare dinner or consuming a few beers or cocktails at the end of a long week can be hard but there are some strategies that can really help. Consuming alcohol comes very naturally…Read more …
Do You Need To Take Supplements?
As a nutritionist, I believe that food should be your primary source of nutrients, but when nutrient deficiencies occur supplementation helps to kick-start and restore the building blocks the body and brain need to boost energy and improve overall health. Many people feel that because they eat really well they shouldn’t have to take any supplements. And, perhaps this is true for you? I wish this were the case for all of us… Unfortunately, a lot of the food available today does not have the same nutrient content it once did. Poor soil, chemicals and pesticides used in growing practices…Read more …
What Is The Missing Link?
In our last Blog, “What Is Food?”, (click HERE to read) we discussed the importance of good quality food, and the importance of consuming all three macronutrients (Protein, Carbohydrates and Fats) to stay healthy and energized. In this issue we will take it to the next level and discover why food is so powerful when it comes to your health. For many of us it could be the “missing link”…After all, food is: Information A building block for the body Ammunition against disease Fuel How can food heal and energize… The body is constantly trying to heal itself, to maintain…Read more …
What Is Food?
This may seem like an overly simplistic question. We get hungry >> we eat, right? Well… it’s not really that simple. The bottom line is that the food we eat becomes our cells, our blood, our organs, and our bones, every single part of us. As well, the food we eat can help to lower inflammation, improve cognitive function and mood. So, why would we fuel our body with junk? I know the answer – because poor quality food is everywhere, it takes the least effort to prepare, it is designed to be addictive, and we’re bombarded with advertising!…Read more …
Boost Your Health With Blueberries!!
OMG! I Love Blueberries!! And, it’s Blueberry Season up here in Southern Ontario… According to the Wild Blueberry Association, there are twice the nutrients in wild blueberries compared to the cultivated (farmed) ones. In fact, studies state that wild blueberries have some of the highest antioxidant values of commonly consumed fresh fruits. Now if you have a chance to pick some – go for it! – otherwise you might want to break the bank and treat yourself to a small container 125 grams for about $6!! This is why… Some of the Many Health Benefits of…Read more …
Do You Have Adrenal Exhaustion?
Adrenal exhaustion is very common for mothers of special needs children, or for anyone who lives with chronic stress. I had a serious adrenal burnout about 10 years ago. This was before I became a nutritionist and I had no idea the damage I was doing to my body while trying to stay one step ahead of my 5 children, 2 with special needs. In times of stress, our bodies go on high alert and suddenly the simple things that create balance in our lives – like getting enough sleep – seem impossible. We “hit a wall” and crash into…Read more …
Five Cholesterol Myths and What to Eat Instead
You knew there was a bit of an over-emphasis (borderlining obsession) about cholesterol, right? Before we jump into some myths let’s make sure we’re on the same page when it comes to what exactly cholesterol is. Myth #1: “Cholesterol” is cholesterol While cholesterol is an actual molecule, what it is bound to while it’s floating through your blood is what’s more important than just how much of it there is overall. In fact, depending on what it’s combined with can have opposite effects on your arteries and heart. Yes, opposite! So cholesterol is just one component of a…Read more …