Instead of focusing on habit changes and consistency with those changes to support our health, we become fixated on the number on the scale and it detracts from the holistic picture. As a Dietitian, here are the top ways to measure your health and progress with your diet and lifestyle habits (WITHOUT the weight scale!).
Read MoreThink of how often we are hit with weight-centred approaches to health. Body weight literally tells us how much our body weight is in total. But it tells us nothing about what’s ACTUALLY going on inside our body. So, why do we place so much emphasis on our body weight? Let's break down the science on why weight ISN'T a reliable indicator of health.
Read MoreInstead of succumbing to the “temptation of hibernation”, here's how you can adapt and thrive during the fall and winter months while also nurturing our gut health and fitness.
Read MoreLet’s talk about lectins, and why you shouldn’t fear them! Popular diets like paleo and Whole30, as well as books like the Plant Paradox claim that dietary lectins cause increased gut permeability and drive autoimmune diseases like arthritis and diabetes. There are a few big name influencers online who propose a lectin free diet as the key to good health and staving off disease.
Read MoreDo you deal with acid reflux or heartburn regularly? For today's post, we explain what reflux, GERD and heartburn actually are, common root causes, and natural strategies to help remedy the pain without medications.
Read MoreAre you looking for how to treat your IBS and wondering who can best support you in that journey? Here’s an honest low-down on why a specialized Dietitian (such as myself), should be a key part of your care team.
Read MoreIn this article we break down added vs natural sugars, how high intake of added sugars may negatively impact the gut-microbiome, and how to consider a balance of sugars in your diet to support a health gut-microbiome.
Read MoreIn this article, we will explore the reasons why partnering with a specialized IBS Dietitian is essential for a successful low-FODMAP journey.
Read MoreAmong the various factors that contribute to IBS symptoms developing, sleep disturbances and poor sleep hygiene are gaining increasing recognition. Let’s get into why sleep hygiene is crucial for managing IBS and optimal digestive health and natural steps to improve your sleep quality.
Read MoreIf you have IBS or suspected IBS, you likely feel a level of stress or fear when you think about eating out at a restaurant or away from home. Here are the top strategies as a Dietitian and IBS expert I recommend to keep in mind to prevent a flare-up and eat out confidently with IBS.
Read MoreBloating, gas, irregular bowels (constipation/diarrhea), early fullness with meals, nausea, and reflux are all symptoms of poor gut motility. Here's how to improve your gut motility for better digestion and managing IBS and SIBO.
Read MoreMaking food at home is both cost-effective and good for your health. Here are my top 5 ways to enhance the flavour of meals at home without scarifying nutrition, so that meal prepping is both healthy AND enjoyable.
Read MoreWhile it’s commonly thought that healthy eating is expensive, with a little strategy and planning it doesn't have to be. Here are my top tips and strategies for eating healthy on a tight budget.
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