7 snacks for a healthier body
The key to healthy snacking is finding a convenient combination of fibre, protein and a touch of heart healthy fat that amounts to about 200 calories. This combination has been shown to slow digestion,...
View ArticleThe truth about eating disorders
In Canada, it’s National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (in the U.S., it’s February 24-March 2), a time dedicated by many volunteers to increase awareness of these disorders with the hopes of...
View ArticleAre you getting enough Vitamin D?
Known as the sunlight vitamin, Vitamin D is hard to come by during the winter months. Very few foods naturally contain high levels of Vitamin D, and with cold weather at its peak, getting outside and...
View Article5 ways to make healthier pancakes
February 12 is known as “Mardi Gras,” “Shrove Tuesday,” “Fat Tuesday,” or my personal favourite, “Pancake Tuesday.” As the day before Ash Wednesday (the first day of Lent in the Christian calendar), it...
View ArticleHow to enjoy family meal time
Family meal time doesn’t have to be a thing of the past. Research has shown it improves family bonds and helps children learn about healthy food and eating, plus it’s a great time to teach table...
View ArticleCounting calories may be flawed, but still useful
Does counting calories matter? Absolutely. Does it tell the entire story of having a nutritious diet and/or a sustained healthy weight? Absolutely not. A recent article from ScienceNOW criticizes the...
View ArticleIs coconut oil actually healthy?
To celebrate Nutrition Month, we’re launching a new blog topic called Ask An RD. Want your question answered? Send it to us via the form at the end of this post. Our first subject: Is coconut oil...
View Article5 healthy foods that aren’t that healthy
Due to the extreme success of marketing, many foods that are not nutritionally sound have gained healthy reputations. Here’s the top five “healthy” foods that aren’t really that good for us. 1. Juice...
View ArticleWhat kind of protein powder should I buy?
Ask a RD: What kind of protein powder should I buy? Protein powder is a supplement that most people are convinced that they need likely due to major marketing success of health food companies. The 2010...
View ArticleWhy dietitians are the perfect nutrition coaches
These days, it seems like anyone who has lost weight or overcome another health hurdle can use the title of nutrition and/or weight management coach. At Enthrive, we employ Registered Dietitians...
View ArticlePotential Side Effects of Nutrition Therapy for Weight Loss
Like many people, I would jump for joy if there was a safe, effective pill for weight loss. Imagine if you could eat what and how much you want, take the pill and watch body fat melt away. Sounds...
View ArticleMeet our Dietitians: Krista McLellan, RD
Our dietitians often receive questions about their personal nutrition, so we’re launching a new blog topic called Dietitian Spotlight. Want to know how we practice what we preach? Send us your...
View ArticleFeeling SAD this time of year?
Have you felt like you’re in slump lately? You’re not alone. Changes in season, temperature and time can affect your energy, mood and nutrition. The best way to combat this is to equip yourself with...
View ArticleMeet our Dietitians: Cali Guttman, RD
We launched our new topic Dietitian Spotlight a few weeks ago to some great feedback but we want to hear more! Want to know how we practice what we preach? Send us your questions via the form at the...
View ArticleMeet our Dietitians: Sarah Awwad, RD
Our blog topic Dietitian Spotlight aims to share how our dietitian’s professional background and personal experiences makes working with each one of them a unique and rewarding experience. Want to...
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