My son was born unexpectedly at 35 weeks’ gestation on April 11th, 2018. I know just how difficult those first few weeks postpartum can be. Whether you experienced a vaginal delivery, a...
I had to laugh the other day because I saw an ad for a local fundraiser titled, "Low Carb BBQ". Um yeah, I thought to myself, "I'll bring the buns and the potato salad!", which brought me to this...
Whether you're new to plant-based eating or an experienced vegetarian, you're going to love these chickpea cakes. It took some work to create a cake/pattie that was crispy but not deep fried. Chick...
Okay, what kid (or adult for that matter), doesn't love chicken nuggets?! This family-friendly recipe is so easy to make, AND it keeps the nutritional value strong. The prep time is about 10-15...
March is Dietitians of Canada Nutrition Month and this year’s campaign is dedicated to 'Unlock the Potential of Food'. Food has the potential to fuel, discover, prevent, heal, and bring us...
I have FINALLY put this recipe onto paper. It's one that my husband and I will make a few times a year and we always love it. While many of our dishes are vegetarian, we also eat meat and fish. This...
Step up your Meatless Monday game with this easy, Mexi-spiced soup. This meal can be ready to eat in under 30 minutes yet contains loads of nutrients such as iron, zinc, magnesium, folate, potassium,...
Although I do not eat a vegan diet 100% of the time, as someone who eats a very flexible diet pattern I do enjoy a lot of vegan alternative foods and meals. And as a dietitian who supports...
Add a little taste of summer to your smoothie! Canned California Clingstone Peaches are an affordable, convenient, and nutrient dense fruit to add to your winter grocery list. Aside from peaches,...
We are well into winter here in the prairies and with it, we say goodbye to all the fresh produce of the Summer and Fall seasons, including fresh Canadian peaches. Although Canada doesn’t have...
Ingredients 1/3 cup rolled or quick oats 1 tbsp chia seeds 1 cup unsweetened organic soy milk 1 teaspoon unsweetened coconut flakes Dash of cinnamon 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt Canned...
To add to the theme of healthier holiday beverages, along with my Mulled Wine Mocktail and Festive Fruit & Mint Punch, this vegan-friendly hot cocoa is also lower in sugar and calories but...
With the festive season upon us, many of our clients are eager to maintain their nutrition and wellness goals, while still participating in parties and events with coworkers, family and...
These roasted nuts make an easy, winter party snack AND being full of mono-unsaturated fats, vitamin E, magnesium, protein, iron, and fibre - they're good for you! Easy to put together on the fly,...
With the holiday season upon us, all the fun holiday cocktails start to pop up too! My favourites being: spiced rum and eggnog, Irish Cream hot cocoa, mulled wine, and gin punch. But THIS year, I'm...
As we prepare for another winter, be sure to star this comfort food for that snowy, nose-in-a-book, Sunday afternoon. It is no surprise to anyone that macaroni and cheese is rich (in other words,...