8 foods that fight hunger
8 foods that fight hunger If you feel like you need to eat a snack after finishing a meal, consider adding beans (or lentils) to that meal. According to a…
10 fat traps that may be lurking in your house
10 fat traps that may be lurking in your house If you're trying to shed a few pounds, it's only natural to consider what you eat and how much you…
Before changing your diet, chew carefully on health news
Before changing your diet, chew carefully on health news It’s impossible to ignore health news. Whether you read the paper, watch the news, scan…
Tips to cut calories and salt when dining out
Tips to cut calories and salt when dining out If you're trying to control your weight, frequent restaurant meals are usually the first to be…
7 strategies to maintain a weight loss
7 strategies to maintain a weight loss Let's face it. Losing weight isn't the hard part. Many of us can lose weight in the short term by…
Six tips to choosing healthy snacks
Six tips to choosing healthy snacks If you like to snack, you're not alone. According to one survey, snacking is on the rise among Canadians. And for many…
“Gluten-free” doesn’t mean it’s better for you
“Gluten-free” doesn’t mean it’s better for you If you’ve given up gluten, you could be doing your diet – and your body – a…
Should you worry about eating too much fruit?
Should you worry about eating too much fruit? Lately, I've been bombarded by questions about fruit. Is fruit good for me? What about the…
Thirsty? Tips to make wise beverage choices
Thirsty? Tips to make wise beverage choices It's a question I'm often asked by calorie-conscious clients in my private practice: what can I drink…
Nutrition myths that won't quit
Nutrition myths that won't quit Avoid baby carrots. Drink eight glasses of water each day. Load up on protein after a workout. Stay away from bread. We get a…