As dietitians we are often asked, "How can we drink enough fluids". See what tips Sally Hur, our nutrition student, has to share. During the summer, I find myself craving cold, refreshing drinks to quench my thirst. You all may have heard once that staying hydrated is important and beneficial for our health. Well yes,… Continue reading Cold drinks on a hot day: Recipes
Author: Amy Phung, RD.
Being a dietitian has allowed me to promote healthy eating in various ways. As a dietitian working in prenatal health for over 10 years, I have been able to help women and their families explore new foods and incorporate them into their own recipes. I love trying new recipes and sharing my excitement about food with others.
The versatile sweet potato: Recipes
I don't know about you but when the weather is cold and the sky is gloomy, I tend to crave my comfort foods. Whether it’s a bowl of hot creamy soup, or a savory snack, sweet potatoes bring back many fond memories. A very versatile vegetable, you can mash, bake, roast or even puree. The… Continue reading The versatile sweet potato: Recipes
Unlock the potential of food!
Each year in March, Dietitians of Canada supports a Nutrition Month campaign to help Canadians connect with food in different ways. For 2018, the focus is on "Unlocking the Potential of Food to Fuel, Discover, Prevent, Heal and Bring us Together." I particularly like this year's theme. It is a good reminder that food has… Continue reading Unlock the potential of food!
Quick and easy holiday treats
The holiday season brings me back to some fond childhood memories. The smell of delicious goodies baking in the kitchen and the feeling of joy while eating them. For me the kitchen is the heart of a home. But that doesn’t mean you need to spend all your time there. During the holidays you want… Continue reading Quick and easy holiday treats
Savoury pumpkin recipes to try this Fall
When we think of fall, we think of cooler temperatures, leaves changing colour and of course pumpkins! Some of my favourite Fall colours are the deep reds, oranges and mustard yellows. These are also the colours of many fruits and vegetables in season at this time. Though pumpkins make wonderful decorations, we need to remember… Continue reading Savoury pumpkin recipes to try this Fall
Convenience foods: How to make them healthy
Many of my clients express that they are constantly thinking of what their next meal or snack will be but time to prepare a "healthy" meal is minimal. In an ideal world, we would all have time to buy ingredients from farmers markets and make all our meals from scratch. However the reality is, time… Continue reading Convenience foods: How to make them healthy
No time to eat? Here’s 3 healthy on-the-go snacks
During pregnancy we are told to eat small meals every 2-3 hours. How can we meet this goal if we are running from appointment to appointment? Answer: Carry nutritious snacks when on the go! Let's face it, how many of you have heard that familiar rumbling sound, looked in your bag, only to find an… Continue reading No time to eat? Here’s 3 healthy on-the-go snacks