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Eggs 101
As a dietitian, I get a lot of questions about eggs. Is it ok to have an egg a day? Are brown eggs healthier than white eggs ? Eggs are moving up the health chain. What was once thought to be a no no is no longer the case. Recent research suggests eating eggs can […]
Our One A Day Treat Rule
In our house, we have a “one treat a day rule” where we will indulge in a little treat. You must be thinking what kind of a dietitian let’s her kid have treats on a daily basis. It’s not as bad as you think, I promise. Let me explain. My eating philosophy is simple, eat […]
Moist Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies
The other day I was asked if I had a weakness? I didn’t have to hesitate…. Chocolate. My love for chocolate has grown with two pregnancies. Luckily for me, my preference for dark chocolate has grown as well. I saw a beet brownie recipe in Home and Style Magazine and was intrigued. After a few […]
5 Tips to Get Kids to Eat Vegetables
When it comes to healthy eating most kids (and adults) are not meeting their daily vegetable intake. Vegetables are full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fibre. As dietitian’s we recommend consuming more vegetables on daily basis in comparison any of the other food groups. Most babies are curious enough to try new foods but when […]
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