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Inside: Looking for a relaxing vacation in a gorgeous locale? We spent spring break in Grand Cayman on the East End with our teen. Here’s our day-to-day itinerary. Overlooking the beach bar where we had lunch every day. Years ago, my husband and I vowed to take a family vacation every year to build memories…
What can shift workers do to moderate the adverse effects of circadian rhythm disruption? Shift workers may have higher rates of death from heart disease, stroke, diabetes, dementia, and cardiovascular disease, as well as higher rates of death from cancer. Graveyard shift, indeed! But, is it just because they’re eating out of vending machines or…
Cat Gieser is a yoga/mat pilates instructor, certified postpartum corrective exercise specialist, Certified Nutrition Consultant, and founder of Mama Flow Studio. Mama Flow is a virtual yoga and sculpt studio designed to help moms have an empowering pregnancy, a more positive birth experience and a smoother postpartum recovery. Cat utilizes a unique approach to perinatal…
19 May The Link Between Dairy’s Nutrients and ImmunityThis post is in collaboration with National Dairy Council. All opinions are my own.Due to the pandemic, there has been increased concern on keeping your immune system healthy. Many folks have turned to supplements or other methods to try to boost their immune system, but many often…
Migraine is one of the most common and rapidly growing neurological disorders globally with emerging data suggesting that over a billion people each year are affected. Multi-faceted in nature, there is no one size fits all solution for migraine sufferers but there certainly is growing interest around the role that food and nutrition might play…
As a pediatric dietitian, food safety for moms-to-be is my specialty. As you navigate this exciting time, it’s important to pay close attention to nutrition. In this guide, you’ll find a list of 10+ foods to avoid while pregnant (plus an explanation why), as well as my expert tips on the best foods to eat…
Nutrition Tips To Boost Academic Performance By: Samra Sana, B.A.Sc Honours, Major in Applied Human Nutrition (Area of Emphasis: Dietetics), JM Nutrition Team of registered dietitians and nutritionists In Nutrition Tips to Boost Academic Performance, dietetic student Samra Sana along with our team of registered dietitians and nutritionists provide a number of practical nutrition…
Oranges are abundant in Vitamin CVitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is an essential micronutrient. This means our bodies can not make it and we must obtain it from food or supplements. Vitamin C has many roles in keeping our bodies healthy:it acts as an antioxidant,helps with the formation of collagen,aids in iron absorption,…
In the realm of modern medicine, where complexities often veil the simplicity of underlying truths, a revolutionary concept is emerging – one that challenges the conventional boundaries between physical and mental health. As we delve deeper into the intricate workings of the human body, a profound revelation is surfacing: the undeniable link between metabolism and…
One of my favorite ways to prepare vegetables is to roast them, that’s why you roast beets and potatoes with carrots for a great side veggie. All you need is 10 minutes prep and 40 minutes hands-off cooking time. [This roast beets and potatoes recipe was originally posted in November 2017. It has been updated…
