Do you or someone you love have diabetes or are worried about it?
I received such an overwhelming response with my recent blog post on how to know if your blood sugar is out of whack that I decided to create a follow-up, focusing on how to feed diabetes.
Most people recognize the importance of managing blood sugar levels but often fall short when trying to manage it themselves. So this week, let me help.
Read on to discover a nutritionist’s guide on feeding diabetes.
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Is your child a finicky eater?
Have you ever wondered if there was something you could to do to help your child learn and function better?
If so, you’ve come to the right place! This week, I’d like to share an article with you that I wrote for Nature’s Fare Markets. It appeared in the September/October edition of their magazine - The Good Life. Packed with important information about child’s brain health and development, I also wanted to share the article with you.
So keep reading to discover how you can help support your child’s brain health with the right supplements.
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Are you looking to make the most out of what summer we have left?
Are you always on the hunt for a healthy (yet delicious) salad recipe to feed your family that also supports proper brain health?
Well, look no further than this summer salad recipe!
In fact, the recipe I have for you today is super delicious and nutritious! It uses several ingredients that have multiple health benefits - and when you combine them all together… well, let’s just say it doesn’t get much better than this!
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This week, I’d like to share something a little different with you.
Most of the time, I provide educational content that helps people live their best lives. Sometimes, I even interview people and share their experiences. But this time around, I was the one being interviewed!
In light of the fact that many people are new to my channel or may have just recently discovered my blog, I thought I’d share this interview with you, which includes a little about me.
This excerpt comes from my recent interview with Krystian Shaw, publisher and owner of the Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter. If you haven’t heard of it, I suggest you give you a look.
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Do any of these sound familiar?
You constantly crave sugary foods
You have a hard time sleeping through the night
You have difficulty staying focused or concentrating
You get super irritable if you miss a meal
You feel better after eating
You cannot lose weight, no matter how hard you try
You get tired for no reason and often feel sluggish
You have an insatiable thirst and have to use the bathroom a lot
If this sounds like you, you definitely need to read this week’s blog post!
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Summer is typically a time of the year to look forward to - for travel, for excitement, for new adventures. Yet this year, our focus will likely be much different than in years past.
This year has been tough on everyone everywhere around the world. We have seen and experienced things unlike anything we’ve encountered in our lifetime.
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Did you know those bad moods can lead to bad eating habits, and that bad eating habits can also lead to bad moods? Are you in need of a mood boost? Many of us are! Read this week’s blog to discover how food impacts our mood and what you can do about it.
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No matter how well you take care of yourself and your brain, the reality is that anyone can suffer from a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) at any time. TBIs do not discriminate against gender, age, race, or health status.
For my husband Joe, it happened in a cycling accident.
For Maggie, whom I interviewed last week, it happened at a waterslide park.
For you, it may have been on a football field or hockey rink.
But regardless of how one may have sustained a TBI, the science is showing that proper nutrition following an acquisition can play a helpful role in TBI recovery.
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I am super excited to announce a special new series that I’m launching about life after a traumatic brain injury.
This week, I’d like to introduce you to Maggie Doucette.In celebration of June being Brain Injury Awareness month in Canada, Maggie of M.A.D. Digital Marketing sat down with me to share her personal story. We discussed what living with a brain injury is like and how her life has changed. She also offered her advice to others struggling with a TBI and had a special message for their friends and family members.
So be sure to read this week’s post to discover what Maggie had to say!
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Probiotics are getting more and more well-known for their health-promoting benefits. And the research showing the importance of our gut microbes is growing every day.
Did you know that what you eat feeds not only you, but your probiotics, too?
It’s true!
Those little “gut bugs” need to eat a healthful diet, just like you do. The good news is that the foods that are healthy for you are also healthy for them. And, because they’re microbes, they can digest foods that we can’t, like dietary fibre.
The foods that feed probiotics are called “prebiotics.” And this post is the 101 on what you need to know about both probiotics and prebiotics.
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Do you love pasta, crackers, white bread, ice cream, and donuts?
Do you enjoy a morning bowl of breakfast cereal?
Do you love deep fried foods or anything from fast food restaurants?
Most of us do, but here’s the real question… do you eat these foods regularly?
If so, you may be on the road the diabetes!
The good news is, you can stop diabetes from developing and reverse pre-diabetes! Let me show you how in this week’s blog where you’ll discover how to properly eat a pre-diabetic diet and reverse your path before it's too late.
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Do you ever feel so mentally exhausted that even regular daily chores or tasks seem impossible? Does it seem as though each task you undertake requires every single ounce of energy that you have? If you’ve suffered a concussion or traumatic brain injury, you are likely all too aware of these sensations. But even if you haven’t, these feelings may still sound all-too-familiar. If they do, you may be experiencing neurofatiuge.
Neurofatigue following a head injury or incident can make it hard to readjust to your daily life. Read this week’s blog to discover some tips for managing it and regaining control.
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Is it just me, or is “mindset” the new buzzword in the health & wellness sphere lately?
You may feel like there are so many things that can improve your health and wellness - and we are being bombarded by ideas from every angle.
But what if I told you there is one small yet powerful thing you can do to start improving your health? Changing your mindset!
Research shows that having a positive mindset about your health can have a positive influence over your actual physical health! The mind-body connection is real.
Setting your mindset in a positive direction can be very powerful. Discover how to access the power of your positive mindset in this week’s blog.
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With everything surrounding us including health concerns, financial woes, and news updates around the clock about COVID-19, it’s no wonder that many people are currently swimming in a sea of stress.
Though it is important to stay updated on the latest news and be aware of advisories and cautions as they are placed in effect, it’s just as important that we don’t make ourselves ill with a constant intake of media coverage - especially from the wrong source.
Instead, it’s wise to find a balance between staying informed and becoming all-consumed with the latest news. Try to fill your mind with positive thoughts, navigate each day one step at a time, and do whatever you can to take care of yourself and your loved ones.
Most of all, it’s important to be kind to yourself, take care of your mental health, and improve your mental hygiene.
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Stress? Did someone say stress?
Are you a stress eater?
When you’re surrounded by insurmountable stress and worry, do you find yourself reaching for sugar? (Insert hand raise here!) Have you ever wondered why that may be?
Read this week’s post to discover why your sugar cravings may be out of control right now and, more importantly, what you can do about it!
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