Mummy, why do we need to eat?

My journey into the blogging world started with my then five year old child using every delay tactic in the book to delay bedtime.  Her latest - “But Mummy, why do we have to eat?”  Smart girl; she knows as a Registered Dietitian and a foodie I will always take the opportunity to discuss food …

Common misconceptions about healthy eating

During my career as a Registered Dietitian, I have come across many misconceptions about healthy eating. Listed below are a few of the most common misconceptions I continue to hear. Misconception #1 - There are good and bad foods There are no “good” or “bad” foods. The only reasons not to eat a specific food …

Nutrition Month 2021

March is Nutrition Month and this year’s theme is “Good for you! Dietitians help you find your Healthy”.   A healthy lifestyle that includes healthy eating looks different for everyone. What is “Good for you” is different than what may be good for someone else based on your individual nutritional needs, personal circumstances, personal preferences …

High fibre coconut berry breakfast bowl

(Estimated based on use of oat milk and blueberry-raspberry mix – 350 calories, 8.5 grams protein, 4.6 grams omega 3 fats and 10.8 grams of fibre) Some mornings when I feel like I nutritious boost, I quickly mix up this high fibre, coconut berry breakfast bowl. Not only is it high in fibre, omega 3s …

One pan roast lamb chops with mushrooms and peppers

Preparation time: 35 minutes (including marinating time) Cooking time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 1.0kg (2.2 lbs) fresh lamb loin chops (about 6-8 chops) 3 tbsp olive oil 1 bell pepper sliced (any preferred colour) 2 cups mushrooms sliced into approximately 1 inch pieces 2 tbsp lemon juice or orange juice 1-2 tbsp minced garlic 1 tbsp …

Unsaturated “Omega” fats 101

The idea of healthy and not healthy (or good and bad) foods is a concept that I struggle with. My position is that with moderation and balance all foods can be included in a healthy diet. When it comes to fat and types of fats, science has shown us that there are some types of …

Why do we need fats?

If you have read any of my previous posts, you know that I believe in moderation as part of a healthy balanced diet, focusing on whole foods and limiting processed foods where possible. I do, however, feel that all different types of food including foods high in fat can be part of a healthy diet. …

Homemade Pumpkin Marmalade

Every Halloween as a child when my family was for carving our pumpkins, we would save some of the scrapings to make pumpkin marmalade.  This is a tradition I continue with my family. While my husband and daughter are carving I prepare the pumpkin scrapings.  There are a few different versions of pumpkin marmalade available, …

Newfoundland tea buns made two ways

Growing up in a small town in Newfoundland, I lived within a km of both of my grandparents, so I would visit them often. On my Nans' kitchen tables, I would often find fresh bread, pies, capelin and sweet tea buns. When I was preparing to move to Ontario for university, one of my Nans …

Homemade Chili

(Makes ~16 1.5cup (375ml) servings - Estimated based on 375ml portion using beef: 375 calories, 30g protein, 9g fibre) Preparation time: 20-30 minutes Cooking time: 90-120 minutes Ingredients: 1.5kg (3.3 lbs) lean ground beef or ground turkey 1 medium onion chopped 2 bell peppers (any preferred colour) chopped 3 cups mushrooms chopped 1 x 540ml …

Protein powder: Finding the right one and how to use it

Wherever possible, it is best to get your protein from food sources. Sometimes it may not be possible to do so. In those cases is can be a perfectly appropriate and healthy option to use some form of protein powder. With so many options, the most difficult part for some can be deciding which protein …