Walk into any grocery store recently and you’ll likely notice a huge trend- everything is sprouted or soaked. But what does sprouting and soaking really mean? And is it actually better for our health? And better yet, is it actually…
What You Didn’t Know About Plant-based Iron
Tell someone you’re following a plant-based diet, and they’re bound to ask you if you’re low in iron. The reality is that iron-deficiency anemia (aka low iron in the body that impacts your blood’s ability to carry oxygen) is the…
How to Get a Dietetic Internship
Whether you’re simply considering becoming a Registered Dietitian or well on your way in an accredited nutrition program, these tips will be helpful to you. I’m spilling everything I wish I knew about how to get a dietetic internship, in…
Canada’s New Food Guide: My Thoughts
Author: Lauren McNeill, RD MPH On January 22, 2019 Health Canada released its new Food Guide for the first time in 12 years. Canada’s new Food Guide takes on a more intuitive approach to eating, exchanging portion sizes in favour…
Meal Prep Like a Pro>> How to Meal Prep to Save Time
One of the biggest challenges many people face when trying to eat a more nutritious diet is time. Not enough time to grocery shop, not enough time to make three meals a day, not enough time to pack meals for…