Prediabetes and Type 2 Diabetes Prevention
Author, Nesrine Cheikh, RD My doctor told me I have high blood sugars: So what now? So you’ve gone for your regular doctor’s visit or physical and your doctor tells you that you have elevated blood sugars. You may be wondering “what does that mean?”. “Does this mean I...
Low FODMAP Diet and IBS: Here is what you need to know
What are FODMAPS and what is the low FODMAP diet? FODMAPS are a group of short-chain carbohydrates (fibres and sugars) that are not absorbed properly in the gut. The acronym stands for fermentable, oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols. The low...
Nutrition Wellness at Work – 5 Tips for Every Employee!
Do you have time for self-care at work? Maybe it’s you, maybe it’s the environment, but at the end of the day, many of us leave work feeling stressed, heavy and burnt out. If your workplace hasn’t already invested in employee wellness programs, I’m here...
Sugar vs. Sweetener: The sweet science behind sugar and alternatives
Author: Nesrine Cheikh, Registered Dietitian Is sugar the cause of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and dementia? Does switching to artificial sweeteners, like Splenda or Aspartame give you sweet taste without the negative health...