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 have diabetes?” “Do I need to… [Read More]
We all want our children to grow up healthy and happy. Caring for them is our responsibility and although there is no such thing as perfect parenting, we can prioritize our efforts to help set them up for healthy behaviours when they are independent. Childhood obesity has become a growing concern with a 2016 study… [Read More]
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 FODMAP diet was developed by researchers at Monash University, and it limits foods that have… [Read More]
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 with a round-up of the top 5 things YOU can… [Read More]
