by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Sep 27, 2023 | Micronutrient Monday, Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements
Minerals play many important roles throughout your body, from building your bones and transmitting nerve signals to balancing electrolytes and regulating your heartbeat.
A deficiency in any one of them can lead to serious health problems
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Jul 28, 2023 | IBS
Gut health and sleep quality have a complex relationship. Not only does your gut health affect your sleep quality, but your sleep quality also affects your gut health.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Jul 21, 2023 | IBS
regular exercise plays an important role in managing your IBS. Exercises can help, improve bowel movements and digestion, boost the immune system, and enhance overall well-being.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Jul 5, 2023 | Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements
Minerals are essential nutrients that your body needs to function properly. They play important roles in many bodily functions, including building strong bones, and transmitting nerve signals.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | May 29, 2023 | IBS
In addition to avoiding trigger foods in your IBS-friendly diet, it can also be beneficial to include prebiotics and probiotics for relief of GI symptom.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Apr 25, 2023 | Micronutrient Monday, Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements
Many people assume that plant-based diets don’t provide enough protein to meet daily requirements. However, many studies have debunked this popular myth.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Apr 18, 2023 | IBS
If you’re experiencing gastrointestinal issues, it can be difficult to determine whether you have IBS or another condition.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Mar 16, 2023 | IBS
Are you someone who loves spicy foods but suffers from IBS? If so, you may have heard that spicy foods can exacerbate IBS symptoms. This is because many spicy foods contain capsaicin, a compound that can stimulate the digestive system and cause discomfort for those with IBS.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Mar 7, 2023 | Micronutrient Monday, Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements
Many people assume that plant-based diets don’t provide enough protein to meet daily requirements. However, many studies have debunked this popular myth.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Feb 23, 2023 | Nutrition and Diet
Many people assume that plant-based diets don’t provide enough protein to meet daily requirements. However, many studies have debunked this popular myth.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Jan 23, 2023 | IBS
Fibre is an essential part of a health diet, but getting enough fibre in your IBS-friendly diet can be difficult. Despite the challenges of including fibre in a low-FODMAP diet, there are many ways to ensure you’re meeting your fibre requirements with an IBS-friendly diet.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Jan 17, 2023 | IBS, Mental Health
Your mental health can have a major impact on your gut health. Stress and anxiety can trigger an increase in gut inflammation, and disrupt the careful balance of beneficial bacteria in your gut.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Jan 13, 2023 | IBS
Understanding the diet and its underlying principles can help you more effectively follow the diet, support a healthy relationship with food, and manage your GI symptoms.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Jan 5, 2023 | IBS
Being aware of low-FODMAP alternatives to traditional ingredients, such as milk, can help you include more recipes in your diet while managing your IBS symptoms. When it comes to milk, there is an increasing number of low-FODMAP options that you can try.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Dec 17, 2022 | IBS
Although there is currently no research detailing the role of alcohol in triggering IBS symptoms, an observational study reports approximately 1 in 3 people with IBS report experiencing symptoms from consuming alcohol.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Nov 8, 2022 | IBS
You may have noticed that not everyone with IBS experiences the same triggers, or symptoms during flare-ups. In fact, most people with IBS have different triggers and “IBS-safe foods”. One of the reasons for this is that there are different types of IBS. Knowing and understanding your dominant type of IBS can help you identify ways to manage the symptoms.
by Kimberley Gittens, RD, MHSc | Oct 15, 2022 | IBS
Snacking is often viewed as a bad habit that should be avoided and a barrier to weight loss. Despite what the diet culture may tell you, there is a purpose for snacking…[it] can be part of a healthy lifestyle.
by Rachel McBryan RD | Aug 27, 2022 | Nutrition and Diet
Do you find you’re still hungry after eating a meal? There are a couple reasons why you might still be hungry.
by Rachel McBryan RD | Aug 23, 2022 | Nutrition and Diet, Physical Health
RED-S is short for relative energy deficiency in sport and was previously known as the female athlete triad. It is a disorder that is characterized by low energy levels, amenorrhea and low bone mineral density, and is diagnosed by a healthcare professional. This...
by Rachel McBryan RD | Aug 3, 2022 | Eating Disorders
How many times have you been screened for an eating disorder before being told to lose weight? None, right? Unfortunately, this is a very common practice. People are often told to lose weight without first being assessed for a history, or presence, of an eating...
by Rachel McBryan RD | Jul 28, 2022 | Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are behavioural conditions that are characterized by irregular eating behaviours, thoughts and attitudes towards food, eating and body image. Eating disorders may be used as a way to feel in control or to cope with difficult situations. Eating...
by Rachel McBryan RD | Jul 18, 2022 | Eating Disorders
As I mentioned in an earlier article, eating disorders can affect anyone. They don’t discriminate against age, gender, socioeconomic status or even your genetic predisposition to being slim. However, we are being to find that there are higher rates of eating disorders...
by Rachel McBryan RD | Jul 6, 2022 | Heart Health
There are a few different tests that your doctor looks at when determining your heart health. Some tests are physical, such as stress tests or electrocardiograms (ECGs), while measures require you to complete blood work. Some of the parameters measured using blood...
by Rachel McBryan RD | Jun 22, 2022 | Eating Disorders
It can be hard to know where to start when you’re new to journalling, but don’t let that blank page stop you. You can find journal prompts to get to started below. Benefits of Journalling There are many benefits to journaling both in day-to-day life and...
by Rachel McBryan RD | May 17, 2022 | IBS
It is currently estimated that 10 to 20% of the world’s population experience IBS. Studies report that women and people under the age of 50 are experiencing higher rates of IBS, with Canada reporting one of the highest rates of IBS across the globe. Additionally, research has shown that women with IBS are more likely to experience symptoms during their periods.
by Rachel McBryan RD | Apr 29, 2022 | IBS
Has your breakfast been causing some uncomfortable bloating, or stomach cramping? You’re not the only one. In fact, many people with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) avoid breakfast because they are trying to avoid the symptoms that start shortly after. But, what many...
by Rachel McBryan RD | Apr 1, 2022 | Nutrition and Diet
Frozen meals are often dubbed as “unhealthy”, ultra-processed foods that you should avoid in a healthy diet. But in some ways, frozen foods do play a role in supporting a healthy diet. Many frozen meals contain high amounts of nutrients that we typically want to...
by Rachel McBryan RD | Mar 23, 2022 | Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements
If you are considering shifting to a more plant-based diet, you may be wondering if you are going to get all the vitamins and minerals that your body needs without meat. In short, the answer is yes! Meat and animal-based products are the primary sources of some...
by Rachel McBryan RD | Mar 15, 2022 | Heart Health
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on many aspects of our physical, mental and emotional health. Research shows that there has been a steady rise in blood pressure during the pandemic. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can have an impact on many...
by Rachel McBryan RD | Feb 25, 2022 | Health Concerns
What is a CGM? A CGM is a continuous glucose monitor. It is a small system that monitors your blood glucose (sugar) levels in real-time. This means it can show you how your blood sugar changes in response to different foods and meals. Benefits of a CGM CGMs were...