Feature, Gut Health & IBS, Low FODMAP & Gut Health Recipes | December 9, 2019
Here at Ignite Nutrition, many of our patients describe feeling held back by their digestive symptoms. Some of the most frustrating symptoms for our patients are urgency and diarrhea, as they feel they can’t leave the house or participate in social events due to unpredictable bowel habits. Nutrition for Bile Acid…
Healthy & Easy Recipes, Healthy Eating, Low FODMAP & Gut Health Recipes | November 25, 2019
Hey there, it is Nancy, Andrea’s student. This next recipe I want to share with you is a Simple Salmon Salad. It doesn’t need any fancy cooking skills or appliances, and you can have it ready in under 10 minutes. Anyone else agree that sounds like the best recipe? I…
Feature, Healthy & Easy Recipes | November 11, 2019
It’s no secret, I LOVE lentils. They’re one of my favourite vegetarian proteins that is not only easy to digest, but good for your gut microbiota! This Greek Lentil Soup is something I make a big batch of every Fall, and freeze in individual containers for grab-and-go lunches all winter.
Feature, Food Relationship, Healthy Eating | November 4, 2019
As dietitians, we get questions about “the best diets” – A LOT. Here’s the truth – the best diet is one you can see yourself doing long term. A diet that doesn’t make you want to pull your hair out or secretly stuff your face in the…
Feature, Low FODMAP & Gut Health Recipes | October 28, 2019
I genuinely thought no one would be interested in this recipe. I casually shared the making of it on Instagram and SO many of you reached out to me to get the recipe! I thought it might be too basic (who am I kidding – who doesn’t LOVE easy recipes),…
Feature, Healthy Eating, Sponsored Post | October 17, 2019
October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day! One of the top trends I see right now is a movement towards plant-based foods, and I have to say, I’m thrilled. However, I often get asked the question – how can I take care of my bone health with a more plant-based diet?…
Feature, Women's Health | October 15, 2019
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal disorder that affects approximately 5-15% of women. Women with PCOS have an excess amount of male reproductive hormones or androgens produced in the ovaries. This leads to a range of symptoms that can include irregular periods, infertility, acne, hair growth, and weight…
Healthy & Easy Recipes, Healthy Eating, Low FODMAP & Gut Health Recipes | October 7, 2019
Struggling with Meal Prep & Planning? Picture this — you come home from a long day at work and you don’t have much energy left. You know that the kids need to be fed and you only have 30 minutes before they need to be out the door off to…
Feature, Healthy & Easy Recipes, Low FODMAP & Gut Health Recipes | September 23, 2019
Following the low FODMAP diet can be very confusing. Determining which foods are low FODMAP is not always clear. In fact, the FODMAP content of a food can change within a single food depending on the ripening or processing of the food. Even as a Dietetic Intern who studies nutrition…
Feature, Food Relationship, Healthy Eating | September 19, 2019
There’s no doubt that we live in a world dominated by diet culture. No matter where you turn there is likely to be a conversation about body size, appearance, and the latest diet to “fix” all of the above. But do diets ACTUALLY work? And more importantly – is the only…