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Creamy Oatmeal Cookie Smoothie (Low FODMAP)

February 28, 2017

The second I saw this oatmeal cookie smoothie recipe on A Little Nutrition’s blog – I KNEW I had to make it into a low FODMAP must-have. Truth bomb: I genuinely hadn’t thought of putting oatmeal in a smoothie before – but once I had heard of it, I…

March is Nutrition Month! Join our free month long online learning event brought to you by top dietitians around the world | Nutrition Academy | Andrea Hardy registered dietitian nutritionist

March is Nutrition Month! Let’s stop the food fight.

February 25, 2017

March is Nutrition Month! My online school, Nutrition Academy has been putting something HUGE together. Many of you are familiar with the event we hosted last year – a virtual summit with dietitian volunteers contributing content – and it was SUCH a big hit, we decided to do…

Low FODMAP Label Reading. Made Easy. | Andrea Hardy, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist of Ignite Nutrition Inc. specializes in IBS, gut health, low FODMAP, FODMAP friendly and practical IBS counselling. See the IBS section of the blog for more FODMAP tips and tricks!

Low FODMAP Label Reading. Made Easy.

January 31, 2017

Low FODMAP Label Reading Low FODMAP label reading can be seriously overwhelming. Heck! Even without looking for FODMAP’s, label reading can be challenging! However, I always tell my clients, it isn’t ‘all or nothing’. I like to start with these top 6 high FODMAP ingredients – things I see most…

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5 Tips for Travelling with IBS

December 5, 2016

IBS and the low FODMAP diet appears cut and dry. A big list of don’t eats. Appears easy on the surface. But once you actually begin to implement it, you realize that it is actually QUITE HARD to do practically. As a registered dietitian, one of the biggest struggles…

A plateful of lentil salad that has low FODMAP ingredients including lentils, potatoes, sweet potato, parsley, capers, olive oil, green onion, and red wine vinegar. A spoon sits beside the plate.

Low FODMAP Warm Lentil Potato Salad

November 7, 2016

As a digestive health dietitian, I often get asked about how plant-based proteins fit into a low FODMAP diet. While many beans can be high in FODMAPs, making them gassy – lentils are FODMAP friendly, so long as you eat them in moderate amounts. This warm lentil and potato salad…

This mediterranean lentil stuffed peppers recipe is to DIE for. It also freezes well - and is vegetarian! A perfect recipe for meatless Mondays. | Registered Dietitians providing nutrition counselling at Ignite Nutrition Inc. in Calgary Alberta

Mediterranean Lentil-Stuffed Peppers

October 26, 2016

It’s Fall now, and you’re probably CRAVING comfort foods, especially for lunch. But at the same time, you’re looking for a creative way to get your veggies in. I LOVE this lentil stuffed peppers recipe. Yes. It’s a bit of work. But is it worth it? Hell to the yes.

Autumn Carrot Pumpkin Soup recipe - a delicious make ahead soup from the Registered Dietitians Ignite Nutrition - Calgary Alberta

Autumn Carrot Pumpkin Soup

October 20, 2016

Autumn Carrot Pumpkin Soup This is a fall favourite! I love mine extra thick – but feel free to thin out with a bit more broth or milk/cream. It freezes so well, and makes for easy grab and go lunches, or cook ahead meals! So, I’m gonna be honest with…

Mahi Mahi with Mango Slaw - a delicious week night recipe from the Registered Dietitians with Ignite Nutrition - Calgary Alberta

Mahi Mahi with Mango Slaw

October 13, 2016

Mahi Mahi with Mango Slaw This recipe is SO simple – and a perfect weeknight recipe. It’s so easy – the prep time is next to nothing. Mahi mahi is packed full of omega 3’s. What I love most about it is it’s a nice, firm fish, but doesn’t have…

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5-minute Pineapple Protein Smoothie Bowl (Low FODMAP)

October 6, 2016

Following a low FODMAP diet, even for the elimination period, can be a big challenge. You desperately seek low FODMAP recipes. You feel a bit lost at what to eat for each meal, when you’re used to whole grain bread and peanut butter for breakfast, and pasta with LOTS…

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A Dietitian’s Beginner Guide to IBS

October 4, 2016

Here at Ignite Nutrition, we are known internationally for our work specializing in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). As well as other GI disorders of all kinds. What exactly is IBS? In this helpful guide, hear from Andrea Hardy, registered dietitian and Ignite’s owner about common IBS symptoms. We…

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