Sugar tastes good, and like many people, you might consume much more of it than you should. Health Canada recommends that  individuals  should consume fewer than 25 grams of sugar per day, which is equivalent to 6 teaspoons. For reference, a can of pop contains 35 grams of sugar, and a tall Mocha Frappuccino contains 40 grams. It’s not hard to fathom how 25 grams of sugar can add up so quickly! 

Have you ever wondered if you should be taking vitamins or other supplements? If you are taking the right supplements? If perhaps you are taking too many, or the wrong supplements? Why are there so many different supplements? If there is a supplement out there that could help with your specific health concerns?

Understanding the difference between disordered eating and having an eating disorder can be confusing. Christy de Jaegher sheds some light on the difference.

For many, summer is an easier time to stay healthy and eat nutritious food. The days are longer, more time is spent outside and gardens are bursting with vibrant fruits and vegetables. However, summer also typically is a time of indulgence. From backyard barbecues to beach days and weekend getaways, it can be tricky to stay on track with your healthy habits!

Are you or a family member looking for natural options to complement what you are doing with other health care practitioners to help manage the symptoms of ADHD? Christy de Jaegher shares some practical ways to change your diet in order to help mitigate ADHD symptoms.

A Canadian study conducted through the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine researched the correlation between family dinners, communication and mental health in 26,069 adolescents. They found a positive association between the frequency of family dinners and emotional wellbeing, prosocial behavior and life satisfaction.

If you have ever felt butterflies in your stomach or experienced nausea or other digestive issues when anxious, you likely have some idea of how thoughts and emotions can impact the gut.

Change is hard. It takes dedication, time and consistency to either develop a new habit or ditch an old one. Set yourself up for success by following these foolproof guidelines for setting “resolutions” that you will actually achieve!

You do not want to miss out on this delicious, nutrient-packed, festive eggnog pudding that is egg and dairy free and made with…tofu! Unlike the eggnog and pudding you typically find at the grocery store (full of sugar, inflammatory oils, additives, and questionable ingredients), this recipe is made of whole, unprocessed ingredients, is low in sugar and packed with protein, healthy fats and tons of nutrients. It is also one of the simplest dessert recipes you will ever make! It does take a few hours to set though, so be sure to make it in advance.

Staying healthy over the holidays, whether it be Thanksgiving or Christmas, can be challenging. These holidays are typically marked by an abundance of food. While it may not all be unhealthy, it is always plentiful with many indulgences, and is enough to throw your healthy eating habits out the window! While one indulgent meal is not necessarily of concern, it can set you off track.

Join me for two free webinars this fall where I will be providing crash courses in the fundamentals of a healthy diet, and reading and understanding food labels. Learn the basics of nutrition and healthy living so you can confidently make evidence-based healthy lifestyle choices and reach your health and wellness goals in a way that is both straightforward and sustainable!

There is scientific evidence to suggest the importance of a number of additional dietary factors in the management and prevention of anxiety, which include the following. To that end, I’d like to share some ways that you can manage anxiety through nutrition.