Category: Health and Nutrition

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Ten Tips for Healthy Aging

July 19, 2015 No Comments

In order to age successfully, our goal is to make our health last as long as possible.  In my previous blog, I addressed the top five nutritional changes that occur as we age.  Today, I will highlight my top 10 nutrition tips for healthy aging. My intention is to urge even one reader to take […]

Deciphering the Labelling for a Low FODMAP Diet

July 19, 2015 No Comments

We have already seen which foods to avoid when following a low FODMAP* diet. Avoiding individual foods such as apples, honey or wheat is rather simple. What is more complicated is figuring out whether a food or dish consisting of several ingredients contains few or many FODMAPs! For example, how do you choose a bread […]

BMI, a valuable tool?

July 7, 2015 No Comments

According to the WHO, BMI (Body Mass Index) is a tool that evaluates the general level of obesity. Different weight categories can be associated with a risk of developing certain diseases. BMI has the advantage of being easy to use: only two pieces of information are required, namely weight and height. This tool is so […]

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Are you at risk for iron deficiency?

June 29, 2015 No Comments

According to the Office of Dietary Supplements, iron plays an essential role in human body functioning. Iron is involved in delivering oxygen to cells and regulating growth. Therefore, when there is a shortage of iron, oxygen supply to the cells becomes limited, leading to fatigue, poor work performance, pallor and decreased immune function. These symptoms are also known as anemia. However, too much iron is dangerous and […]

Making the Best Low FODMAP Choices at Restaurants

June 15, 2015 2 Comments

Ever wondered what to choose at the restaurant when you’re on a low FODMAP* diet? I have the answer for you right here. To simplify your life, here’s a winning formula: choose a restaurant that offers options without gluten, onion or garlic.

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How dietary guidelines for Irritable Bowel Syndrome have changed over time

June 1, 2015 No Comments

Nutrition is a constantly evolving science. Guidelines change rapidly, and sometimes even contradict each other! This is what has happened with the dietary guidelines for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

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The Basics of a Low FODMAP Breakfast

May 25, 2015 1 Comment

So, you’ve decided to try out the low FODMAP diet to rein in your IBS. You’ve downloaded the list of foods to avoid and the list of foods to eat. All that’s left to do is start! To begin the day on a right note, here are some tips to help you create your low […]

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Burping and GERD

May 25, 2015 No Comments

People with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) tend to burp or belch more than those people without GERD. To see if excessive gas intake worsens GERD, researchers in the Netherlands examined this phenomenon. As reported in the American Journal of Gastroenterology, to investigate, the researchers measured pressure, liquid, and acidity in the esophagus of 12 people […]

GERD on the Rise

GERD on the Rise

May 25, 2015 No Comments

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common, chronic condition caused by the backflow of stomach contents, such as gastric acid, into the esophagus. The main symptoms include a burning, pressure-like sensation in the chest (heartburn), the sensation of food or liquid rising up the esophagus, and a bitter or sour taste in the mouth. Less […]

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How to reduce the flatulence caused by pulses

May 25, 2015 1 Comment

It’s a fact, pulses (legumes) tend to induce flatulence, but you should certainly not avoid them, as they are very nutritious. They are significantly rich in vitamins and minerals, protein, soluble fiber, which is beneficial for cardiovascular health, and have a low Glycemic Index, ideal for keeping you fuller for longer. In brief, they are […]

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Diet and GERD

May 25, 2015 1 Comment

What is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease? Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is the back flow of stomach contents into the esophagus. It occurs as a result of hiatus hernia (protrusion of part of the stomach through the diaphragm into the esophageal area), reflux esophagitis, abdominal pressure associated with obesity, or pregnancy pyrosis (heartburn). A ring of muscle […]

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Top Five Nutrition Changes as we Age

May 25, 2015 No Comments

It is no surprise that we have an aging population; those over the age of 65 are the fastest growing population group! It is estimated by year 2030, more than one in five will be over the age of 65 (Heath Canada, 2002). As we age, our nutrition needs shift from a focus on growth […]

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