Written by and medically reviewed by Meredith Krayenhoff, Registered Dietitian. Published March 29, 2024. Ever wondered about the silent superhero in your body? Meet your thyroid: small in size, but mighty in its impact on your health and vitality. Imagine a butterfly resting just below your throat – that's your thyroid gland. Despite its small size, it plays a significant role in regulating many functions in your body. While we often think about the thyroid as managing our metabolism, its role extends far beyond simply calorie burning. Your thyroid controls the break-down and building-u ..read more

Written by Meredith Krayenhoff, Registered Dietitian. Published February 28, 2024. In the vast landscape of mental health disorders, there are some conditions that may not receive as much attention as others but can significantly impact an individual's life. One such disorder is ARFID, which stands for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder.  This blog post, explores ARFID - its nature, its relationship to other psychiatric disorders, potential causes, and its treatment. What is ARFID Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a relatively new diagnosis in the realm of eating ..read more

Medically reviewed by Serena Benali, Registered Dietitian. Published January 13, 2024.  Edmonton has some fantastic restaurants, and it seems every month there's a new culinary gem opening its doors to Edmontonians and its visitors. Whether you're a fan of dining out or prefer the comfort of takeout, making a healthy choice doesn't mean sacrificing flavour or convenience. Our ,Edmonton Dietitians have handpicked a selection of healthy options from some of the city's top healthy restaurants, ensuring you can enjoy delicious, nutritious meals anytime! We've curated a list that not only sat ..read more

Written by Meredith Krayenhoff, Registered Dietitian. Published December 3, 2023. Detoxification is a hot topic in the realm of health and nutrition. But are detoxes necessary? Yes and no. Yes, because our bodies are constantly detoxifying chemicals as part of their natural processes. No, because we don't require a specific fasting regimen or a particular product to facilitate this natural detoxification. It's important to understand that our bodies are continually engaged in detoxifying various chemicals as part of their regular functions. In this blog, we'll learn what toxins are and the di ..read more

Written by Meredith Krayenhoff, Registered Dietitian. Published November 18, 2023.  It's widely known that vegetables are a powerhouse of nutrition, boasting a range of benefits such as weight management, ,,hydration, supporting ,,digestive health, providing cancer-fighting nutrients like ,,vitamin-C ,and enhancing a ,,healthy brain. Yet despite these impressive benefits, vegetables often take a backseat in our daily meals.  To bridge this gap and enhance your health, we've curated some straightforward and enjoyable ways to integrate vegetables into every meal. These tips are n ..read more

Written by Meredith Krayenhoff, Registered Dietitian. Published October 15th 2023. Medically reviewed by Serena Benali, Registered Dietitian. We often think about nutrition as fuelling and nurturing the health of our bodies, but it's also crucial for supporting brain health. In this blog, we'll unpack the connection between brain health and nutrition and provide you with the steps to how you can keep your brain healthy for years to come! The Early Roots of Brain Health: Planting the Seeds While we more often see the impact of poor brain health and function as we get older, the seeds for this ..read more

Medically reviewed by Serena Benali, Registered Dietitian. Published September 1, 2023. We've all been there—sitting at a family gathering, work event, or social outing, faced with the pressure of someone insisting we eat just a little bit more. "One more slice won't hurt!" they say, or, "Come on, I made it just for you!" This person, whether they know it or not, is what's commonly referred to as a "food pusher." Food pushers encourage or even insist that you eat more than you want or need, often dismissing your polite declines or ignoring your cues of satiety. While their intentions may vary ..read more

Medically reviewed by Serena Benali, Registered Dietitian. Published August 15, 2023 Intuitive eating is a paradigm shift, a movement away from the dieting mindset and toward a more balanced and respectful relationship with food. A variety of intuitive eating books have emerged as powerful tools to help navigate this new approach with food. These books offer valuable insights and practical strategies to incorporate principles of intuitive eating into your everyday lifestyle. Intuitive eating books often cover topics such as understanding and responding to hunger and fullness cues, addressing ..read more

Written by Meredith Krayenhoff, Registered Dietitian. Published August 1, 2023. Water, the true elixir of life. We all know of its importance, and yet so often we struggle to get enough throughout the day. Maybe you were running late and forgot to grab a bottle, maybe you’re worried you won’t have access to a bathroom for a while, or maybe it simply slips your mind. To help make water a regular part of your day, we’ve created this article, full of simple tips and tricks to get enough! In this article: Why water is important How to recognize dehydration Hydration connection to mental health Ho ..read more

Medically reviewed by Serena Benali, Registered Dietitian. Published July 4, 2023 If you've ever found yourself turning to food for comfort during stressful times or seeking solace in that pint of ice cream after a tough day, you're not alone. Emotional eating is a common struggle, but fear not – we've curated a handpicked selection of empowering books that will guide you on a transformative journey towards healing your relationship with food and finding emotional balance. In this article we’ll go over: Defining emotional eating Causes of emotional eating Self-help emotional eating books Emot ..read more