Sandra Edwards Registered Dietitian

08/29/2024

Healthier eating choices with new Front-of-package - FOP labels

Front-of-Package Nutrition labels - have you noticed them? Canada's New Front-of-Package Nutrition Labels: Empowering Healthier Choices Have you…

07/16/2024

More reasons for following the Mediterranean Diet ...

Researchers have found that adhering to the Mediterranean diet – known for being rich in vegetables and whole grains and low in sugar and salt – can reduce the risk of mortality for cancer survivors.

07/12/2024

Boost Brain Power: Top 6 Foods You Need🧠💡

6 Top Foods to Support Brain Health In our hectic lives filled with constant stimulation and information overload, taking care of our mental well-…

07/10/2024

Do you take a multi-vitamin/mineral supplement? Perhaps you saw this article - what are your reasons for taking?

The nutrition community is currently taking a dump on multivitamins. They have for a while, to be fair, but now more than ever. This new cohort study suggested they do not increase lifespan and everyone is losing their mind. Even people I consider highly intelligent are saying they are essentially b...

06/07/2024

Do you need more reasons for Not choosing ultra-processed foods?

The study followed more than 30,000 people and found more strokes but also memory issues among those who ate more ultra-processed foods

05/14/2024

Remind yourself why it's important to cook natural foods and decrease your consumption of ultra-processed foods...

By some estimates, Canadians consume nearly half of their caloric intake from ultra-processed foods. Experts agree that ultra-processed foods harm physical health, and they're also correlated with increased negative mental health, including depression and anxiety.

03/20/2024

Today is Dietitians Day!!
Dietitians Day is an opportunity to celebrate all the hard work we do to better the lives and health of Canadians.

I'm not only proud of the difference I make, but also the difference all of my colleague Dietitians do as well! This is a shout out to them as well! Dietitians work in such a variety of settings - including hospitals, public health, business, research, academia and of course private practice!

Our profession has certainly evolved over the years - and it continues to grow.😄🍎🫐🥦🥑🧄

03/14/2024

We all know that Ultra Processed foods aren't good for us... however what is more difficult to determine is the WHY? and How bad are they if consumed too much over a period of time.
Read more from my colleague Leslie Beck, RD who summarizes a recent meta-analyses
https://ow.ly/Fb2q50QTE3F

A new evidence review has linked these industrial foods to 32 harmful health effects. Here’s what to know

03/14/2024

Introducing RxFood for everyone wanting to improve their health👍🥑🥑

Introducing R Food to my practice Introducing R Food: Revolutionizing Nutrition Tracking In the fast-paced world we live in, maintaining a balanced…

02/05/2024

Some easy tips to get motivated to make some healthy changes!

ZOE’s scientists recommend four healthy foods you should try eating if you don’t already, from nuts to sprouting vegetables.

01/16/2024

Good reasons to eat up your leafy greens!!

The risk of glaucoma, the second leading cause of blindness, appears to be dramatically reduced by kale or collard greens consumption, thanks to the phytonutrient pigments lutein and zeaxanthin.

01/16/2024

Would you like to learn more about the Mind diet? Lots of positives when you combine the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet...

When it came to the highest-recommended nutrients for aging adults, one diet came out on top.

01/05/2024

Happy New Year! If you'd like some motivation on "why" to eat certain foods to prevent disease - watch this TED talk from Dr. William Li on angiogenesis which led to some food changes by Richard Branson... its from back in 2010 believe it or not - but very good! Enjoy...

The billionaire's diet was designed by a Harvard-trained cancer doctor.

12/01/2023

Something to consider if you are heading this way...

Let’s dive into ketogenic diets and their $33-billion gimmick. The carbohydrate–insulin model of obesity, the underlying theory that ketogenic diets have

11/14/2023

A good refresher and some positive changes you can make to keep your blood sugars in check.

One out of three Canadians have diabetes or are in the prediabetes stage. Health experts say diet and exercise play a huge role in managing blood sugar levels.

08/31/2023

10.5 Osteoporosis Myths That Are Harming Your Health 🦴

Busting Osteoporosis myths If you or someone you know has osteoporosis, I have an e cellent resource for you. It's the first chapter from the Amazon…

07/27/2023

Here is a good article written by a dietitian colleague that addresses some common heart health myths.

https://ow.ly/POev50PmMir

Dietitian Cara Rosenbloom debunks common myths about popular healthy foods like dark chocolate and artificial sweeteners.

06/22/2023

How good are you at Setting SMART goals?😱

Learn how to be realistic with your own e pectations It's been awhile since I posted anything, but I wanted to thank those of you who responded to my…

04/13/2023

🌸 Spring cleaning - free - first come first served

Spring cleaning - free for the asking... Simply reply to this email if you would like any of these items - I have 3 books and one kitchen scale. Brand…

04/06/2023

Easy Tips for plant-based proteins..

Cooking with plant-based protein foods doesn’t need to be complicated! Follow these tips to learn how you can incorporate them in your meals and snacks.

04/05/2023

Here are some great tips for 5 ingredients or less!

You don't need a lot of ingredients to eat different meals! With a few household staples and a little imagination, you can make several recipes from the same foods.

04/01/2023

Here are some excellent ideas to flavour water

Drinking water first thing in the morning can help keep you hydrated, but if you want to switch up your routine, try out these flavored water recipes.

03/31/2023

Why is water so important - and how can we get more in?
Why not start first thing in the morning...

Whether you drink the whole thing or take a couple of sips, drinking water right after waking up feels good and has plenty of health benefits.

03/30/2023

See what they are doing with research at Brock U. I love the analogy of salt corrosion - like rust on a car. Makes it easier to understand.

When hungry thoughts arise, it may be worth thinking twice before reaching for the salt shaker. New Brock University-led research shows how too much salt in the diet damages organs, leading to chronic diseases down the road. This occurs because ...

03/23/2023

🔓 Unlock the potential of food 🍉🍆 and new service!

You are receiving this since you have either worked with me as a client or have spoken to me regarding my services and provided your permission to…

03/22/2023

If you are fasting for Ramadan - this article may help you to get through feeling great!

The Islamic holy month of fasting begins on the evening of 22 March 2023. If you’re wondering how to juggle exercise and nutrition during Ramadan, help is at hand.

03/15/2023

Happy (March 15)!
Today we celebrate dietitians as regulated health care professionals, committed to using their expertise and skills to unlock the potential of food for all Canadians.
I want to shout out a wonderful THANK YOU to all my colleague Registered Dietitians who have continued passion for helping individuals eat and feel their best everyday!

Learn more: http://www.nutritionmonth2023.ca

03/13/2023

More reasons to consume heathy greens, berries and more...

People who consumed foods from the plant-based Mediterranean and brain-focused MIND diets had fewer of the hallmark signs of Alzheimer's — sticky beta-amyloid plaques and tau tangles in the brain — when autopsied, a new study found.

03/09/2023

How do you think you do with regards to your own salt intake? Globally we are not doing well according to WHO:

The world is not on track to achieve the goal of a 30 per cent reduction in sodium intake by 2025, according to new report from the World Health Organization. If we don’t take drastic steps to reduce our salt intake quickly, it could lead to millions of unnecessary deaths, the report warns.

03/07/2023

Dietitians use the science of nutrition to help people understand the connection between food and health and provide personalized guidance to meet your needs and goals. Connect with me today!
https://sandraedwardsrd.com/

Helping You Achieve A Healthier Lifestyle - Look great and feel amazing when you work with a registered dietitian