Registered Dietitian at Loblaws in Ottawa, ON
Hello Everyone!
I have some bittersweet news to share. After a wonderful year being part of Loblaw’s Dietitian Team, I have decided to move on from my role as an In-Store Dietitian. I’d like to thank everyone that participated in my services and appreciated getting to know you all.
If you would like to continue following, you will be automatically directed to the new Ottawa Dietitian Team page.
Thank you 🤗💛
The holidays are just around the
corner! 🎄✨
Although this is a wonderful time of year, it can also
bring up some difficult emotions. With social
gatherings surrounding food and meals, its not
uncommon to experience stress and maybe even guilt
around our food choices.
Our team of Registered Dietitians are offering a 1-hour
webinar on ✨Eating Well During the Holidays✨ to
help you navigate this time confidently and be able to
focus on what matters most to you. In this webinar we
will be discussing:
- tips on how to silence your "diet-voice" and enjoy the
holidays
- how to nourish your body during this season
- tools to help you listen to your hunger cues
- holiday recipe inspiration
- BONUS: Examples about how to respond/manage
unwanted comments during parties
👉use this link to register:
https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1873
/eating-well-during-the-holidays-an-intuitive-approach
Contact us if you have any questions.
We look forward to seeing you there!
I’ve started to give myself permission to take a consistent afternoon break. Sounds silly saying that out loud, but it makes such a big difference. These days the break has been looking like an outdoor walk or a delicious snack.
Today, it’s a slice of banana walnut chip bread & chai tea latte - with a side of amateur latte art 😆
I hope you are able to take some time for yourself today ✨
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This is a messy one but oh soooooo worth it. ☀️😎
Are you ready to take back your life from dieting?
Join my colleague Bianca Santaromita-Villa, RD and I on November 3rd for this 1-hour webinar on ditching the diet!
In this webinar we will discuss:
◦ Consequences of restrictive dieting
◦ Healthy eating tips to nourish your body
◦ Introduction to mindful eating
◦ and more!
✨If your are interested in attending, use this link to register: https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1872/ditch-the-diet
We hope to see you there!☺️
✨UPCOMING WEBINARS✨
My colleague Bianca and I are offering 4 nutrition webinars before the end of the year! If you’re interested in attending, use the links below or the QR codes to register and learn more:
👉Ditch The Diet - November 3rd: https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1872/ditch-the-diet
👉Eating Well During Pregnancy - November 10th: https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1870/eating-well-during-pregnancy-an-intuitive-eating-approach
👉Living Well With PCOS- November 17th: https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1871/pcos-management-the-intuitive-eating-approach
👉Eating Well During The Holidays- December 1st: https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1873/eating-well-during-the-holidays-an-intuitive-approach
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to message us. We look forward to seeing you there!☺️
We had the opportunity to present at The Ottawa Women’s Show last weekend!
We would like to the thank The Ottawa Women’s Show for having us and all the wonderful people who came to our presentation and to our booth over the weekend. It was great getting to meet so many of you! ☺️
I don’t know about you but I am trying to hold onto every last ounce of fall. It comes and goes too quickly! Butternut squash is a true taste of fall but lucky for us, this squash will be around in the winter too.
Just look at the colour in this dish! It has the consistency of mashed potatoes with sweetness of squash, some ricotta cheese for extra smoothness and protein and added deliciousness of roasted garlic.
Turn this beautiful purée into a pasta sauce by adding some cooking water to it to thin it out OR make a soup by adding stock to it OR even just serve it alongside your favourite protein.
Fall is here🍂 However, it’s not
all sweater weather and pumpkin spice lattes. With it
brings the dreaded cold and flu season! 🤧
If you’re interested in learning about the role nutrition
plays in supporting your immune health, join me on October 19th at 6:00
pm for this 1-hour webinar.
I will be explaining what immunity is, going over
foods that can support our immune health, guide you
in building balanced meals for immunity, and providing
you with tips to stay healthy this cold and flu
season🥦🍅🥝🍒🍊
✨Use this link to register:
https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1886
/nutrition-for-immune-health
Your Ottawa Dietitian Team will be at The National Women’s Show in Ottawa on October 22nd & 23rd at the EY Centre. Stop by our booth to see all the great things we have to offer! 🥑🍿🍅
You won’t want to miss our live presentation on Snacking For Your Cycle that will be taking place both days of the event!🤩
✨Use the promo code SHOPPING22 for $5 off when you purchase 2 tickets!!
Event details & tickets: http://www.nationalwomenshow.com/ottawa-fall-visitor/
Who else loves all things pumpkin?🙋♀️
From pumpkin drinks to pumpkin muffins, you can count me in for them all! The best part of this winter squash is its versatility. It can be the star of sweet baked goods like loaves and muffins or provide great flavour to chillis and stews.
What’s your favourite way to use pumpkin? 🎃
IT’S APPLE SEASON!!!!!!! 💃🏻🕺
Apple nachos is a favourite snack around here!⠀🍎🍏
Our favourite combo is sliced apples, cashew & hazelnut butter (warmed for drizzling), melted chocolate and then a sprinkle of unsweetened coconut.
💡Customize the toppings based on your likes
💡Kids love to help put toppings on the apples
You’ve heard of PB and banana before but have you tried PB and apple?!🍎🥜
This combo is a personal favourite of mine which is why I love making this peanut butter and apple air fryer toast! It’s so simple and fills your house with the smell of a warm apple pie in the oven 🤤
What do you think? Are you team PB and banana or PB and apple? 🍎🍌
Are you team Lavender Lemonade 🍋 or Raspberry Hibiscus 🍓?
There is no wrong answer! Both of these new summer ice pop flavours are delicious. If I had to pick though, I’d choose the lavender lemonade. Nothing says summer like the taste of lemonade and the hint of lavender is just an added bonus🌞
Have you tried these yet? If so, what’s your favourite?
🎶 It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
☀️🥬🍒🌽🍅🥒🍑🫑🧄🌻
The summer harvest has arrived and it could not be a better time to get some local produce.
TIP: Check out the amazing resources from . You’ll find guides on everything fruits & vegetables, including how to store them properly to keep them looking and tasting great.
Are you tired of eating the same thing for breakfast every morning? Are you in need of some breakfast inspiration?🍳☕️
Our dietitian team has created a FREE webinar sharing with you some of our top tips for building a balanced breakfast. We also share a few of our go-to breakfast ideas!
Interested? Follow the directions in this link to watch for free:
https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1757/breakfast-inspiration
Want to learn how to build a balanced breakfast? Need inspiration to mix up your breakfast? Join the Ottawa Dietitian Team to learn more.
Hello August🌞
Summer is not over yet! Check out my article outlining my top tips for feeling your best during the summer months and enjoying all that summer has to offer 💛
Do you have any summer tips to share?🍉
https://shop.wellwise.ca/blogs/wellwise/tips-to-help-you-feel-your-best-and-enjoy-all-that-summer-has-to-offer
Written & provided by: Glenna Martel, Registered Dietitians Team by ShoppersTM Summer is a wonderful time of year. The days are longer, the children are off school, and the list of activities to do can seem endless. Not to mention, all the delicious in-season produce and favorite summertime trea...
Last chance to sign up for the “Living Well with PCOS” webinar with our amazing colleague Bianca Santaromita-Villa, RD. Bianca is a registered dietitian who has dedicated her career to the health of people with female-reproductive organs. She graduated with a Bsc. Bachelor of Nutrition Sciences at the University of Ottawa and completed additional Dietiitan Training from the PCOS Nutrition Centre. Her approach is non-diet, weight inclusive and holistic.
Sign up here: https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1756/pcos-management-the-intuitive-eating-approach
👙 Bikini OR 🍦Ice Cream?
PSA: you don’t actually have to choose between the two!
Wear the bathing suit.
Eat the ice cream.
This is your reminder that your body does not define you and that you are awesome.
That is all💕
One more week to sign up for “Living Well with PCOS” webinar!
Presented by my amazing colleague Bianca Santaromita-Villa, RD. Bianca is a registered dietitian who has dedicated her career to the health of people with female-reproductive organs. She graduated with a Bsc. Bachelor of Nutrition Sciences at the University of Ottawa and completed additional Dietitan Training from the PCOS Nutrition Centre. Her approach is non-diet, weight inclusive and holistic.
In this webinar, she will be discussing
- the science about what is happening in the body of someone living with PCOS
- the dangers of following restrictive diets while living with PCOS
- the benefits of intuitive eating for people living with PCOS
- review of the first intuitive eating principle for people living with PCOS
- some general nutrition recommendations to manage common symptoms
Please contact Bianca if you have any questions! [email protected]
Sign up here: https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1756/pcos-management-the-intuitive-eating-approach
"Did you know dieting CAN worsen your PCOS symptoms?
Swipe to learn how!
To learn more and how to help manage your PCOS without dieting, join us at our July Webinar!
We will be discussing
- the science about what is happening in the body of someone living with PCOS
- the dangers of following restrictive diets while living with PCOS
- the benefits of intuitive eating for people living with PCOS
- review of the first intuitive eating principle for people living with PCOS
- some general nutrition recommendations to manage common symptoms
Presented by Bianca Santaromita-Villa, RD. Bianca is a registered dietitian who has dedicated her career to the health of people with female-reproductive organs. She graduated with a Bsc. Bachelor of Nutrition Sciences at the University of Ottawa and completed additional Dietiitan Training from the PCOS Nutrition Centre. Her approach is non-diet, weight inclusive and holistic.
Sign up here: https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1756/pcos-management-the-intuitive-eating-approach
Please contact Bianca for any questions.
[email protected]
📣 BIG Announcement 📣
I have officially joined this wonderful team of dietitians associated with the Loblaws and YIGs in the Ottawa area.
While I will continue to support the Provigo stores in Gatineau, I will also be offering consultation at the Loblaws stores in Gloucester, Vanier, and College Square. If you see me around these stores, do not hesitate to say hello! 👋
For content specific to Gatineau and Quebec, please follow my Quebec Team page:
Vos nutritionnistes en épicerie Provigo
✨PS I still have availabilities for nutrition consultations this summer!
Contact me today for a free 15 minute discovery call and to find out how I can support you in meeting your nutrition goals 🥑🍳🍊🥐🍒
Are you curious about the role nutrition plays for an active lifestyle? Are you hoping to make the most of your workouts by optimizing your nutrition?🍊
Join Registered Dietitians Megan J., Your Dietitian at Provigo and I for this FREE 30-minute webinar on Eating Well for an Active Lifestyle on Wednesday, July 6th at 7PM. We will be covering what to look for in your pre- and post-workout meal as well as how to stay adequately hydrated while exercising. We will also be answering some popular questions such as “Should I be using protein powder?” and “Are sports drinks or gels necessary?”.
Can't make it live? Sign up and you'll have access to the recording!
https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1786/eating-well-for-an-active-lifestyle
Are you curious about the role nutrition plays for an active lifestyle? Are you hoping to make the most of your workouts by optimizing your nutrition? Join Registered Dietitians Glenna and Megan for this FREE 30-minute webinar on Eating Well for an Active Lifestyle. They will be covering what to loo...
A bit more about me🤗
PS: check out our Quebec Dietitian Team’s page! Follow along for more recipes, nutrition tips, and food finds from all the dietitians across Quebec 👇
🤗 Brin de jasette entre nutritionnistes!
Cette semaine, on vous présente Glenna Martel 😄👋
1️⃣ Ce que tu mets toujours dans ton panier d’épicerie? Du brocoli et des oeufs🥦🥚
2️⃣ Ta destination voyage de rêve? L'Afrique 🦒
3️⃣ Ton passe-temps préféré? Des randonnées et lecture de biographies ou de romans à suspense 🚶♀️📔
4️⃣ Ton succès culinaire devenu un classique à tout coup? Enchiladas 🌶
5️⃣ Ta phobie? Les rats 🐀
6️⃣ La saveur de crème glacée qui te représente le mieux? Saveur de café parce que je suis pleine d'énergie (et parce que j'aime le café 😍)
7️⃣ Ton film ou ta série préféré(e)? New Girl 🧍♀️🧍🧍♂️🧍
8️⃣ « Fun fact » sur toi? J'ai grandi dans une ferme 🏡
9️⃣ Ta job de rêve quand tu étais enfant? Physiothérapeute 🏃♀️
🔟 À quoi on peut s’attendre en te rencontrant? Un environnement sans jugement et un sourire amical! 🤗💛
🎉 Exciting news to share!
The Provigo Dietitians will soon be creating a team page!
This means that my page will be merged into the brand-new one that will soon be up and running. You'll be automatically redirected to this new page to continue following fun nutrition content from ALL of us on the Provigo Dietitian team! 🥑🍉🍍🍋
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out!☺️
Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful Moms out there! Wishing you a day full of good company and good food 🥰🌷
When it comes to nutrients, we believe that food is best source for vitamins and minerals. 🥬🍊
During pregnancy, however, it can be difficult to meet your nutrient requirements with food alone. This is because we have increased nutrient needs and can have a lower food intake when experiencing food aversions or nausea/vomiting. In this case, multivitamins can be very helpful! BUT, it is important to check the nutrition label. 🤔
What do you think of the supplement below? Would you recommend it or is something missing? We will be answering this question in our upcoming webinar!
To learn more about nutrients, supplements, and the basics of eating healthy during pregnancy, Tizziana C., Votre Diététiste-Nutritionniste Provigo and I will be offering a FREE 30-minute webinar on Thursday, May 12th at 7:00 pm.
👉Register here: https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1747/healthy-eating-during-pregnancy
Happy Earth Day!🌎
Today on April 22nd, let's take some time to celebrate this wonderful earth we live on and show support for environmental sustainability.
To celebrate Earth Day, I thought I would share some tips to incorporate environmental sustainability through our food choices.
Tip #1: Incorporate more plant-based proteins into your diet. Replacing some meat products with plant-based products is one way great to reduce our carbon footprint. Try options such as beans, lentils, or tofu.
Tip #2: Try freezing produce before it goes bad. Use these frozen fruits and veggies in smoothies, baking, or sauces. This prevents these foods from ending up in the landfill.
Tip #3: Don't be afraid to pick the imperfect produce in the grocery store. They often still taste as delicious and can still be used in many recipes. This is another way to prevent food from ending up in the landfill.
How are you going to celebrate Earth Day today? 🌎
Share in the comments below!
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I don’t know about you but I am trying to hold onto every last ounce of fall. It comes and goes too quickly! Butternut squash is a true taste of fall but lucky for us, this squash will be around in the winter too. Just look at the colour in this dish! It has the consistency of mashed potatoes with sweetness of squash, some ricotta cheese for extra smoothness and protein and added deliciousness of roasted garlic. Turn this beautiful purée into a pasta sauce by adding some cooking water to it to thin it out OR make a soup by adding stock to it OR even just serve it alongside your favourite protein. . . . #Dietitian #Nutrition #YourOttawaDietitianTeam #Loblaws #YourIndependentGrocer #Fall #ButternutSquash
Fall is here🍂 However, it’s not all sweater weather and pumpkin spice lattes. With it brings the dreaded cold and flu season! 🤧 If you’re interested in learning about the role nutrition plays in supporting your immune health, join me on October 19th at 6:00 pm for this 1-hour webinar. I will be explaining what immunity is, going over foods that can support our immune health, guide you in building balanced meals for immunity, and providing you with tips to stay healthy this cold and flu season🥦🍅🥝🍒🍊 ✨Use this link to register: https://dietitianwebinars.ca/webinars/1886 /nutrition-for-immune-health #loblawsdietitian #dietitianwebinar #immunity
YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS! 🥭This 2-ingredient Mango Whip has to be one of the easiest and most refreshing desserts I have tried. All you have to do is blend together 1 bag of frozen mangos and about 1/4 of a can of coconut milk. Simple as that! The finale product is creamy and delicious 🌞What’s your favourite summer dessert?💛#dietitian #loblawsdietitian #mangowhip
✨Workplace Wellness Tip! Today, my colleague Tizziana C., Votre Diététiste-Nutritionniste Provigo is sharing the benefits of healthy snacks during the workday and some of her favourite snack recommendations.🍎🥜 Interested in learning more? This Thursday I will be hosting a free webinar on Healthy Eating in the Workplace, wherever that may be for you. If you are interested in attending, please use this link to register: https://bit.ly/3K8v37m
✨MINDSET SHIFT✨ How many of us have been caught up in diet mentality one too many times?🙋♀️ We choose foods based on what we think we should want versus what we actually want. This internal “tug of war” does a lot more damage than good. We put those forbidden foods up on a pedestal which makes us only want them more! With mindfulness mentality, we look at all foods as equal. We choose foods based on preference and what will please us in that moment. We enjoy those foods until we are satisfied and then we move on! Interested in how you can learn to be in this “mindfulness mentality”? Join me this Thursday where I will discuss all the benefits of eating mindfully, as well as provide you with practical tips you can use to achieve mindful eating.🤗 👉To register for this FREE webinar click this link: https://bit.ly/3FR0bpt #nutriprovigo #provigodietitian
Who else loves a good burrito bowl?🙋♀️ Burrito bowls are probably one of my favourite options for takeout. However, there are many benefits to making your go-to takeout meals at home including… ✨Cost! It is usually much cheaper to make meals at home, especially when you consider cost per serving. ✨You can have more control over the nutritional value of the meal. ✨You can completely customize everything to your tastes. Take a look at my at-home burrito bowl recipe: - Brown rice - Lettuce - Ground turkey (cooked in taco seasoning) - Tomatoes - Black beans - Corn - Tomato - Red onions - Chipotle sauce (I love the PC Chipotle Crema) - Cilantro - Squeeze of lime juice - and Cheese All amounts of ingredients can be based on your hunger level and taste preferences. What’s your favourite burrito bowl topping?🥑
✨BEHIND THE SCENES✨ My team and I had so much fun filming for our YouTube channel last week. Stay tuned for upcoming videos (and most definitely some bloopers🤪)! Check out our YouTube channel for past videos from my team: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6lRjgrCgwgLINsvur_4rJg/videos BIG thank you to my colleague Kathleen for making this video!❤️ #nutriprovigo #YouTube #Provigo
Joyeuses fêtes de mon équipe à la vôtre! ❤🎉 Happy Holidays from my team to yours ❤🎉 Wishing you all a great holiday season full of good company, good times, and good food!😍🍗🧁🍊
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