Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects about 5 million Canadians, with an even greater number more suffering from other transient or undiagnosed digestive issues such as gas, bloating, indigestion and constipation. Many of these issues are directly related dietary habits, and potentially a result of eating too much of certain foods that are
A migraine can be a highly unpleasant and even agonizing experience to deal with for those who suffer from them on a regular basis. They are responsible for a great deal of time away from school and work, loss of quality of life and medication expenses in those who suffer from them. I
In my last article, I introduced nine important foods that most people should be eating more often to help balance their nutrient intake. Today, I am focusing on the other end of the spectrum and highlighting two popular food items that should have little or no place in your diet,
Cancer is the number one killer of Canadians and one of the premier public health concerns of our generation. As a public health professional, I take cancer prevention very seriously. It has been nearly a decade since cancer first surpassed heart disease as the leading cause of death in Canada, and the
Gas, bloating and consptitation are digestive issues that we will all encounter at some point in our lives. They are normal human experiences, but that does not mean they are plesant or enjoyable to go through. Today’s posting will discuss strategies that you can employ to help overcome occasional bouts of gas,
Pregnant? Today’s posting will offer you a thorough overview of many of the important nutritional considerations you will need to keep in mind as you progress through your trimesters all the way through until child birth. Pregnancy is a miraculous and wonderful time for most woman, but also a time that
David Jenkins is a Toronto-based clinician scientist at the forefront of nutrition research in Canada and across the globe. He is credited with the development of the glycemic index in the 1980s and in the early 2000s his novel research venture led to the identification of a specific dietary pattern that helps reduce “bad” cholesterol (LDL) levels. He
I must admit that I currently eat a significant amount of animal protein. I have a relatively high caloric intake and my eating pattern generally includes the consumption of multiple servings of fish,meat, chicken or eggs on a daily basis. I thoroughly enjoy animal products and always have. I consumed animal protein today and will almost certainly eat
What does it mean to eat healthy? That is a difficult question and the answer will depend on who you ask. Today I will explore my personal and professional definition of healthy eating and shed light on a concept that should help just about anyone eat a little better. My blog is
