The elevation of liver enzymes like AST,ALT, ALP and GGT are often the first things that might alert a healthcare provider to the possible presence of a fatty liver when looking at blood work alone. While these liver enzymes may be elevated for other reasons, the most likely explanation for
I’m so thrilled to be able introduce everyone to my latest Kaleigraphy writing and social media program client Amanda. Amanda is a dietitian and new mom who specializes in nutrition education for new parents. She is the owner of Nudge Nutrition and has a real passion for teaching new parents
With the release of my 5 Ingredient Pescatarian Cook Book just over a week away, it’s time to really flex my mussels. Today’s recipe, detailed below in all its glory, features mussels in curried coconut milk. Mussels, for those who may not know, are very much a “Seafood Superfood” and
With only 4 weeks until release, I am thrilled to be able to share another behind the scenes look into one of the 75 epic five-ingredient pescatarian recipes you can expect to find in my book. This simple yet delicious recipe is flooded with veggies including kale, spinach, garlic, onion
Now that it is legal in Canada, there is no use tiptoeing around the subject of marijuana and health. As a dietitian, my professional activities are centred around empowering people to make decisions within their own contexts to achieve the best possible health, whatever that may mean to them. Before
There is a great deal of interest surrounding the potential connection between the consumption of soy-based foods and the normal functioning of the thyroid gland. With that in mind, today’s article will aim to explore two major questions: 1. Does soy intake increase one’s risk of thyroid disorders? 2. Do
Most of us have heard the term “whole grain” but how many of us truly understand what that even means? I am willing to bet not that many and, if you think you do, I am willing to bet further that my article today will throw your confidence into question
Sugar(s) is one of the hottest and most misunderstood topics in the field of nutrition today. Most people think that sugar(s) containing foods are the root cause for all public health issues, so much so that I have encountered clients who even avoid fruit because they are scared about the
I have some very exciting news to share! You all know much time and effort I put into my blog and that commitment has not gone unnoticed. SleepHealthEnergy.com recently released a list of their top 25 Nutrition Bloggers To Follow in 2017 and AndyTheRD.com came in at the 23rd spot.
