Meal Planning Archives - Andrea Miller MHSc, RD Consulting Dietitian

Healthy Eating in the New Year: Intuitive Eating

by andream Published January 4, 2021 Leave a comment

Written by: Laura Chimenti BSc (cand)

Reviewed by: Andrea Miller MHSc, RD, FDC

The year 2020 was definitely one for the books and one we definitely will never forget. However, with the New Year comes a new opportunity to hit the reset button and better yourself and your health.

With the New Year comes New Year’s resolutions and many people often set resolutions that pertain to their eating habits. This often includes the start of a new diet, however, for those of you who have dieted before, you may know that most diets are not sustainable and can lead to a negative or restrictive mentality. Improving your health doesn’t have to be stressful or unenjoyable. In fact, you can still eat all the foods you love minus the guilt through intuitive eating.

A Quick Guide to Managing Food Cravings

by andream Published November 27, 2020 Leave a comment

Written by Sharon Charles BSc Nutrition

Reviewed by Andrea Miller MHSc, RD, FDC

We have all been in a situation where we start craving a certain food item and the feeling overwhelms you. Although food cravings are not inherently bad, feelings of guilt or shame may creep in later as we feel defeated and less in control of our bodies. But what causes these food cravings? Learning what causes our cravings can provide insight on how to manage them better.

Easy Meal Prep

by andream Published September 15, 2020September 28, 2020 Leave a comment

By Gaby Burt-D’Agnillo, BSc

Reviewed by Andrea Miller MHSc, RD, FDC

Today, we’re discussing easy and healthy meal preparation ideas. With a little bit of planning, it’s not as hard as you may think to create a quick and balanced meal to feed the whole family. The more you practice effective meal planning techniques, the easier it gets! Keep reading for healthy meal preparation tips and tricks, and recipes that only require a few simple ingredients.

A Quick Guide on Reducing Food Waste at Home!

by andream Published August 31, 2020 Leave a comment

Written by Sharon Charles BSc Nutrition (Candidate)

Reviewed by Andrea Miller MHSc, RD

Have you ever looked through your fridge in search of spinach only to find a bag of wilted leaves you can no longer use for your salad? I know I have! There have been many times when I have had to throw out food and felt frustrated at having wasted not only food, but resources such as time, money, and the effort to produce that food. Over the years, I have learned to reduce my food waste at home and become more responsible and thoughtful of how I use the resources available to me.

Nutrition for Immune Health

by andream Published May 23, 2020 2 Comments

Guest writer: Tanya Cullen RD, CDE

Reviewed by: Andrea Miller, MHSc, RD, FDC

Has it very happened to you that you get over one cold when another starts? Do you ask yourself if there is something you can do to either reduce how long you are sick or how often you are getting sick? There are some helpful strategies that I want to share with you.

Bring Back the Joy of Cooking During COVID-19!

by andream Published March 24, 2020 Leave a comment

Written by Sharon Charles BSc Nutrition (Candidate)

Reviewed by Andrea Miller MHSc, RD

Dietitian note: Sharon was going to write this post on our 2020 Nutrition month theme. She pivoted beautifully and changed her theme, to help us all find silver linings in this time of uncertainty. Well-done, Sharon. To everyone- stay well, be safe and enjoy cooking and eating at home, during this time. Andrea

March is The Best Month of The Year: Nutrition Month

by andream Published March 8, 2020 Leave a comment

Written by: Laura Chimenti BSc Candidate

Reviewed by: Andrea Miller MHSc, RD

It’s that time of year again! Time to whip out your cutting boards and cookbooks as we all take time the next few weeks to gain a deeper understanding about our own personal health and nutrition.

With this year’s theme of “More Than Food”, nutrition month goes deeper than just what we eat, and includes the importance of how we eat. This theme goes hand in hand with Canada’s Food Guide which was recently updated in 2019 to include information and tips about where, when, why and how you eat. Some of these tips include:

Top 10 Kitchen Hacks

by andream Published February 5, 2020 Leave a comment

Written by Erika Martin BSc Nutrition Candidate

Reviewed by Andrea Miller MHSc, RD

With the hustle and bustle of our busy lives, it can be difficult to find the time or energy to prepare wholesome meals, on a regular basis. There are many ways to save time and stay organized in the kitchen. Kitchen “hacks” are popping up all over the internet, showing innovative ways to organize kitchen storage spaces and simplify otherwise time-consuming aspects of meal preparation. To save you some more time, we have compiled our top 10 kitchen hacks that you can implement to be more efficient, save some money and hopefully motivate you to try something new.

Easing into Meal Planning

by andream Published October 28, 2019 Leave a comment

Written by Sharon Charles BSc Nutrition (Candidate)

Reviewed by Andrea Miller MHSc, RD

Meal planning has become very trendy, these days from social media platforms promoting healthier lifestyles to aesthetically pleasing Pinterest boards that tempt you to get cooking. And let me tell you – I am here for it! I am rather obsessed with meal planning and for (many) good reasons, which I am here to share with you today. Here are my top five reasons why you should consider meal planning:

All About Breakfast

by andream Published October 1, 2019 Leave a comment

Written by Erika Martin BSc Nutrition Candidate

Reviewed by Andrea Miller MHSc, RD

Have you ever wondered if breakfast really is the most important meal of the day? Essentially, breakfast is an important meal and eating breakfast on a regular basis has many benefits. The word “breakfast” or “break the fast” refers to eating something after “fasting” for 8 to 12 hours. It allows the body to refuel after a period of not eating. Eating breakfast also kickstarts your metabolism for the day, letting your body know that it won’t need to conserve calories in order to make it through the day. This, in turn, helps your body to work more efficiently, throughout your day. Sometimes during busy mornings or after hitting snooze one too many times, it can be hard to find the time to prepare and eat a balanced breakfast but fitting it in can really make a difference to how you feel for the rest of the day. Here are some quick and easy tips and recipes to help you stay on track and make healthy breakfasts a regular part of your day.