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After years of being on the pill, I did my research on switching to an IUD (intrauterine device), and a few months ago — I got one. Today, I’m going over the IUD basics, clarifying a few misconceptions and sharing my experience. I have always had heavy and extremely painful periods. It wasn’t until university …
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After completing my degree and dietetic internship, I wanted to find the right job as quickly as possible. Finding a job is a stressful process so I've teamed up with Dietitians to create a series of blogs providing tips to help you secure that dream job. A year ago, I graduated from the St. Michael's …
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Growing up in India and the Middle East, my mother and relatives had a homemade remedy for every ailment, from medical conditions to a pesky pimple. I've taken the advice from Indian aunties and Bollywood stars to give you easy, budget-friendly ways to pamper your skin. My mum taught me that no matter the problem, the …
Is there a connection between mental health and diet? A growing body of literature suggests so. I've dug into the research on how nutrition can play a key role in mental health, including major mental illnesses, and I've got practical tips on how you can use food to help treat depression. Depression is the most common …
Don’t feel like cooking for the next week? I’ve got a solution for you - My 5 Day No-Cook Meal Plan. During my early university years, I was a poor cook; I moved around a lot and did not always have access to cooking appliances or cookware. Despite these challenges, I wanted to eat relatively …
On my recent holiday in Mexico, I wanted to enjoy some refreshing drinks, but without all the sugar and with some sort of nutritional benefits. I did my research, and a little experimenting, to create a list of my top 9 summer drinks that you can make yourself or order at the bar. 'Healthy' is …
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During my years in university and internship, it was imperative to stay on a budget for everything – including what I ate. So, I made an effort to budget my groceries, while making sure I was well-fed and eating healthy. Eating well doesn't have to be expensive. When I lived in Toronto, Ontario, my cost …
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Applying to dietetic internships was hands-down the most stressful experience in my life. It’s been almost a year since graduating from my internship program at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, and I’m hoping to help any RD2Bes on your path to scoring the internship of your dreams. Before I begin, this blog is intended for …
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Strength training and good nutrition are the foundation to building muscle, achieving that desired physique and boosting your resting metabolism. In my previous blog Nutrition Tips to Maximize Your Workout, I addressed what to eat before, during and after a workout to maximize your efforts in the gym. Today, I’ve got 5 tips to help …
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Not too long after a meal, I occasionally find myself bloated, gassy and holding my ‘food baby’. Am I legitimately concerned? Not really, it’s a sign that my stomach and intestines are doing their job. According to a recent study, about 10 to 30% of healthy people, without any gastrointestinal issues experience regular bloating after …
