Dietitian Tips Fall/Winter Health & NutritionFight Winter Blues with Good Nutrition Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD November is here. With shorter daylight hours and more rain in many parts of the country, our mood can be affected. In addition to trying to get outside more and be active, some simple diet changes can help you curb Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Diet Strategies to… Read More
Dietitian Tips Spring/SummerExplore Various Sugars with Lentils This Summer Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD Have you ever noticed that there’s a new product every time you shop for sugar at the grocery store? With kids out of school and summer time days off, many of us are cooking and baking more at home. Why not explore various sugar this summer with… Read More
Dietitian Tips Health & NutritionBest Snacks for a Good Night’s Sleep Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD Best Snacks for a Good Night's Sleep Spring is upon us and now is the perfect time to think about the quantity and quality of your sleep. Odds are, you're not getting enough. Most Canadians get far less than the recommended 7-9 hours a night, and that… Read More
Dietitian Tips Health & Nutrition8 Foods to Lower Blood Pressure This Heart Month Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD 8 Foods to Lower Blood Pressure This Heart Month February is Heart Month and is a great time to lower your blood pressure. The Public Health Agency of Canada reports that 22% of Canadian adults are living with high blood pressure. Given that 17% of these individuals… Read More
Dietitian Tips Health & Nutrition5 Strategies To Smart Snacking At Work Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD Eating well at work can be challenging, say 45% of Canadians according to a recent survey conducted by Ipsos Reid. Often times, we do prepare a lunch box to bring to the workplace and ensure it’s healthy and wholesome. However, the afternoon snack time is when we… Read More
Dietitian Tips Spring/Summer Health & Nutrition5 Steps to Prepare a Gluten-Free Father’s Day BBQ Party Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD Planning a Father's Day barbecue party? But what if your dad needs a gluten-free way to enjoy his burger? Here are some simple ideas that do not require being a gluten-free expert. Simple Gluten-Free Burger Ideas for Dad 1. Make a gluten-free burger patty from scratch Store-bought… Read More
Dietitian Tips Spring/Summer Health & Nutrition Kids5 High-Protein Summer Snacks On The Go Just like any meal, a well-balanced snack should also contain some protein-rich food. Most of us pay attention to cooking a well-balanced meal. But we don't pay as much attention when it comes to preparing snacks. Just like any meal, a well-balanced snack should also contain some protein-rich food. Why is protein so important? Not… Read More
Dietitian Tips Health & NutritionLentils for Breakfast? Science Says YES! You probably don’t think of lentils as being a regular breakfast food. But you might want to start! A new study from researchers at Carleton University, published online in advance of the January 2013 issue of a scientific journal LWT – Food Science and Technology, found that the antioxidant properties of lentils may enhance the… Read More
Dietitian Tips Fall/Winter Health & NutritionSmall Healthy Eating Resolutions You Can Keep In 2015 Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD With January rolling in, New Year resolutions are once again everyone’s hot topic. The good news is, eating healthy is often in the top 3 resolutions. The bad news is, by February, most people have forgotten about it, or couldn’t stick to it and hence have given… Read More
Dietitian Tips Health & NutritionTop Foods For Good Breast Health Written by Canadian Lentils Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In addition of wearing pink, eat these foods that help promote good breast health. Top 5 Foods For Good Breast Health: 1. Cruciferous Veggies Broccoli, kale, cabbage, cauliflower, collard greens all belong to this group. In addition to being high in… Read More
Dietitian Tips Health & NutritionZest Up Your Gluten-Free Snacks May is Celiac Disease Awareness Month. Whether it’s a necessity or by choice, going gluten-free can be an adventure for you and your family! For many, finding tasty gluten-free snacks is a challenge. Many commercial snacks are high in carbs or sugar but low in nutritional values. So ignite your inner foodie by exploring gluten-free… Read More
Dietitian Tips Health & NutritionUsing Lentils to Help Manage Type 2 Diabetes November is Diabetes Month in Canada, and November 14 is World Diabetes Day. That means it’s a great time to talk about how a diet rich in legumes – including lentils – can help regulate blood sugar and improve glycemic control, both important factors in managing type 2 diabetes. It’s been known for some time… Read More
