Nutrition Knowledge Centre
Evidence-based nutrition articles, practical guides, and recipes from Foodoc registered dietitians.
Anorexia Nervosa - In the Eyes of an Insider
Olga Kovtun's opinion about Anorexia Nervosa
Read article →FRComprendre les étiquettes alimentaires 2019 - Guide des diététistes
Comparer des produits similaires à l'épicerie pour trouver le produit le plus nutritif peut être très déroutant. Santé Canada a fait des efforts considérables pour faciliter nos processus de sélection et nous devons également accomplir notre part. Comprendre les messages derrière les informations affichées sur les emballages est la première étape.
Read article →ENCostco Shopping Guide - What Dietitians Buy
A registered dietitian shares 20 practical, dietitian-approved Costco grocery choices.
Read article →ENDietitian's point: Milking plants
It’s never been easier to try plant-based alternatives to dairy. The potential benefits for yourself, the environment and for animal welfare are immense. For more information, speak to a Registered Dietitian – we’re trained to help you decipher fact from fiction!
Read article →ENeating around the holidays
Read eating around the holidays from Foodoc's registered dietitian knowledge centre.
Read article →ENExercise During Pregnancy
Whether you were previously active or not, exercise is probably one of the first things pregnant women ask about: Is exercise safe for me and my baby? What kind of exercise can I do? What is an appropriate intensity?
Read article →ENFood Labeling - Guide by Dietitians
Comparing similar products in the grocery store to find the most nutritious one can be very confusing. Health Canada has made their efforts to facilitate our selection processes, and we need to accomplish our part as well. Understanding the messages behind the information shown on the packages is the first step.
Read article →ENFood Safety - What Dietitians Do
Foodborne illness could get to us easily and its chance of success is even greater in hot and moist weather. If you don’t want guests of your barbeque party end up being in the washroom all day next day, it’s a good idea to learn how to handle food safely.
Read article →ENFoodoc Dietitian Manual
Manual for dietitian onboarding and using Foodoc
Read article →ENFoods High In Calcium
Obtain iron from these food sources and you might not need supplement anymore. Find out what foods are good sources of iron. Trusted nutrition information from registered dietitians.
Read article →ENFoods High In Iron
Obtain iron from these food sources and you might not need supplement anymore. Find out what foods are good sources of iron. Trusted nutrition information from registered dietitians.
Read article →ENFruits and Herb Infused Water
Hydrating, pretty and nutritious. Let it be at work, while cooking, during and after workout, or when you are just chilling on a weekend day, it would never fails to quench your thirst and keeps you hydrated.
Read article →ENHealthy Chickpea Peanut Butter Cookie
Vegan, gluten-free, no added sugar and easy to make. Everyone will love it! Throw everything into a food processor, roll, press and bake - that’s how easy it is to make.
Read article →FRLa sécurité alimentaire – Ce que font les nutritionnistes
Les maladies d'origine alimentaire pourraient nous atteindre facilement et ses chances de succès sont amplifiées par la température chaude et humide. Si vous ne voulez pas que les invités de votre fête de barbecue se retrouvent dans les toilettes toute la journée au lendemain, c'est une bonne idée d'apprendre à manipuler les aliments en toute sécurité.
Read article →ENNutrition and Depression - Dietitian’s View
Research indicates that whole, plant-based foods can help improve mental health. That’s wonderful because those same foods can also help prevent heart disease, cancer and other chronic diseases! All of this makes sense because: what’s good for the mind, is also good for the body and vice versa. Seek the advice of a Registered Dietitian if you need help with your nutrition goals.
Read article →ENPCOS and Nutrition
Proper nutrition, exercise and stress management does not only to deal with current struggles like excess hair or reproduction, but also to prevent chronic illnesses. For those that are overweight or obese, it might be a better idea to shift your focus from number on the scale to actual foods. When we improve our lifestyle and practice mindful eating, weight loss will follow.
Read article →ENPregnancy Do's and Don'ts
After moments of excitement, the first thing you ask is probably what would I have to do differently now? This article has summarized six dos and six don'ts that would be essential to keep in mind throughout the pregnancy.
Read article →FRRégimes végétarien et végétalien - Nutriments que les diététistes préoccupent
Si vous envisagez de passer à un régime végétarien ou végétalien, vous devez penser à quels nutriments je devrais faire attention et comment prévenir les carences. Un régime à base de plantes élimine non seulement les aliments d'origine animale, mais consiste également à choisir judicieusement des aliments nutritifs et variés.
Read article →ENSeafoods High in Mercury
Fish provides tons of benefit, but it is a good idea to focus on seafoods with low mercury levels, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have little children at home or planning to get pregnant.
Read article →ENVegetarian and Vegan Diets - Nutrients Dietitians Think About
If you are thinking about transitioning to vegetarian or vegan diet, you must be thinking what are the nutrients I should be cautious of, and how to prevent deficiency? A plant-based diet is not only eliminating foods from animal sources, but also means selecting nutritious and diverse food items wisely.
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