My Wife the Dietitian

After a prenatal class that Sandra facilitated today, she quizzed Rob on some of the questions regarding food safety for pregnant moms or those who are immunocompromised. This one is fun, despite the serious topic. Episodes referenced Ep 68 Earth Month with Meredith Cushing Food Waste https://youtu.be/f-NHsdolwJE?si=FgV2hz9YXrXrXFiz Ep 122 Health Benefits of Resistant Starch https://youtu.be/6S8Tc...

Word on the street (aka social media land) is that grains cause inflammation. Well, let's break this down, so, you know what to eat and if it will help or hurt your health. Stay until the end to get through to the meat and crusts of this whole grain sandwich:) Episodes mentioned include: Ep 84 Why are Whole Grains Better for Blood Sugar Control with Kelly Springer, RD. https://youtu.be/zJ2iHJH...

Are processed meats ok to include in a healthy diet? If so, how much and why is there a concern with processed meats? Today's Nutrition Nuggets is a discussion about processed meats and if we should eat them. References: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/faq-exactly-processed-meat-avoid-questions https://www.aicr.org/cancer-prevention/food-facts/processed-meat/ Enjoying the show? Consider l...

Today's episode is based on a question from a listener: "I sometimes have bloating and cramps after drinking milk. Should I eliminate dairy?" Have you ever wondered if you have lactose intolerance?  What foods have lactose and how much? Why do people develop a lactose intolerance and what can they do about it. Lots of interesting discussions around lactose and dairy in this episode....

Many people's childhood memories of boiled frozen peas have turned them off (for life) of all frozen vegetables. Too bad....since, this is a great way to get a variety (and rainbow) of produce into your weekly diet. We also know that people who include frozen produce in their weekly intake have overall better quality diets and reach their recommended daily veg/fruit targets than those who only...

Are farmed fish as healthy as wild? What are some differences with farmed vs wild fish? Is there a difference in omega-3 levels in the differently raised fish? How to buy and what to look for when purchasing fish in the grocery store? These are just a few of the questions that we discuss. Taken from an email question from a listener, we dive deep into the sea and lakes about this fishy issue. Refe...

Moist, yet tender and crunchy cornbread.....what a perfect pairing for homemade chili. With just the right key ingredients, such as yogurt and cream-style corn, your homemade cornbread can be a delicious, fibre-licious addition  to complement any bean dish or meal. Join Rob and Sandra for this corny discussion about the health benefits of this gluten-free, vitamin-rich cornbread. Episodes mentione...

Eggs. One of Mother Nature's most perfect foods, packaged so perfectly. Eggs are a nutritional powerhouse and much of that nutrition is in the yolk. Many people just eat the whites though. There's not a good reason to regularly separate the yolk from the white. The yolk has some incredible benefits with the nutrients that are available and eggs are one of the only ways to get one nutrient...

Not just fresh and delicious, lemons are packed with vitamin C, as well as other important cancer fighting nutrients in the peel. Tune in to hear about all of the amazing health benefits that lemons offer as well as some great ways to use them. Episodes mentioned include: The Surprising Health Benefits of Tea (Ep 165) https://youtu.be/-a_NJYMksMM Enjoying the show? Consider leaving a 5 star review...

What makes the biggest difference to health? What helps improve overall quality and length of life? If this could be bottled, it would be the biggest discovery and help so many people around the world. Tune in today to hear all about this incredible intervention to prevent chronic disease and to improve longevity and quality of life. Episodes to refer back to: Lower Blood Pressure with 5 minute Ex...

Plain white rice cooked with water night after night can get a little boring. Or, just using instant rice or pre-packaged convenient rice for your starch can also be monotonous, not to mention, loaded with sodium and preservatives. Today, we discuss ways to uplevel your rice dish for more variety, flavour and nutritional value. Episodes mentioned include: Brown Rice vs White Rice - Which is Health...

Tea for two and two for tea.....and tea for me, I love tea! And, tea loves you. This topic is long overdue, as, tea is one of the most popular and commonly consumed beverages globally, next to water. It has a plethora of health benefits and can add life to your years and years to your life aka longevity. The brain, the heart, the gut and even the gums and oral health, are just a few of the aspects...

A listener asks "Do you think it's ok to have a bit of fish every day? What about for kids?" We discuss the idea of including fish daily on this nutrition nugget. Thanks for the great question! Episodes referenced include: Nutrition Nuggets 56 - Best Small Fish to Eat (SMASH) https://youtu.be/6D3CndQ4Ro0 Nutrition Nuggets 92 - 7 Benefits of Eating Seafood https://youtu.be/yuMirD6X Ep...

First there was probiotics. Then, we heard all about prebiotics. Now, get ready for postbiotics! Today, we discuss what these three elements of a diverse microbiome are and why they are important for a healthy gut. Episodes mentioned: Improve Gut Health with Probiotic Foods (Ep 108) https://youtu.be/Iff9uHvok4g The Health Benefits of Resistant Starch (Ep 122) https://youtu.be/6S8TcEP3Xwk Brown Ric...

After reviewing seven different recipes for black bean brownies, Sandra has been experimenting in the kitchen and Rob is the guinea pig. Today, we discuss the benefits of adding beans four times a week to your diet, and how including beans can help with many aspects of your health. Episodes mentioned include: Ep 7. Food with Benefits - Sexy Foods part 2 https://youtu.be/mTmaTYF31vIEp 14. The MIND...

Today, we discuss how to increase vitamin intake without relying on supplements. While some people do require supplements to meet their nutritional requirements due to chronic conditions, medications, or restrictive eating patterns, the general population can meet the majority of their nutritional needs by eating the right foods. We discuss the reasons that vitamins are necessary for health and ho...

While watching added fats and sodium during meals, what about sauces and dressings? This question comes from a listener and Sandra hears this question from clients a lot. Many dishes are flavoured with delicious sauces. How can we add flavour and zing to a meal without drowning it in a commercially prepared sauce? Tune in to hear about some healthy ideas for sauces, dressings and dips. Enjoying th...

It seems to be more of a struggle to include veggies during the winter. In summer, there's more opportunities to eat locally grown, fresh produce and lots of salads and smoothies. In winter, our health really can benefit from including vegetables every day. Today, we discuss some key aspects of the nutrition that vegetables can offer and ways to include more in the winter. ⁠ Click here for a study...

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After some alarming health test results, Rob is on the hunt for some low sodium foods. He finds the 'red light' (too high 15% D.V. on labels) on many of his favourite foods and searches for alternatives to his standard fare. Listen in to see what Rob finds and to hear some suggestions of how to deal with this common issue. Episodes mentioned: Ep 36. Dash of Salt https://youtu.be/IZUEIIV8p1...

Will ground flaxseeds turn rancid when added to hot cereal or baking? This question comes from a listener of the show and it's a question that Rob has inquired about too. Tune in to hear some golden nuggets of information about flaxseeds. Some resources to consider: https://www.flaxcouncil.ca/about-flax/food https://healthyflax.org/about-flax/index.php https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26071633/ Pre...

Today, we get personal and talk all about what a birth doula/lactation counsellor does to help new moms through the process of navigating and advocating for a healthy, successful, and (hopefully) satisfying birth experience. We discuss what the top struggles are for new moms who are trying to breastfeed. Marnie Wynans has 5 sons of her own, plus grandchildren, and she is passionate about creating...

Today, we discuss a recent case study about a woman who was taking Ozempic and the disturbing side effects she experienced. She subsequently launched a lawsuit against the weight loss medication company. We discuss these side effects as well as the future of these weight loss meds. Episodes mentioned include: Ozempic and Weight Loss Meds: Get the Skinny - with Rhonda Krick RD (Ep 152) https://yout...

Today, we take a question from a listener, who asks... "is insulin resistance the same as diabetes?" Diabetes is a growing epidemic in our modern society and we discuss some stats about diabetes and insulin resistance, plus, talk about the difference in these two conditions. What does insulin resistance lead to and what does having type 2 diabetes lead to? For our call to action and take-away mess...

How does eating MORE food actually help to lose weight? We're not talking about any and all food.....we're talking about food with nutritional density. Instead of counting calories and restricting every mouthful of food, so that you feel like you are depriving yourself and it feels soul sucking to get through your day, we are talking about having a plan and being organized to include all o...