LIFE AS A DIETITIAN

I decided to move away from the healthy recipes and great tips for one day and be honest and real about life as a dietitian. Below are a few of the things that we have to deal with daily: The first thing most people ask me when we meet is; can I give them a meal plan...
Something Fishy – Sandwiches with a Twist

Something Fishy – Sandwiches with a Twist

There is no need to exclude bread from your diet if you want to achieve weight loss. Rather choose whole wheat / low GI / increased protein alternatives (like soy and linseed). This is often the easiest to prepare for work / school. Try these delicious recipes: Tuna...
Tips for Healthy Eating While Eating Out

Tips for Healthy Eating While Eating Out

You have been eating healthy the entire week, going to the gym every day (well almost every day), eating your 5-a-day of vegetables and limiting luxuries. Today your friends or family decided they want to go to a restaurant. Now what? Do you fake a sudden onset of flu...
Fad Diets: Fact or Fiction

Fad Diets: Fact or Fiction

Have you heard of the ‘Raw food diet’, ‘Atkins diet’, ‘Cookie diet’, ‘Alkaline diet’, ‘Grapefruit diet’, ‘Blood group diet’? Now that I have your attention, let’s discuss the pros and cons of each diet and determine how successful they will be when it comes to weight...