Discover Nutrition & Beyond

guest post by susan macfarlane, registered dietitian nutritionist Introducing solids to your little one can be a time of great excitement and even greater angst. Nutrition myths and misinformation abound online, and many parents feel pressure to feed their child a “perfect diet” (which, by the way, does not exist). While solids provide...

guest post by susan macfarlane, registered dietitian nutritionist Last month, I answered your burning questions related to plant-based eating and nutrition. This month, I want to continue the discussion and provide clarity and guidance around some of the more confusing topics that come up when adopting a vegan diet. Are there any nutrients...

guest post by susan macfarlane, registered dietitian nutritionist While many people aspire to create a healthy meal plan each week, few are successful at doing so, citing a lack of time, not knowing where to start, and confusion over what constitutes a healthy meal. Additionally, many people believe that meal planning requires hours...

guest post by susan macfarlane, registered dietitian nutritionist Edit Interest in plant-based eating has never been greater, with an increased number of celebrities and professional athletes swapping their bacon and eggs for beans and tofu. As a dietitian and long-term vegan (circa 2007), being a part of such a shift has been incredible....

guest post by susan macfarlane, registered dietitian nutritionist Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) Alkalinity Although it’s popularity has waned in favour of more recent dietary trends, the alkaline diet continues to be touted by many as the key to preventing disease and improving health. According to proponents of the diet, eating acidifying foods,...