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Heart Health and Me

(Source: Diabetes Canada) Did you know? Diabetes increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. People with diabetes may develop heart disease 15 years earlier than those without diabetes. The most common form of heart disease in diabetes is coronary artery disease. It develops when the arteries that supply ...

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30 Minute Meals

Is cooking a hassle? Busy nights? Learn to make nutritious meals that take 30 minutes or less. These recipes feature simple, tasty meals to fuel your body while keeping blood sugars at bay. Shakshuka with Feta Adapted from: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1014721-shakshuka-with-feta Prep Time: 5 mins                  Servings: 4 to 6 Cook Time: 25 ...

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Highlighting Seasonal Produce this Fall

Cooler air and earlier sunsets mark the beginning of fall. But so does the time when rich, hearty produce arrives. Below, we’ve highlighted nutrition benefits of a few fruits and vegetables available between September and December. Find more at your local grocery store! Pumpkin It’s hard to resist the ...

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Time to Give up Dieting

Often at this time of year we are thinking about “being good” and “getting back on track” after the holidays. Today I want to talk about moving away from diet culture and shifting how we think about food and our bodies. As a Registered Dietitian and Diabetes Educator I ...

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Diabetes Education Program – COVID-19 Update

August 24th, 2021 During the COVID-19 pandemic, we are continuing to accept new referrals and provide comprehensive diabetes services to clients as per below: Curbside Diabetes Care: in Port Hope Currently available on Mondays – by appointment only Supply pick up Glucometer training Meter and insulin pump downloads Foot ...

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