Tomorrow, I head to the University of Ottawa to present at "The Future of Protein" event. When many people talk about the future of our food system, they're looking at how to produce calories. The reason I'm excited about this event in Canada is because it's all about protein, not just calories. We don't have an issue producing calories. In fact, we are over producing, over consuming and wasting calories. Most of our food waste is from fruit ...Read More
It’s Not Your Birthday
I've been ruminating on this post for a couple of weeks, and while (ironically) today actually IS my birthday, it's likely not yours. A few weeks ago, I was standing on a softball field watching my 12-year old daughter's team have a quick break. It was a double header, so some of the moms and kids brought snacks to share. Out came the trays of brownies and cupcakes. I felt powerless. It wasn't someone's birthday. It was just a regular ...Read More
Am I Less “Woke” Because I Eat Meat?
Yesterday I posted a great article on my Instagram feed by The Guardian about how veganism isn't the answer to saving the world. I'm really excited this concept is getting more mainstream attention! A vegan blogger decided to troll my feed: ...and since she blocked me on instagram, I'd like to follow up with a detailed reply here. First, I'm a dietitian and feel that meat is a healthy food. If you don't want to eat it, that's cool, ...Read More
Wine Without the Side Effects
It's August, yet I'm bracing myself for the rush of nutrition clients in September. Fall has become the January with everyone looking to detox from summer overindulgence. I get it - we're more social in the summer with impromptu bbq's, the "it's too hot lets' eat out" and of course, the extra ice cream. But one of the biggest things I see people doing more of in the summer is: DRINKING. I'll see pick up again in November and December. Drinking ...Read More
Ginger Sesame Beef with Confetti “Rice”
It's been a while since I've posted a recipe. Life has been sort of nuts with lots of travel and long hours working on Kale vs. Cow. But I do sometimes get a break to cook, and this recipe is fantastic. I found some confetti "rice" at Whole Foods (mini carrots, broccoli and cauliflower) today and thought it might be a great way to get a ton of veggies into my kids bellies without them complaining. Yes, even a nutritionist has a hard time ...Read More
