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Gut Instincts

Have you heard of psychobiotics? A method of targeting our gut microbiome to positively impact mental health outcomes.

Digestive Nutrition, Wellness Nutrition, Mental HealthKirsten OilundFebruary 21, 2018fermented foods, fermentation, microbiome, fibre, probiotic, prebiotic, dietitian, jasper national park, jasper, gut health, gut-brain axis, mental health, digestion, digestive healthComment

What to Eat During Sport

Depending on the length and intensity of your sport, you may need to top up your muscle carbohydrate stores during activity. Choose simple carbs that are lower in fibre!

Sport NutritionKirsten OilundMarch 17, 2017sport, athlete, sport nutrition, nutritionist, carbohydrate, fuel, activity, snack, fibre, jasper, jasper national park, albertaComment

Fibre-Topper for Travelling

I love to travel. But I hate struggling to keep my bowel habits regular while I am away from my typical routine. So after way too many uncomfortable and anxiety-ridden travel days, this girl finally bit the bullet and concocted a fibre-topper to save the day!

Digestive Nutrition, RecipesKirsten OilundJanuary 22, 2017nutrition, nutritionist, dietitian, sport nutrition, fibre, travel, chia, hemp, lentil, pulses, vegetarian, vegan, bowel health, constipation Comments

Pulses: The Athlete's Edition

Yes, pulses are nutritious, economical, sustainable, and grown in Canada...but they also have benefits specific to the athlete. Read allllll about that right here.

Sport NutritionKirsten OilundNovember 15, 2016pulses, bean, lentil, chickpea, pea, fibre, athlete, sport, sport nutrition, dietitian, nutritionist, recovery nutrition, protein, carbohydrate, antioxidant, immunity, gasComment

Freezer-Friendly French Toast

French toast is the ULTIMATE brunch food. Sunday mornings just wouldn’t be the same without it. I also rely on frozen pre-prepared slices for a quick pre-workout snack, or to tide me over until a later-than-usual dinner. Just pop them in the toaster, top with nut-butter and voila!

RecipesKirsten OilundSeptember 19, 2016jasper, hinton, nutrition, nutritionist, counselling, sport nutrition, recipe, real food, dietitian, registered dietitian, fibre, protein, snack, sport, breakfast, athlete, healthyComment

Pulses, Pulses & more Pulses

Pulses are arguably my favourite ingredient. Find out why they rock and how I like to use pulses in my everyday eats. After all, 2016 is the International Year of Pulses!