Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc.

04/01/2026

Eating disorders don’t just affect athletes in weight-class or aesthetic sports. They can impact athletes in any sport.

In fact, up to 1 in 5 athletes may be at risk.

Behind performance, discipline, and drive, there can also be pressure, perfectionism, and struggles that aren’t always visible.

In this blog, we break down:
• Why athletes are at higher risk
• Common contributing factors
• What coaches, parents, and teammates can do to help

Creating a healthier sport environment starts with awareness and better conversations.

🔗 Read more:
🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/eating-disorders-in-athletes/

Eating disorders are common in athletes. This post discusses risk factors of eating disorders in athletes and how to combat EDs in athletes.

03/31/2026

Meet our newest Registered Dietitian, Erin Hamilton 🥗🏒🏀

Erin brings a strong background in sports nutrition, working with athletes at all levels—from youth and varsity programs to national teams and high-performance environments.

She currently supports Canada’s 3x3 basketball and fencing teams, works with the Calgary Flames development program, and serves as lead performance dietitian for Mount Royal University varsity athletics.

But what really sets Erin apart? Her ability to make nutrition simple, realistic, and approachable...whether you’re an athlete or just trying to feel your best.

And yes… she fully believes French fries have a place too 🍟

Get to know Erin in our latest “Meet the RD” blog 👇

🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/meet-erin-hamilton/

Learn even more about Erin, her experience, and her approach to nutrition in her full bio here.

🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/about/bio-erin-hamilton/

Meet Erin Hamilton, Registered Dietitian and sports nutrition expert, and learn all about her background and favourite part about being an RD

03/26/2026

Does eating more often actually boost your metabolism? 🤔 There’s a lot of noise online about meal timing, snacking, and fasting, but what does the science really say? In this blog, Dietitian Andrea Holwegner RD breaks down what actually supports your metabolism (and what doesn’t), so you can focus on habits that feel sustainable, not restrictive.

🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/how-ofen-to-eat-metabolism/

Does eating more often boost metabolism? A Registered Dietitian explains fasting, grazing, meal timing, and what actually supports metabolism.

03/24/2026

🍎 Calgary RDs! 🍎 We’re hosting another Calgary RD Meetup – Happy Appie Potluck, and we’d love to connect with more dietitians in the area.

📅 Tuesday, April 21
🕕 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Health Stand Nutrition Office
✨ Bring an appetizer to share
💬 This month’s discussion: Longevity, health span & healthy ageing

We’ll explore questions like:
• What dietary patterns have the strongest evidence for increasing health span? (e.g. Blue Zones, Mediterranean, MIND)
• What role does time-restricted eating or fasting play in healthy ageing?
• How are you navigating client questions around personalized nutrition and data (CGMs, wearables, genetic testing, microbiome testing, etc.)?

This is a relaxed, collegial space to share perspectives, connect with other RDs, and talk through what’s coming up in practice.

👉 RSVP required.

🔗 Link in bio or visit:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjQK4ouh3PWvSHo3rPxlDXPCM1Utxae6_ZY1CPBt_O6fuiyA/viewform?usp=publish-editor

03/20/2026

🫐🥣 Oatmeal lovers, this one’s for you! These Blueberry Pecan Baked Oatmeal Cups are a dietitian-approved, make-ahead breakfast perfect for busy mornings. Made with hearty oats, crunchy pecans, juicy blueberries, and a touch of real maple syrup — they’re delicious fresh or reheated from the freezer. Bake once, enjoy all week! 💙

🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/blueberry-pecan-baked-oatmeal-cups-recipe/

Enjoy this Registered Dietitian recipe for blueberery pecan oatmeal cups! If you love oatmeal, you are going to love this make-ahead recipe.

03/18/2026

Happy Dietitians Day! 🍓🍫 Today we celebrate the meaningful work that Dietitians do to empower people to foster a healthy and joyous relationship with food and body.

To celebrate our amazing team, we gave each Dietitian a fun title that reflects the strengths, passion, and personality they bring to supporting our clients! 🎉

We’re also showcasing the value and skills that Dietitians deliver by sharing some of the impactful words that some of our incredible clients have shared! 💛

Join us in celebrating Registered Dietitians today!

Learn more about our team and discover our FAVOURITE part about being Dietitians (the passion runs deep!) as well as our favourite healthful & soulful foods in the blog post below:

🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/dietitians-day/

And learn all about our backgrounds and specializations here:

🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/about/team/

03/17/2026

Are you new to cooking or curious about how to take your soup to the next level? Soup can be generally a simple dish that can pack a lot of nutrients for fewer calories in your diet. Here are 7 easy tips to make sure that your soup gets the attention it deserves. Including a pork & apple herbal soup recipe!

🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/how-to-make-soup-delicious/

New to making soup? Get 7 key tips on how to make soup taste delicious. Including a pork and apple herbal soup recipe you'll love!

03/09/2026

This Thursday, March 12 is World Kidney Day. 💛

Nutrition can play a meaningful role in supporting kidney health — and there’s no single “kidney diet” that works for everyone.

We break it all down in our latest blog.
🍓 https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/healthy-kidney-diet/

Nutrition impacts both the prevention and treatment of chronic kidney disease. Learn about what a healthy kidney diet looks like.

03/07/2026

🍀 Patrick’s Day is right around the corner! 🍀

Celebrate with festive, nutrient-packed green foods like kiwi, broccoli, bok choy, spinach, and Granny Smith apples. 💚 These vibrant picks are full of fibre, vitamins, and antioxidants to support your health — and they’re easy to add to smoothies, salads, stir-fries, and more.

Check out the blog for 5 delicious green food ideas and recipes to help you celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day! 🌈✨

🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/st-patricks-day-food-ideas/

Add luck to your plate this St. Patrick’s Day with 5 nutritious green fruits and veggies, plus tips to enjoy their delicious health benefits.

02/27/2026

This Spicy Red Lentil and Havarti Soup brings a creamy, gently spicy twist to your usual soup routine.🍲😋 It’s a simple, nourishing way to turn everyday ingredients into something a little more fun and full of life. Click through to explore the recipe and see how easy it is to add a spark of flavour to your kitchen.

🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/spicy-red-lentil-and-havarti-soup/

Try this creamy, gently spicy red lentil soup with smooth Havarti, full of veggies, fibre, and calcium for a cozy, nourishing bowl.

02/24/2026

Eating Disorder Awareness Week is a reminder that no one should have to face recovery alone. If someone you love is struggling, knowing what to say (and what not to say) can make a meaningful difference. We’re sharing compassionate, practical tips by Dietitian Jana Spindler to help you show up with confidence and care. 💛

🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/support-someone-with-an-eating-disorder/

A Registered Dietitian shares four simple ways you can support someone with an eating disorder in your family or circle of friends.

02/21/2026

Black beans, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and creamy avocado tossed in a fresh lime and cilantro dressing. 🥑🌽 Packed with fibre, plant-based protein, and heart-healthy fats, this quick salad is as nourishing as it is flavourful.

🍓https://www.healthstandnutrition.com/black-bean-corn-avocado-salad/

Fast, easy, fresh, and colorful, this black bean, corn and avocado salad is a staple! Just chop your veggies and toss in this creamy dressing.