When it comes to refueling after movement, it’s easy to get caught up in “perfect post-workout snack” advice often wrapped in diet culture language about earning food, eating “clean,” or controlling calories. But food isn’t a reward for movement; it’s fuel and recovery support. A non-diet approach to sports recovery snacks focuses on nourishment, satisfaction, […]

Food is one of the most basic human needs, yet it often comes with a surprising amount of judgment. From an early age, children hear terms like “healthy,” “unhealthy,” “good,” or “bad” used to describe what’s on their plates. While these labels may seem harmless, they can shape the way kids and adults see food […]

Breakfast in a jar? Yes, please! Try there Make-Ahead Mason Jar Oatmeal. This cozy little number is part meal-prep magic, part hug-in-a-mug. The best part? You can batch-prep the oatmeal jars over the weekend and have a ready-to-go base waiting for you all week long. When Monday rolls around, just add hot milk or water […]

We all know the feeling: you look into the fridge, hoping dinner will magically appear, only to be greeted by a half-empty ketchup bottle and questionable leftovers.  Falling out of a meal prep routine happens to everyone. Busy schedules, changing seasons, or simply feeling unmotivated can throw things off track. The good news is that […]

Most salads don’t hold up well if you make them ahead of time, but this make-ahead mason jar salad sure does! With crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy feta, and tender chicken, everything stays fresh thanks to the smart layering technique: dressing first, sturdy veggies next, then grains, protein, and finally greens on top. By […]

I’m soaking up every last bit of summer—and that includes the food! This recipe is a quick and versatile addition to your snack lineup, perfect for pairing with fresh veggies, crunchy crackers, or your favorite corn chips. It’s a refreshing twist on a classic summer staple, made with a vegetarian-friendly spin. Plus, it’s packed with […]

Here are three easy to make popsicle recipes. Which all feature fresh summer flavours. Help cool down this summer with a summer popsicle. If you are in need of more recipes check out the recipe tab on my website.

In a world full of to-do lists and packed schedules, it can be difficult to carve out the time to move your body, let alone doing it with your family. But movement doesn’t have to mean workouts of fitness goals. In fact, some of the most meaningful types of movement can happen right at home, […]

Welcome back to the Diet Culture Dropout Podcast. This week we launch a deep dive episode on weight inclusivity and bariatric surgery with the latest interview with Vincci Tsui. Vincci is a non-diet dietitian in Alberta and shares her experience working in bariatric health care. Check out the latest episode to learn more about weight […]

Welcome back to Diet Culture Dropout! I have been on a little bit of a break from podcasting as we opened up our physical location for Peacefully Nourished and a yoga studio (Fieldside Yoga + Retreats). In this week’s episode, I was thrilled to bring back Renée Little, a dedicated dietitian who specializes in eating […]