What's New at FitNut Consulting
January 7, 2012 - Happy New Year!
Happy 2012! Health-related goals, such as "losing weight" or "eating better", are some of the most popular New Year's Resolutions. This year, we want to help you achieve them! Our January newsletter is full of tips on setting SMART New Year's Resolutions, and staying accountable to yourself as you work towards your goal! Don't forget to try our Recipe of the Month - a yummy Slow Cooker Ethiopian-Spiced Chicken Stew!
December 9, 2011 - Lindy in the media!
FitNut founder and Registered Dietitian Lindy Kennedy was on Global Calgary tonight, chatting about some healthier choices for the holidays! Watch the video here. Lindy was also recently on Chatelaine.com, with a feature on healthy desserts! (Yum!)
December 7, 2011 - Happy Holidays!
Season's Greetings! We are so excited about our December newsletter, which is all about the holidays! It's too easy to give into the unhealthy temptations this time of year, but of course, sticking to your health goals doesn't mean being a Scrooge! Check out our tips for making healthy choices without sacrificing the spirit of the season, and try out our Recipe of the Month - Winter Spice Granola - a perfect gift idea for your family and friends!
December 2, 2011 - Cooking with Antioxidants Recipes!
Thanks to Kendy, Laurel, Irene, Camilla, Kim, Crystal and Jordan for supporting us at our first ever Interactive Monday co-hosted with our friends at Casel Marché! (And of course, thank you to Joel, Andrea and Alan!) The evening was a success and we can't wait to host similar events in the future! In case you missed it, here are the recipes so you can re-create your own Cooking with Antioxidants night at home:
November 17, 2011 - Lindy on Global Calgary Early News!
FitNut Dietitian and founder Lindy Kennedy was on Global Calgary Early News recently, offering some easy weight loss tips! Watch the video here.
November 6, 2011 - November Newsletter and Coming Events!
Brr! It's getting cold out there! Our November newsletter is all about eating well to beat the cold and flu this winter. Learn the facts about some common cold remedies, including chicken soup, then warm up with our recipe for the classic comfort food. Also, read FitNut Dietitian Vincci Tsui's article about local, healthy winter foods in the latest issue of Calgary's Child!
World Diabetes Day is November 14. Join FitNut Dietitians Lindy Kennedy and Devon Guy at Superstores across Calgary for some free grocery tours at these times and locations:
- Superstore Shawnessy (100 15915 Macleod Tr S) @ 10 AM & 11 AM
- Superstore McKenzie (100-4700 130 Ave SE) @ 1 PM
- Superstore Signal Hill (5858 Signal Hill Centre SW) @ 1 PM
- Superstore Country Hills (5251 Country Hills Blvd NW) @ 4 PM
- Superstore Sunridge (3575 20 Ave NE) @ 7 PM
We are also going to be hosting an Interactive Monday night at Casel Marché (2505 17 Ave SW, corner of 17 Ave & 24 St SW) on November 28. Join us for a free three-course meal with wine pairings and learn how to Cook with Antioxidants! Space is limited, so sign up fast! Email vincci@fitnutconsulting.com for more details.
October 16, 2011 - Welcome to Kari and Old News
Please give a warm welcome to Kari Derbyshire, the latest addition to the FitNut Consulting team!
Also, we have recently updated our Media archives with some interviews we have done in the past - check them out!
October 6, 2011 - Cooking Vegetarian available for purchase!
In honour of World Vegetarian Day and Vegetarian Awareness Month, we are pleased to announce that we now have copies of Cooking Vegetarian by Chef Joseph Forest and Canadian Registered Dietitian Vesanto Melina available to order! This cookbook contains over 150 easy, tasty and healthy vegetarian recipes, along with helpful hints and techniques!
October 5, 2011 - October Newsletter and Facebook Updates
Our October newsletter is all about vegetarianism and the benefits of eating less meat! Try our Recipe of the Month, a vegan Curried Sweet Potato, Carrot, Lentil & Ginger Soup to warm your bellies this fall!
Speaking of recipes, we now have a new photo album on our Facebook page featuring some of the recipes in our archives. Also, as requested by Glynis, one of our Facebook followers, we've posted a recipe for Baked Penne with Sausage, Beans & Spinach! Enjoy!
October 4, 2011 - Vincci on Breakfast Television!
FitNut Registered Dietitian Vincci Tsui was up early this morning, chatting about the hidden calories, sugar, fat... even salt (!) on Breakfast Television. Watch the segment here!
September 28, 2011 - Lindy on CBC Radio alberta@noon!
FitNut founder and Registered Dietitian Lindy Kennedy was on CBC Radio's alberta@noon today chatting about caffeine in non-cola drinks and its effect on children and adolescents. Listen here! (Clip starts at 28:48)
September 25, 2011 - Welcome, Devon and Andrea!
Please give a warm welcome to Devon Guy and Andrea Low, the newest members of the FitNut Consulting team!
September 11, 2011 - We are in What's UP magazine!
Check out FitNut Dietitian Vincci Tsui's interview in the latest issue of What's UP on "brain food"!
September 10, 2011 - Back to School!
It's Back to School season, and our September newsletter is full of healthy and tasty school lunch ideas for you and your kids to try! Our Recipe of the Month, Bulgur and Vegetable Lettuce Wraps make a light, refreshing lunch whether you serve it as a wrap or as a salad!
August 7, 2011 - All About Fad Diets!
This month's newsletter is all about FAD DIETS - the bad... and the good. We also share a recipe from the famous Dukan Diet -Tandoori Chicken Escalopes. What are some of your experiences with fad diets? Have you heard of, or tried any particularly bizarre ones? Join the discussion on Facebook and Twitter!
July 7, 2011 - Summer Newsletter... and CONTEST!
Our July newsletter celebrates SUMMER with some simple tips to stay healthy. We also tackle the question of whether BBQ causes cancer and show you a delicious and low-cancer risk recipe - Pub Grub Veggie Burgers.
In putting together our new Recipes page, we realized that we have no beef or pork recipes! So we are calling on you to add to your collection! Send your best beef or pork recipes to vincci [at] fitnutconsulting.com by July 23 for a chance to win a copy of Cook!, the latest cookbook from Dietitians of Canada!
June 15, 2011 - New Resources Page!
We have updated our Resources page to make it easier for you to find your favourite articles and recipes. Check it out!
June 13, 2011 - Grocery Shopping on a Budget on Breakfast Television
Liked FitNut's Lindy Kennedy's tips for grocery shopping on a budget on Breakfast Television this morning? Read more about the tips, and put them into action with our recipe - Sweet Potato, Cauliflower and Lentil Curry.
June 9, 2011 - Slow Food, Fast Feet!
Do you like to take things slow, or do you have a need for speed? Either way, our June newsletter has something for you! Learn about the Slow Food movement, or try out our sport nutrition tips for to help you fuel before, during and after a race or training session! Finally, combine the best of both worlds with this month's recipe - Chicken with White Beans and Tomatoes.
May 27, 2011 - SMCA Sport Nutrition Class with Lindy
Just in time for race season, FitNut Founder Lindy Kennedy is teaching a sport nutrition class tomorrow (Saturday, May 28) at Trico Centre (11150 Bonaventure Dr SE) from 10 AM-4 PM. Check out the Sport Medicine Council of Alberta website to sign up!
May 26, 2011 - Fast Food Breakfasts on Breakfast TV
FitNut's Vincci Tsui appeared on Breakfast TV this morning to talk about popular fast food breakfast choices. Watch the segment, and read more about some of the other foods that were on the table.
May 8, 2011 - New Bios and Photos!
Check out the smiling faces and biographies of our talented team of Registered Dietitians!
May 6, 2011
May is Celiac Awareness Month! Our newsletter this month is all about going gluten-free, from whether it's healthy for everybody to some delicious gluten-free grains that anyone can try! Don't forget to try our hearty recipe for Breakfast Quinoa with Mango, Dried Fruit & Pumpkin Seeds - perfect for Mothers' Day brunch! Sign up now to get our newsletter in your inbox each month!
April 11, 2011
Spring has sprung! Check out this month's newsletter, which features articles on the nutritional benefits of our favourite spring vegetables and some tips for spring cleaning for your pantry! Also, try our recipe for a refreshing Asian Radish Slaw. Sign up now to get our newsletter delivered right to your email!
March 20, 2011
Happy Nutrition Month! This year's theme is "Celebrate Food... From Field to Table!" Our newsletter this month focuses on the benefits of family dinners and solving the common problems that make it difficult for a family to sit down together for a meal. Try FitNut Dietitian Vincci Tsui's recipe for Garden Patch Muffins, which are featured in Cook!, the new Dietitians of Canada cookbook. Sign up now so you don't miss another issue of our newsletter!
March 16, 2011
FitNut Owner and Operator Lindy Kennedy is the CBC Live Right Now Dietitian for Calgary! Check out her Top 10 Nutrition Tips!
February 5, 2011
The first-ever edition of our brand new newsletter is here! Learn about the cholesterol-lowering Portfolio Diet, check out our tips for heart-healthy cooking and try our recipe for Chicken Lettuce Cups in celebration of the Chinese New Year! Sign up now to have our newsletter delivered right to your inbox every month!
January 6, 2011 - Happy New Year!
Happy New Year from FitNut! We are looking forward to lots of exciting changes in the coming year! Sign up for our newsletter and watch for it in your inboxes in February! Until then, "like" us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter - we are eager to hear from you!
