by Alessandra DiMattia, RD | Aug 3, 2026 | Sport Nutrition, Sport supplements
Over the past year, I’ve realized I’m in a season of life where being consistently active isn’t a “nice to have” anymore. It’s essential for how I feel now and how I want to feel in 10, 20, 30 years. Watching my 73-year-old mother act like she’s still in her 50s...
by Alessandra DiMattia, RD | Jun 5, 2025 | Cooking
One of the things I love most about being a culinary dietitian is watching someone’s relationship with food and cooking transform right in front of me. During one of my private cooking classes in Kelowna, I recently had the chance to work one-on-one with a client who...
by Alessandra DiMattia, RD | Jun 3, 2025 | Cooking, Health Conditions
Let’s be honest, mornings can be rough. Whether you’re getting wrangling a needy pet or just trying to locate your left shoe (why are they never together?), breakfast often takes a back seat. If you’re trying to avoid that 10 a.m. blood sugar crash that...
by Alessandra DiMattia, RD | Feb 25, 2025 | Cooking
Meal planning can feel overwhelming, but with the right approach, you can create a week of nutritious, delicious, and easy-to-prepare meals without spending hours in the kitchen. The key is to batch-prep core ingredients and mix and match them throughout the week....
by Alessandra DiMattia, RD | Jan 3, 2025 | Cooking, Fertility
When it comes to health, many people focus on nutrition, exercise, and stress management. But one often-overlooked area is the type of cookware we use. While stainless steel may not seem like a game-changer, it could play a role in minimizing harmful chemical...
