Nutrition Blog Articles
- Apr 28, 2020
- Shayne Jensen
5 Simple Grocery Store Swaps to Help You Lose Weight
Looking for an easy and simple way to help with your weight loss Calgary? One of the least difficult things you can do is to make some simple changes when strolling through the aisles of your favourite grocery store. Here are five simple food swaps. . .
- Mar 05, 2020
- Shayne Jensen
The Two Best Nutrients for Weight Loss
Wondering what the best nutrients for weight loss are? Not sure where to start? While there's no shortage of conflicting advice on the Internet nowadays, there's something to be said for getting back to the basics of tried and true. . . .
- Feb 29, 2020
- Shayne Jensen
7 Ways to Lose Weight Fast Without Dieting
Are you considering investing in a fitness and nutrition plan? At our Calgary gym, we offer customized weight loss and nutrition programs to help you achieve all your goals and become healthier and happier without dieting. Good nutrition is an. . .
- Apr 13, 2019
- Shayne Jensen
Can I Lose Weight on the Ketogenic Diet?
If you’re looking to lose weight, the Ketogenic diet might be for you! Ketogenics is a weight loss method that has been around for 90 years, but what is it? And why is it the latest craze in weight loss? The Keto diet. You've heard about. . .
- Sep 11, 2018
- Shayne Jensen
7 Ways Alcohol Hinders Weight Loss
Are you working out and eating a healthy diet, but still not seeing results? It may be because of your alcohol intake. Here's why drinking is bad for weight loss. When it comes to losing weight, one of the most common questions people ask. . .
- Jun 13, 2018
- Shayne Jensen
4 Simple Summer Eating Tips For Weight Loss
This summer say no to fad diets for weight loss! Slim down and maintain your new figure with these 4 simple summer eating tips. Diets for weight loss are used by many individuals who are trying to quickly achieve the figure they’ve always. . .
- Dec 21, 2017
- Shayne Jensen
Stick To Your Weight Loss Goals With These 4 Holiday Eating Tips
Don’t let the holidays derail you from your healthy weight loss diet! Here are some simple and easy holiday eating tips from our Calgary nutrition coach to help keep you on track this festive season. Healthy holiday eating can be tricky. . .
- Jun 14, 2017
- Shayne Jensen
How to Create a Successful Meal Plan
Are you trying to lose weight or simply become more fit? No matter your goals, investing in personal training and a nutrition coach can have enormous benefits. Staying in good health and shape requires that you engage in a regular workout. . .
- Dec 28, 2016
- Shayne Jensen
Best Weight Loss Tips - Happy Weight vs. Healthy Weight
With the many hurdles life can throw your way, why does weight have to be one of those challenges? Struggling with weight loss is a common issue many people encounter. A common pattern many people may follow when they start a weight loss program or. . .
- Nov 30, 2016
- Shayne Jensen
Nutrition Coach Calgary - What Is Nutrition Coaching?
Are you one of those people who seem to believe that no matter how much you plan your meal or try different weight loss methods, fixing your diet seems like an impossible feat? Food is a science and fortunately, nutrition coaches have educated. . .
- Nov 07, 2016
- Christine Jensen
Egg White Muffins for a quick and healthy breakfast
This is one of my favorite brekfast recipes! They are so quick to make. Each muffin equals 4 egg whites. I eat 2 with a piece of sprouted grain toast for breakfast :) DIRECTIOINS: Preheat oven to 400 1 red pepper diced 1 green pepper. . .
- Jan 26, 2016
- Christine Jensen
Keto Pizza
We are now on Day 26 of our Ketogenic Diet. We have made quiet a few yummy recipes with "Keto Friendly" foods! We wanted to share one of our favourite recipes which is a Low Carb/Keto Friendly Pizza. It tastes way more yummy then the tradiontal. . .
- Jan 12, 2016
- Christine Jensen
Keto Life Day 15
So today is Day 15 of being on the Ketogenic Diet and we feel AMAZING!! Tons of energy and mental clarity! For those of you unsure what this is here is a little info on the diet:: A Keto Diet is well known for being a low carb diet, where. . .
- Nov 09, 2015
- Christine Jensen
Protein Gingersnap Cookies
Gingersnaps are one of my favorite holiday cookies so I thought I would try making a healthier version to satisfy my sweet tooth. These cookies taste sooooo yummy you would never guess they are good for you!! Happy Holidays Fit Fam! xo. . .
- Oct 22, 2015
- Christine Jensen
Pumpkin Protein Waffles
Ingredients: 1/3 cup Quick Oats or Oat flour 1/2 scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder (I used Syntha 6 vanilla ice cream by BSN) 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon 1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg 1 tsp Truvia 2 tbsp Pumpkin Puree 1 Whole egg 4 Egg Whites 2 tbsp. . .
- Sep 30, 2015
- Shayne Jensen
Chocolate Zucchini Protein Bread
Flourless Chocolate Protein Zucchini Bread Ingredients 2 cups of ground quick oats 1/3 cup cocoa powder sifted 2/3 cup Truvia 1tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 3 scoops chocolate protein powder (I used 100% natural whey. . .
- Sep 17, 2015
- Shayne Jensen
5 simple ways to trick your hunger mechanism
One of the biggest challenges when you are trying to follow a meal plan is keeping those carbs in check. The high carb days are much easier to deal with, but its the lower carb and no carb days that are sure to have your energy lower than. . .
- Apr 22, 2015
- Shayne Jensen
Grilled Chicken with Pineapple Avocado Salsa and Cucumber Avocado Salad
Grilled Chicken with Pineapple Avocado Salsa and Tomato, Cucumber and Avocado Salad Pineapple Avocado Salsa Ingredients 2 cups of diced pinapple 1 avocado, diced 1 jalepeno, seeded and finely diced (half of a jalepeno for less. . .
- Mar 03, 2015
- Shayne Jensen
Benefits of Cabbage
We have decided to switch up our fibrous carbs in our meals. Instead of our usual broccili, asparagus, spinach and green beans we are going to be having cabbage. Yes, I said cabbage. This veggie is not only fibrous but has several other health. . .
- Mar 10, 2014
- Shayne Jensen
Sun Dried Tomato and Herb Tilapia with Asparagus
Try this tasty sodium free, low carb meal. Grill some fresh Tilapia fillets in a frying pan on medium for about 8 mins total, flipping once. Sprinkle some sodium free spice on both sides of the fish. Asparagus is tasty steamed in a pan with a tiny. . .
- Mar 06, 2014
- Shayne Jensen
Lemon Pepper Cod with Zuccini
This is a great low carb meal. Grill some Cod in a frying pan with a little lemon pepper. I like to keep the pan around medium and add a tbsp or so of water around the edges to help it steam. Add some sodium free Lemon Pepper spice. This is a nice. . .
- Feb 14, 2014
- Shayne Jensen
PB & J Valentines Protein Cookies
PB & J Valentines Protein Cookies Ingredients 1 cup of All Natural Peanut Butter 1 large Egg 1 large Egg White 1 tbsp Unsweetened Apple Sauce 1 oz water Add Truvia or your favorite sweetener to taste 1 scoop of Vanilla Protein. . .
- Jan 03, 2014
- Shayne Jensen
Chicken and Tomato Red Pepper Soup
I made this tasty soup tonight. We also paired it with a small portion of Quinoia. Ingredients 1/2 Onion 1 Red Pepper 4 Chicken Breast 3 tbsp Olive Oil 1 cup diced Tomatoes 1 can light Mushroom Soup 2 Garlic. . .
- Nov 21, 2013
- Christine Jensen
Healthy Delicious Turkey Chili
This is one of my favorite recipes to make when its cold out. Its so simple and last for days! I make a huge batch and always freeze some as well. I like alot of spice so please adjust spices accordingly if spicy isn't for you :) Enjoy. . .
- Sep 23, 2013
- Christine Jensen
Protein Black Bean Brownies
Protein Black Bean Brownies Ingredients: 1/3 Cup Oats 1 Scoop Chocolate Protein Powder 1/4 Tsp salt 1/2 Tsp cinnamon 1 Tsp vanilla extract 4 Tbsp Cocoa Powder 5 egg whites 1 Whole Egg 1/4 cup Truvia 2 Tbsp coconut oil 1. . .
- Sep 23, 2013
- Christine Jensen
Chocolate Coconut Protein Muffins
Chocolate Coconut Protein Muffins Ingredients 2 Scoops of chocolate protein powder 2 Tbsp Truvia 4 Tbsp Cocoa Powder 1/2 Cup Ground Oats of Coconut Flour 1 Tsp Baking Powder 1 Tsp Baking Soda 1/4 Tsp Salt 1/4 Cup Unsweetened. . .
- Jul 22, 2013
- Christine Jensen
Flourless Banana Muffins
Flourless Banana Muffins Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce 2 cups of ground oats 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 1/4. . .
- Jun 13, 2013
- Christine Jensen
Turkey Muffins
One of our favorite recipes that is easy to make, and also easy to control the serving size. They can be either pressed flat and cooked in a pan, or press them into muffin tins and bake. Turkey Meatballs Ingredients 2lbs ground turkey. . .
- May 26, 2013
- Shayne Jensen
Whey Protein vs Casein Protein
There is much confusion as to the different types of proteins and how they should best be used. The following is a quick comparison between Whey and Casein.
- May 05, 2013
- Shayne Jensen
Re-Feed Lentil Stew
This Lentil Re-feed stew is very tasty. Great for carb loading or after big workouts. 350 calories per cup, 70 carb, 20 protein, 2 fat.
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