Lisa I., Your Dietitian at Loblaws
1792 Liverpool Road L1V 4G6 Pickering, ON, Canada

March is Pharmacy Appreciation Month! During unprecedented challenges over the past year, pharmacists across Canada stepped up to be there for their patients. Our store is grateful for our amazing pharmacy team that has worked so hard to serve our community and keep patients and staff safe. A year ago I got to spend some extra time with the pharmacy team really getting to know them. Thank you to Monika and amazing team at the Pickering Loblaws! ... #Loblaws #PharmacyAppreciationMonth #PAM2021

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Celebrate safely at home with some fun food. An easy & quick option is to make a veggie tray with the colours of the flag of Ireland! All you need is some green, white and orange veggies. #Loblaws #StPatricksDay #Irish #StPatricksDayFood

Confession of a true Dietitian - I love chocolate! Here's a snack with fibre & chocolate...Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Lentil Bites. Looking for a quick grab n' go snack that satisfies your sweet tooth? These high fibre, nourishing, and delicious oatmeal bites just prove how versatile plant-based proteins like lentils can be. ... To access this recipe and the entire Nutrition Month 2021 Recipe e-Book, visit this link: https://www.dietitians.ca//NM2021-Recipe-ebook-English_1.p #Loblaws #NutritionMonth2021 #GoodForYou #PlantBasedProteins #HowToUseLentils

Looking for a different afternoon snack, or something new to spice up your vegetable tray? Try this! Lemony and creamy, this Greek yogurt dip is easily made with items you likely always have on-hand. Opting for a Greek-style yogurt offers an extra punch of protein to leave you feeling satisfied until your next meal! In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, chives, lemon rind and juice, garlic, and pepper until smooth. Serve with freshly cut vegetables.... For the full recipe, visit: https://www.presidentschoice.ca/reci/lemon-chive-yogurt-dip #Loblaws #HalfYourPlate #EatTheRainbow

5 Ways to Use: Winter Squash Winter squash is harvested in the fall and includes butternut, pumpkin, acorn, and buttercup squash. The bright orange color comes from beta-carotene. Beta-carotene contributes to eye health. Did you know? If you have diabetes, taking care of your eye health is very important! Here are 5 ways you can use squash in your meals: ... Yogurt parfaits: Try pureed pumpkin mixed with pumpkin spice and Greek yogurt! Layer with granola and top with nuts. Soup: Squash adds sweetness and a silky texture to soup. Muffins: Instead of bananas, try making whole wheat pumpkin spice muffins! Pasta: Add a pop of color to your usual mac and cheese or risotto. Roasted: Cut into slices and roast with herbs and maple syrup for a delicious side dish. Are you interested in learning more about nutrition in diabetes management? Message me to learn more and the full recipes mentioned in this post! #employee #fallharvest #squash #fivewaystouse See more

Dinner idea As the days get cooler, I'm finding myself craving warm, hearty meals. This braised lentil dish is not only full of nutrients but is also warm and comforting.... It pairs perfectly with rice, barley, or couscous, and a side of veggies! Recipe: https://www.unlockfood.ca//Main-cours/Braised-Lentils.aspx #employee #lentils #stew #heartymeals #dinner #recipes

Halloween idea - make it special at home this year Happy Halloween everyone! Who loves having some fun with food during special occasions?! If you're looking for a fun & spooky snack to wow your family or friends, try these chocolate dipped strawberries! You can get creative with the characters you create, but here's some ideas to get you started - a classic ghost, Frankenstein, and a monster! ... #employee #holidaysnacks #funwithfood #raiseafoodlover

If you're looking for a protein boost, how about hemp hearts? With its mild nutty flavour, you can add them to muffins, cereals, pancakes, energy bites, yogurt, smoothies or salads! The extra protein and healthy fats in hemp hearts can help stabilize your blood sugars to keep energy levels up and prevent blood sugar spikes. #employee #hemphearts #hempseeds #proteinpacked #diabetesawareness #diabetesmagement

Cozy Dinner nights... Give a thumbs up if chili is your quintessential fall meal! This one is filled with beans and sweet potato, which can also help to prevent blood sugar spikes. https://www.presidentschoice.ca/recipe/turkey-chili... Use this recipe as a base. Add 1 medium diced sweet potato to the onions and peppers. Use any beans you prefer and additional spices like cumin and oregano! #employee #chili #cozyvibes #recipeshare #bloodsugarbalance

Check out these Halloween snacks! The best part? They are easy enough for everyone to make, and fun enough for everyone to enjoy at home! Do you like to be creative in the kitchen? These witch broomsticks are the perfect way to do just that. All you need is pretzels, cheese strings, and chives! Serve these on Halloween night for a delicious and fun protein snack at home.... #employee #Halloweentreats #holidaysnacks

Looking for different breakfast ideas? Pancakes are a breakfast favorite for many! These oat flax pancakes with steamed cinnamon apples are a delicious start to the day!... The steamed cinnamon apples over these oat flax pancakes will remind you of apple pie. These pancakes also contain nutrients that will help power you through until your next meal or snack. They contain both protein and fibre, which help manage blood sugar levels. If you make extra - you can store them in fridge or freezer and reheat them in toaster or toaster oven or microwave for a quick weekday breakfast! Find the recipe here:https://www.unlockfood.ca//Oat-Flax-Pancakes-with-Steamed- #employee #diabetesfriendly #breakfast #pancakes #breakfastrecipes #bloodsugarcontrol