Rowena Recommends

A Registered Dietitian's Personal Collection of Recommendation for Healthy Eating, Great Skin Care and Meal Planning Tips for Busy Families

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  • Food is So Much More Than Nutrients

    As a RD and CDE, I have spent many years educating children (pre-school to graduating year as well as post secondary students) in and outside the classroom. I have personally witnessed the good intentions of teachers and/or lunch monitors where the phrases used may sound harmless but it may actually be the triggering point where…

  • Have You Heard of Kogao?

    I’ve always considered myself to be someone who prioritizes skincare and living a healthy & balanced lifestyle between good food choices and regular physical activity. My friend recently told me that she became an instructor for Kogao also known as “small face therapy”. I’ve never heard of this; as an open minded person, I was…

  • A Protein & Fibre Packed Plant Based Grain Bowl Made in Less Than 30 Minutes

    Inspired by Oh She Glows, I decided to try her “Enlightened Miso Power Bowl”. If you have her cookbook, you’ll see that I have made a few tweaks: For Two Portions: Bowl Components: 1 c (250 mL) uncooked Israeli Couscous 1/2 c (125 mL) uncooked green or brown lentils 1 c (250 mL) frozen shelled…

  • I used to think that individuals who woke up at 4 AM or 5 AM to start their day were “hardcore” individuals or wanted to do it for bragging rights. I now have joined this group of individuals and realize that working out at 5 AM is truly the best way to maximize the day…

  • Are Your Hands Constantly Dry Throughout the Winter?

    Do  you also suffer from constant dry chapped skin on your hands during the winter time? As a Registered Dietitian who is involved in food preparation often, I find I am constantly washing my hands. The winter air is already dry; the skin on my hands crack very easily as a result. What Have I…

  • BB Cream- What a Time Saver in Your Daily Routine

    I’m very much a firm believer of less is more when it comes to makeup. On a day to day basis, I don’t wear much makeup. As someone who doesn’t need much coverage, I find BB (Beauty and/or blemish balm) to be a nice option. It’s light in texture but can offer some coverage and…

  • What Is Your Drink of Choice Over the Holidays?

    The holiday season is in full swing. Over the holidays, we will have many opportunities to be surrounded by good food and good company. Many individuals would like to stay on track with his/her eating habits during this period of time. Individuals tend to be really hard on ourselves  in terms of their eating habits…

  • Coffee- Your Lifeline in a Cup

    There are days when I wake up and I don’t need any caffeine to get my day started; however, there are also days where I absolutely need a cup of coffee to get my day started. During nutrition consultations, I find individuals are more willing to change any other aspect of their eating habits as…

  • It’s Chili Season

    Going with the theme of comfort food, let’s continue with nourishing foods which are hearty but healthy. To make the cooler weather more bearable, dishes like chili help get us through. Ingredients: 1 Tbsp avocado oil 2 lbs ground turkey 3 cloves garlic 2 medium onions 2 bell peppers 2 carrots 2 celery stalks 1…

  • Moisturizers For Your Skin During Summer Time

    Summer is definitely in full swing. Because summer is hot, we tend to look for lighter formulations to avoid feeling greasy. Let’s start the discussion off the the moisturizers I like to use frequently. I know many individuals swear by a day cream and night cream; however based on personal experience, I have not always…