July's Buzz

The Latest Buzz

The links below do not necessarily reflect the ideas/beliefs of the DNNS. They are topics of interest to dietitians who work with the public and want to learn more via the latest Buzz.

Blogs - The latest news!

Local news

Part of Newfoundland and Labrador's chronic disease plan is to add in dietitians to their HealthLine.

http://www.thetelegram.com/news/local/2017/6/19/province-adding-dietitians-to-healthline-as-it-announces-chronic.html

National news

Reminder not to give in to using food as a reward for your children, advice from DC.

http://globalnews.ca/news/3532142/giving-kids-food-as-a-reward-can-lead-to-emotional-eating-dietitian/

Great article on the "health" benefits (or not) of coconut oil.

https://rosieschwartz.com/2017/06/20/who-told-us-coconut-oil-was-healthy-it-wasnt-reputable-scientists/

International news

Great article by former US President about food and climate change, worth the read!

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2017/may/26/barack-obama-food-climate-change

Science news

Good reminders for our summer picnics! Food safety and nutrition.

https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/2017/06/29/healthy-summer-picnic/

Recipes and a great resource

Great resource for clients and you, if you are interested to know the fruits and veggies in season this summer (in Australia but good to compare).

http://www.theseasonaldietitian.com/fruits-vegetables-in-season-this-july/