Category Archives: Laila’s Advice

The truth behind gluten…is everyone intolerant?

It might just be me, but it seems like everyone I meet these days is gluten intolerant. As a dietician, I have come across many people who follow gluten free diets, most for the right reasons. Among those on a … Continue reading

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New Year…New You?

Lose weight and get fit…these are two of the most common New Year’s resolutions. After excessive eating and drinking for the whole holiday season, it’s only natural that a feeling of guilt should follow and these resolutions are made. We … Continue reading

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‘Tis the Season…for Making Smart Choices

It’s that time of the year again, where the holiday office parties have already started weeks ago, and you’re trying to meet up with as many people for a quick catch-up before everyone heads out for the holidays. It’s a … Continue reading

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Time to catch up on some Zzzzzzzz!

There may be more to getting a good night’s sleep than catching up on some beauty sleep. Over the years there have been numerous studies on the subject of sleep and how it affects the body’s ability to function properly. … Continue reading

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You Are What You Eat…And When You Eat?

The famous saying goes “you are what you eat”, but in light of recent research, it appears that there may be more to this statement. Instead, it turns out that when you eat may be equally important as what you … Continue reading

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