Anita Romaniw

Anita Romaniw, B.A.Sc., R.D.N., is the Community Nutritionist at the Upper Fraser Valley Health Unit, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada (604) 864-3400

Articles by Anita Romaniw

Remodelling Favorite Recipes

There’s a lot of concerned wives out there. More and more, I am asked to provide a list of low fat recipes for husbands with high cholesterol. Instead, I prefer to arm callers with necessary tricks of the trade to modify their own favourite recipes. Cooking techniques Keep in mind, skimming the fat means more […] Read More >

Spicing up the Brown Bag

It’s back to school and time to dust off the lunchboxes, stock up on brown bags and face the challenge of feeding your lunch bunch. Lunch is important. Kids who eat healthy meals have more energy, better attention spans and better behavior….all of which helps them learn better. But, the most nutrient-packed lunch won’t be […] Read More >

Summer Picnic Food Ideas

We’re finally seeing the signs of summer: long days, warm breezes, red sunsets and of course, fresh food. British Columbia, Canada, is bountiful with locally-grown, in season produce choices. Now is the time to experiment with colourful, creative menu ideas. The more colour, the more nutrients. So whether life is a picnic, a backyard barbecue, […] Read More >

The Return of the High Protein Diet

Suzanne Somers is doing it. Kenny Rogers is doing it. Oprah Winfrey is even back on the scene. The strive for weight loss has come full circle. The protein pendulum has swung back to the craze of the early 70’s when high protein, low carbohydrate diets were all the rage. Bookstores are now filled with […] Read More >

The Salmon Debate

Heart Associations in North America recommend eating two or more servings of fish per week. It is well known that salmon has many health benefits. Salmon is one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids, helping protect against heart attacks and strokes. New research suggests that salmon may enhance brain function, help combat depression and […] Read More >

To Snack or Not to Snack

Registered Dietitian-Nutritionists across North America are promoting the importance of nutrition as a determinant of your daily health. Healthy eating is important regardless of your age, gender and life style. Whether you are a busy mom or an active teen, all your nutritional needs can be met in ways that suit your individual eating habits. […] Read More >

Trans Fats: No Longer a Secret

Do you wonder if you struggle with food addiction? Read Mary’s story – Hungry for Comfort. If you have ever tried figuring out the fat grams on food labels, you may have realized they don’t add up. That’s because the trans fat content never had to be declared on labels…until now. Manufacturers have until the end […] Read More >


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