Healthy Lethbridge

08/26/2026

Season 3 of In the Kitchen is here for October from Diabetes Canada.👇🥘

Season 3 of In the Kitchen is here! Join us this October with host Mairlyn Smith, professional home economist and award-winning cookbook author, and dietitian Katie Brunke for four free, interactive online cooking demos featuring delicious recipes, practical kitchen tips, and nutrition advice for people living with or affected by diabetes.

Register today: https://ow.ly/JkXl50ZxFm3

08/26/2026

🍂The Wellness Wednesdays Newsletter from September 2026 highlights several local events, ranging from musical performances and cultural festivals to charity walks and environmental volunteer opportunities. September is Arthritis Awareness Month, and this issue provides educational resources and self-management strategies for those dealing with arthritis. There are various outdoor recreation activities to experience in Waterton Lakes National Park during the autumn season. Try the butternut squash soup recipe designed to provide anti-inflammatory benefits.
🧐See the latest Wellness Wednesday Newsletter for September 2026 here: https://healthylethbridge.ca/news/september-2026-wellness-wednesday

08/19/2026

Mobile Food on Thursday, Aug 20th at Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre👇

Don't forget our Mobile Food Support is tomorrow!
Please bring your own bag and let us know your postal code on arrival - thank you!

08/17/2026

Summer is bursting with flavor – literally! From juicy peaches to crisp cucumbers, now’s the time to load up on in-season produce for maximum taste & nutrition. 🍑🥒 Want to know what’s ripe and ready right now? Check out this seasonal produce guide: https://tinyurl.com/2hbu8k7

Source & Credit: Have a Plant

08/16/2026

Are you using supplemented foods, like caffeinated energy drinks, or supplements before or after your workouts? Make sure to read the new labels on supplemented foods. Check the caution box to avoid doubling up on some ingredients, like caffeine.

canada.ca/SupplementedFoods

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08/15/2026

The new supplemented food caution identifier alerts consumers to review cautions on the back or side of a supplemented food or beverage. Make sure to read the label when shopping for your family.

Canada.ca/SupplementedFoods


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08/13/2026

Join Diabetes Canada and their registered dietitians on Thursday, August 27 at 7:00 p.m. EST to learn practical tips for meal planning that will help keep your blood sugar on track and feel your best every day.
Registration below👇

Planning your meals can make living with diabetes a little bit easier!

Join us and our registered dietitians on Thursday, August 27 at 7:00 p.m. EST to learn practical tips for meal planning that will help keep your blood sugar on track and feel your best every day. Register today: https://ow.ly/1c9050ZvatU

08/12/2026

Too hot to cook? 🔥 No-cook dinners can be a lifesaver on warm summer evenings. Start with convenient ingredients like bagged salads, pre-cut produce, rotisserie chicken, canned beans, or ready-to-eat grains. Then mix and match for easy meals that come together in minutes. Think cowboy caviar bowls, veggie-packed pasta salads, or chilled noodle dishes topped with fresh vegetables.

Credit & Source: Have a Plant

08/09/2026

Some , such as caffeinated energy drinks, are not recommended for those under the age of 14 because of the type or amount of supplemental ingredients. Make sure to to make an informed choice.

Canada.ca/SupplementedFoods

Read the label

Some supplemented foods, such as caffeinated energy drinks, are not recommended for those under the age of 14.

Learn more about supplemented food labels to make informed food choices for your family.

Canada.ca/SupplementedFoods

Photo Credit: Health Canada

08/08/2026

Supplemented foods, like caffeinated energy drinks or bars with added vitamins and minerals, are foods or drinks with one or more supplemental ingredients.

You will start seeing a new supplemented food facts table on their labels that includes a 'Supplemented with' section listing all the supplemental ingredients.

Learn more about supplemented foods and their new labels.

Canada.ca/SupplementedFoods

Photo Credit: Health Canada