Ask the dietitian

Registered dietitians have answered your questions on nutrition and dietary support. See below to learn more.

Please note: These dietitians are answering questions on general topics, please talk to your doctor if you have questions about your own health or the health of your child.

Mun Cho, RD

Mun is a registered dietitian based in Burlington, Ontario.

Amy Chow, RD

Amy is a registered dietitian based in Langley City, British Columbia.

Nicole Fetterly, RD

Nicole is a registered dietitian based in Victoria, British Columbia.

Linda Kirste, RD

Linda is a registered dietitian based in Burnaby, British Columbia.

Kirsten Wingate, RD

Kirsten is a registered dietitian based in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Nutrition, food allergy, and COVID-19

The role of a dietitian, how they can help you, and how to stay healthy and eat well during self-isolation

Daily management

Adult-onset food allergy 
Breakfast and lunch ideas
Meal planning with food allergy in mind
Allergy-friendly and nutritious snacks
Stocking an allergy-friendly pantry
Food allergy and protein sources
Food allergy and grocery shopping
Guidance for peanut allergy and a plant-based diet
Substitutes for each of the priority allergens in Canada

Nutrition and food allergy

Milk allergy and considerations for milk alternatives that are plant-based 
Packing fun and safe foods for summer day camp
Helping children make healthy food choices
Adult-onset food allergy and dietary management
Allergy-friendly lunch and snack ideas for back-to-school
Dietary management for those with oral allergy syndrome (OAS) / pollen food allergy syndrome (PFAS)
Nourishing children who have food allergy
Taking supplements to help avoid nutritional deficiencies
Back to school, the art and science of healthy eating
How to find the right dietitian for you and how to prepare for your first meeting
Ensuring kids with multiple food allergies receive proper nutrition

Other conditions

Dietary management for those with Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
Addressing anxiety and fear during oral immunotherapy (OIT)
Guidance for those with food sensitivities or intolerances

Other topics

Involving kids with food allergy in the kitchen
How often should my child with multiple food allergies be assessed by a dietitian?
I’m concerned my child’s weight is too low – what should I do?

Do you have a question for Ask the dietitian? If so, please send it along to us at info@foodallergycanada.ca. Please note: In Ask the dietitian, questions are answered on general topics, please talk to your doctor if you have questions about your own health or the health of your child.