by Elena Usdenski | Feb 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
Written by Grace Delany, Dietetic Student Reviewed by Elena Usdenski, RD As of September 9th, 2024, Ontario has implemented updated guidelines for iron deficiency assessment. These changes could significantly impact how patients are diagnosed and treated, particularly...
by Elena Usdenski | Oct 11, 2024 | Female Fertility, Pregnancy
Caffeine is a daily staple for many, but how does it impact fertility and pregnancy? Recently, I had a consultation with an ER nurse who had been trying to conceive for 21 months. Given her shiftwork, we discussed her caffeine intake, which had increased during night...
by Elena Usdenski | Jul 6, 2024 | Pregnancy
Prenatal multivitamins are a crucial part of a healthy pregnancy journey as even with a nutrient-dense diet, most women are missing out on key nutrients necessary for the baby’s proper development and for the mom’s optimal health too! However, not all prenatal...
by Elena Usdenski | May 18, 2024 | Female Fertility
As a registered dietitian specializing in fertility and prenatal nutrition, I often find myself emphasizing the importance of certain foods in supporting reproductive health and pregnancy. Today, I want to shine the spotlight on a humble yet incredibly nutritious and...
by Elena Usdenski | Mar 3, 2024 | Female Fertility
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, shedding light on a condition affecting many women worldwide. Endometriosis involves the abnormal growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, leading to painful periods, discomfort during sex, irregular bleeding, and...
