A University of Guelph project investigating the long-term impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the physical and mental health of children in Canada has received more than $100,000 in new federal funding. The project, led by Guelph Family Health Study (GFHS) researchers, will investigate the impacts of COVID-19 restrictions and concurrent stressors on Canadian children’s growth and…

Helping families is the reason behind researchers from the University of Guelph and the Guelph Family Health Study (GFHS) releasing a new cookbook on plant-based proteins. Plant-Based Proteins: Recipes Made Easy-Peasy features 30 recipes using different types of plant-based proteins, like curried chickpea salad or chicken and lima bean stew. All the recipes included in the book…

The 2019 Canada’s Food Guide recommends eating plant-based proteins more often.  Eating plant-based proteins can have a positive effect on your health and the health of the planet.  It can also help reduce your grocery bill.

We have designed this cookbook and 12 instructional videos as a resource for understanding the different types of plant-based proteins and how to incorporate them in recipes to make delicious healthy meals and snacks for your family.

Our team has created recipes guaranteed to meet the discerning taste buds of picky preschoolers, meat lovers, and long-time plant-based protein enthusiasts alike!

Le Guide alimentaire canadien 2019 recommande de manger plus souvent des protéines d’origine végétale.  Manger des protéines d’origine végétale peut avoir un effet positif sur votre santé et sur la santé de la planète.  Cette habitude alimentaire peut également contribuer à réduire votre facture d’épicerie.

Nous avons conçu ce livre de recettes et les 12 vidéos présentant pour vous aidez à comprendre les différents types de protéines d’origine végétale et vous donnez des idées pour les incorporer dans des recettes. Vous pourrez donc préparer de délicieux repas et collations sains pour votre famille!

Notre équipe a créé des recettes qui satisferont les papilles gustatives des enfants d’âge préscolaire difficiles, des amateurs de viande ainsi que des adeptes de longue date des protéines végétales!

Eight out of 10 preschoolers eat too much sugar, especially in baked goods from muffins to cookies, according to University of Guelph researchers. Read the full article here: https://news.uoguelph.ca/2021/09/most-canadian-preschoolers-getting-too-much-sugar-u-of-g-research-finds/

Packing lunches that kids will actually eat can be a daily challenge for many parents, but a University of Guelph family health researcher says the key is to get children involved – and yes, that includes the little ones. Read the full article here: https://news.uoguelph.ca/2021/09/school-lunches-u-of-g-researcher-reveals-ways-to-make-them-more-appetizing-to-kids/

The pandemic changed a lot of our routines around food, but researchers have the scoop on which new habits should stick around. And no, we don’t just mean sourdough! Read the full article here:  https://www.todaysparent.com/sponsored/gfhs-pandemic-eating-habits/  

Watch this fun video to see all about what to expect when you and your family come to the Guelph Family Health Study for a Health Assessment Visit.  We can’t wait to see you again soon!     

Expert advice to get your kids to put down the devices — and avoid family fights while doing it. Read the full article here: https://www.cbc.ca/documentaries/the-nature-of-things/top-tips-for-managing-your-kids-screen-time-1.5788077 Also, you can learn about the latest research to understand how screens affect children’s development, learning abilities and mental health in a new  documentary from The Nature of Things. We…

As so many Canadians know too well, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused serious disruption to family life. A new University of Guelph study offers one of the first glimpses into exactly how families with young children have fared, including what healthy behaviours they’ve abandoned or adopted. Read the full article here:  https://news.uoguelph.ca/2020/08/families-stressed-more-exercising-less-during-pandemic-new-u-of-g-research-finds/