Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Natural Preservatives: What They Are & How They Work
Natural preservatives have been used for thousands of years to keep food fresh, protect skin care products, and prevent harmful …
Medical Author
Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD
Registered Dietitian · Canada Health Journal
Dr. Linda Chen is a registered dietitian and PhD in Nutritional Sciences from the University of British Columbia. With expertise in clinical nutrition, sports dietetics, and gut health, she has worked with leading Canadian hospitals and sports organizations. Dr. Chen is a member of Dietitians of Canada and regularly contributes to national nutrition policy discussions.
Articles by Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD
Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Hot Chocolate Antioxidants: More Than Wine or Tea
Hot chocolate antioxidants may give your favourite winter drink a surprising health advantage over red wine and tea. …
Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Health Benefits of Spices: 7 You Should Know (Canada)
The health benefits of spices have been recognized for thousands of years, and modern science is finally catching up. From ancient …
Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Fish and Seafood Benefits: Top Health Guide for Canada
The fish and seafood benefits you gain from adding these foods to your diet go far beyond just enjoying a delicious meal. From …
Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Diet and Depression: Foods That Support Mental Health
The link between diet and depression is far stronger than most Canadians realize — what you eat every day directly shapes how your …
Allergies & Immunology
Allergic Reactions: Types, Symptoms & Treatment Canada
Allergic reactions occur when your immune system overreacts to a normally harmless substance, and they affect millions of …
Allergies & Immunology
Egg Allergy in Children: Symptoms & Treatment Canada
Egg allergy in children is one of the most common food allergies affecting Canadian families today. It occurs when a child's …
Allergies & Immunology
Allergic Rhinitis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Canada
Allergic rhinitis — commonly called hay fever — is one of the most widespread health conditions affecting millions of Canadians …
Allergies & Immunology
Hay Fever Symptoms: Causes & Treatment in Canada
Hay fever symptoms like sneezing, a runny nose, and itchy eyes affect millions of Canadians every year, especially when pollen …
Thyroid Disorders
Hypothyroidism Symptoms: Causes & Treatment in Canada
Hypothyroidism symptoms can be subtle at first, but left unrecognized, an underactive thyroid can affect nearly every system in …