Ask Our Dietitian
Introducing Jessalyn O'Donnell, Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist (RD), Thrifty Foods

As a valuable part of the Health and Wellness team, Jessalyn advocates delivering research-based education and resources that will cultivate awareness and empower individuals to make choices for optimum health, well-being and a balanced lifestyle. Jessalyn has a diverse background of experience working with individuals and groups in hospital and community settings. Registered with The College of Dietitians of B.C., and Dietitians of Canada, Jessalyn completed her studies in Dietetics and Kinesiology at McGill University.

Every day we are bombarded with new information about our health and well-being. Thrifty Foods Registered Dietitian Jessalyn O'Donnell is here to help you and provide guidance on how to make healthy choices to suit your lifestyle.

Have a question? Ask Jessalyn today. All emails will be reviewed and posted regularly on our site.

Dietitians are a trusted source for nutrition information. For more information, visit the Dietitians of Canada website at http://www.dietitians.ca. For answers to nutrition questions, contact Dial-A-Dietitian at 1-800-667-3438.

Question of the Month

Is "multi-grain" the same as "whole grain"?

Multi-grain isn't always whole grain.  Multi-grain products include different grains, but they may not be whole.  You'll get the greatest health benefits from eating whole grains. 

To make sure a food is made with whole grains, look on the food label's ingredient list for the words 'whole grain' in front of each grain name.  If whole grains are the main ingredients in a food, they should appear first in the ingredient list.  Make at least half of your grain products whole grain each day. 

Do you have a question for Jessalyn? Email her for an answer to your nutrition question.