How my #GuidingStarsCA Dietitian helped guide my family to better food choices #PCstars
I was recently introduced the the Guiding Stars program at Loblaws brand stores. I loved the feedback I received when I shared my experience learning about Loblaw’s Guiding Stars program. It’s been a fantastic way to motivate me at the grocery store. The kids love it, as it allows them to help learn about making smarter decisions when shopping.
I took the guiding stars program a step further by setting up a consultation with the dietitian at my local Provigo du Marché (Loblaws brand store) in Kirkland, Québec. Dietitian Alessandra Barba was both helpful and informative with a wealth of information on how to make simple changes at the grocery store to help boost your star rating.
Her instructions were easy to follow once I downloaded the free PCplus app from the App store. I set up my account in a matter of minutes. I was then able to customize my PCplus app to set my location, load my offers and search healthy recipes. I love that the offers are customized based on my shopping habits. The more I shop and use the app, the more customized the offers become and the more PC points I can earn. The points eventually covert into cash I can use to buy groceries. Brilliant!
Simple changes we spoke about included adding more fruits and veggies to every meal/snack, opting for healthier bread options (she tells you what to look for in the video below) and tips and tricks for getting the best star rating when it comes to canned veggies and yogurt.
I am thankful to have this feature available at my local Loblaws store. Access to a dietitian is a wonderful thing. Watch the video below. How would YOU increase your star rating when it comes to shopping for your home?
DISCLOSURE: I partnered with Loblaws on this post but all opinions are 100% my own.
Having free access to a Loblaw’s dietician is such a great opportunity. I recently met with the dietician at our local Loblaws and she had so much great information to share!
I’ve met with my Loblaws dietician twice now and she sparked my curiosity in several 2- and 3-star foods we wouldn’t normally give a second look, as well as giving me all kinds of ideas for quick, easy and healthy recipes. Such a great resource!
Thanks for the informative video. That 1% or 2% milk dilema can be a tricky one!
Everything does start at the grocery store. I always deviate and buy things I shouldn’t. Priceless to have an expert help and guide you
That video was so informative! I definitely need to start eating a fruit and vegetable with EVERY meal and not just dinner <3
An in-store dietician? You just can’t beat service like that. I wonder if it will catch on here in the states?
I have been eating like crap lately, so I think I could use a little help getting back on track. Sounds like a great service.
This sounds very interesting and helpful!
I love that you are able to utilize this with your local store.
Thank you for the introduction!
We don’t have Loblaws here but it looks awesome. Great tips in the video.Thanks for sharing!
This is awesome! Perfect timing as we’re trying to eat healthier. Now we just have to execute it 😛
I love that accessibility to a free dietitian through Loblaws – it’s so great and I’ve learned so much 🙂 What a great video!
It is difficult for just about everyone to stay on track shopping at the grocery store because of so many of the displays. Thanks for sharing this resource.
Thank you for sharing this very informative video.I learned so much today. I will have to start shopping for healthy food.
This service sounds fantastic!!! I’m
Usually a very healthy eater but I’ve kinda been bad latkey. So need to get back on track
I may have to look into doing this. It’s so important to have a healthy eating lifestyle. This was so educational, thanks.
I’ve never heard of any program like this! I love how customized you are able to make it for your needs! I’ll have to look for something similar in my area:-)
What a fantastic opportunity that must have been! I wish I could meet with someone too, I just do the best I can from reading articles and health magazines. Thank you for sharing your experience with us! 🙂
I think it’s really interesting to see what a dietician recommends for people according to their current health and future goals. I never consulted one, but I did attend a meeting with my Dad and his dietician. Very interesting experience.
This is definitely a different and unique app I’ve never heard of. Great for impulse buyers!
this will be a great post! it will really help a lot very informative and educational how to have a healthy life style thanks for your post