Janine LaForte, RD
Consulting Dietitian
Services
Helping organizations, schools, and communities bring practical, accessible nutrition to life.
From hands-on cooking workshops to media appearances, consulting, and student-focused programs, Real Life Nutrition provides engaging, evidence-informed, and practical solutions for real people, in real kitchens, and in real life.
Cooking Classes & Workshops
Hands-on nutrition and cooking experiences for schools, workplaces, and community groups.
Tailored for a variety of audiences: parent-child classes, community kitchens, students, and newcomers. Fun, practical, and inclusive - participants leave with real skills, confidence and tasty recipes they can recreate at home.
Recipe Development
& Food Styling
Creating practical, appealing recipes that inspire home cooking.
Custom recipe development for brands, organizations, and media campaigns, including food styling. Recipes are realistic, easy to follow, and designed to engage your audience.
Workplace Wellness Services
Practical nutrition solutions for healthy, happy teams.
Interactive sessions are engaging, inclusive, and leave employees with actionable skills and strategies to make better food choices. From interactive workshops to hands-on cooking classes, we help workplaces support employee health and well-being.
Affordable Meals Initiative
Hands-on, budget-friendly nutrition for post-secondary students.
A well-tested initiative, the program began at the University of Manitoba and is expanding to campuses across the province and beyond. Students participate in hands-on cooking classes and interactive workshops, and receive curated recipes designed to fit student life and budgets. Sponsored by partners and community organizations, we’re always looking for new sponsors to help expand its reach and impact.
Media & Brand Partnerships
Expert nutrition guidance and media appearances for media outlets, organizations, and brands.
Featured on TV, digital media, and social platforms, Janine provides engaging on-camera segments, cooking demos, paid social partnership videos, and other media engagements requiring a trusted food and nutrition expert.
Featured on CTV Morning Live, CBC Marketplace and other outlets
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Nutrition Consulting & Program Development
Expert guidance to create nutrition programs, workshops, and educational resources.
Support for schools, workplaces, and organizations through menu consultation, tailored nutrition advice, and program development. Services are inclusive, evidence-based, and easy to implement, helping your team or organization provide realistic nutrition solutions.