At Gwillimdale Farms, our story has always been rooted in nourishing communities with fresh, wholesome food. Over the years, we’ve learned that the journey toward healthier eating begins long before someone steps into a grocery store or kitchen. It starts with guidance, support, and credible nutrition information families can trust.
That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce our 2026 partner: Nicole Osinga, Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, Craving Change Counsellor, and respected nutrition educator. Nicole brings a rare blend of advanced academic training, clinical experience, and real-world communication skills that make healthy eating feel achievable for everyone. This month she’s showcasing Lego Meal Prep featuring our root vegetables.
Why Nicole?
Nicole’s professional journey began with a deep desire to understand how to properly nourish the human body and support healthier eating behaviors. With a Bachelor of Human Nutrition and a Master of Applied Nutrition, she has a strong scientific foundation in how food impacts health. Her additional certifications as a Certified Diabetes Educator and Craving Change Counselor further strengthen her ability to help individuals build sustainable, positive relationships with food.
Her clinical background spans inpatient hospital care, outpatient cancer care, and long term care, giving her a well-rounded understanding of the diverse health challenges individuals and families face.
Beyond her clinical expertise, Nicole is passionate about sharing practical, evidence based nutrition information with the public. You may recognize her from her vegetarian meal prep content on Instagram, her national television appearances, or her articles in the Toronto Star. Her approachable style and commitment to empowering people to build healthier habits make her an ideal partner for our mission.
Why This Partnership Matters
At Gwillimdale Farms, we’re dedicated to providing fresh, nutrient dense root vegetables to families across Canada and the USA. Partnering with Nicole allows us to amplify the health benefits of our produce through a trusted, knowledgeable voice.
Together, we’ll highlight how root vegetables such as carrots, beets, parsnips, potatoes, and onions can support:
- Immune health through vitamins and antioxidants
- Digestive wellness with fibre rich options
- Steady energy thanks to complex carbohydrates
- Overall resilience with minerals that support muscle and nerve function
What to Expect in 2026
Throughout the year, Nicole will contribute educational content, from blog posts to social media features, that connects nutrition science with everyday family life. She’ll share practical tips, recipes, and insights on how root vegetables can be a cornerstone of healthy eating.
Nicole has expressed her excitement about joining forces with Gwillimdale Farms. She appreciates our commitment to quality, our passion for nourishing communities, and the care we put into growing, packing and shipping every carrot, beet, parsnip, potato, and onion. We couldn’t be more aligned.
Nicole’s Thoughts on Partnering With Us
“I’m working with Gwillimdale Farms to showcase their vibrant variety of vegetables that nourish families across Canada. From crisp carrots and hearty potatoes to sweet beets and flavourful onions, their crops are cultivated with care and quality on their family run fresh produce farm in Bradford, Ontario.”
Nicole also emphasizes that root vegetables, often misunderstood by those focused on weight loss, digestion, or blood sugar control, are actually powerful nutritional allies. She explains that potatoes, beets, carrots, and parsnips contain resistant starch, a type of starch that isn’t digested in the small intestine and instead ferments in the colon, acting like fibre. This process feeds beneficial gut bacteria, supports the gut lining and microbiome, reduces blood sugar spikes, and even lowers the usable calories in the food.
Resistant starch forms after cooking and cooling, exactly how the veggies are prepared in her Lego Meal Prep, which features:
- Herb & Garlic Tempeh
- Roasted Beet Pasta Sauce
- Chickpea Pasta
- Chickpea & Lentil Orzo
- Roasted Root Veggies
- Lentil Sloppy Joes
These components can be mixed and matched endlessly, making nutritious eating simple, satisfying, and exciting.
Stay Connected
To keep up with our partnership with Nicole and receive the latest health and nutrition insights, be sure to follow us on Instagram and visit our blog.
Explore Nicole’s January Lego Meal Prep featuring Gwillimdale Farms root vegetables and find the full recipes here: https//nicoleosinga.com/media/