Guest Blogger Psychologist Dr. Jennifer Barbera https://findinnercalm.ca/home Are you getting enough sleep? Do you have sleep problems?For some people this is a simple question. For other people the issue is a lot more complex so we will discuss the issue of sleep and insomnia in this post. We will also cover what you can […]
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More and more people are turning towards vegetarian, vegan diets and low protein diets. This can lead to gross protein and fat deficiencies which greatly can impact mental health and well-being. Without these key nutrients: The body is unable to operate the brain and nervous system adequately. People will quickly begin to complain of symptoms […]
Join our Community Group! Let’s get inspired, motivated, and uplifted together! With COVID-19 impacting our lives in all kinds of ways, I was motivated to provide a space of positivity and self-confidence in turbulent times. Though it has been difficult for us all to maintain routine during isolation, this does not mean that we […]
Hot flashes can seriously impact a woman’s quality of life during the perimenopause and menopause years. Perimenopause is defined as the years prior to menopause when women experience shorter, longer, and/or irregular menstrual cycles which can be attributed to decreases in hormones such as estrogen. This period can range from a few months up […]
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It’s hard to believe 2018 has ended and we are already well into 2019! Like any year, it was a year packed with many peaks and valleys. Here are three of my highlights: The year started off with the most exciting adventure of my life! My partner and I summited Mount Washington, in New Hampshire. This […]
Women spend so much of their lives trying to not get pregnant. When the time comes to create baby, it can be confusing to know when to time intercourse in order to increases chances of conception. More and more women are delaying pregnancy until they are over 35 and in many cases over 40. […]
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Yoga has been around for over 5000 years (some sources say over 10 000!). In recent times, yoga has gained a lot of popularity, due to its benefits for health. Many of you are likely already aware of the benefits it can have on your physical strength, stress relief, cardiovascular system, and balance & […]
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When facing the trials of life, we need a certain amount of emotional capacity to be able to overcome these obstacles. But overcoming is only a half step through the situation, as it is important to understand that through overcoming, this provides us the opportunity for the individual to develop and grow. It is in […]
As a naturopathic doctor, much of my practice is focused on helping my patients be and stay well. Many people seek out my services to help them eat better, sleep better, and poop better. Usually, at some point, the topic of motivation comes up (and the lack thereof). Most of us “know” what we want […]
By Guest Blogger: Danielle Lebon, Registered Massage Therapist, Acupuncturist, & Nutritionist Candidate High blood pressure affects 7.4 millions of Canadians, according to Hypertension Canada. The great news is you can take control with diet and exercise! I want to share some simple and easy tips to help you improve your blood pressure or, if you […]
Lack of energy is a common complaint I hear in my practice, and yet, the solutions can be so simple! Here are 3 simple solutions to energize your mind and body: 1. Provide your body with fuel. Proper nutrition provides your body with adequate calories, vitamins, and minerals to fuel the countless reactions that take place in your […]
Hamilton is an area rich in nature and opportunities to explore the outdoors. It is considered the “waterfall capital of the world” and rightly so, there are over 100 waterfalls in the area! I was embarrassed to say I’ve only seen a small handful of them, so last weekend, I decided it was time to make […]
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