Spring is upon us (even if the weather is undecided) and we are amidst a time of new beginnings, growth, and transformation. In Chinese Medicine, the Liver is an important organ to support at this time. This is especially true if you have been feeling frustrated, irritable, or angry. Experiencing these emotions can be signs of “Stagnated Liver Qi”, […]
Spring: A time of growth and transformation
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Do I have a Food Intolerance?
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Food intolerances are quite common. Intolerances are different from the well known anaphylactic shock that many people can experience after exposure to peanuts or penicillin. Food intolerances can be more complicated. They can be more insidious and harder to pin point. Symptoms can be wide-ranging, from anything from digestive issues, skin rashes, arthritis, migraines, to mood symptoms, and beyond. Food […]
My Top 5 Favourite Books
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Those who know me well know I am an avid reader and recommend numerous books in my practice. Here are my top 5 most recommended reads: Nutrition The Delicious Detox by Carol Morely, ND. I love this cookbook because it covers all the basics on healthy cooking in a concise manner. All of the recipes are delicious, […]
Top 5 Liver Friendly Foods
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Have you been indulging a little too much this holiday season? High amounts of alcohol, greasy foods, and/or baked goods can be taxing on the liver. Give your liver a break and nourish it with these top 5 liver-friendly foods: 1. Artichoke Hearts. This green veggie protects liver cells from damage and also helps stimulate […]
What Can Lobsters Teach Us About Stress?!
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I recently attended a conference on stress and during one of the talks, we were shown a video in which a rabbi compared stress and adversity to a lobster and its shell. Lobsters continually grow and shed their shells. When their current shell gets too tight and uncomfortable, they know that it’s time to shed their […]
Autumn: The Season of Letting Go
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Autumn is a season of change, of letting go. Trees are loosing their leaves, flowers die, and animals are preparing to go into hibernation. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, each season is paired with an emotion, and autumn is paired with grief and letting go. So why not follow the rhythm of nature and use this […]
What’s the Verdict on Coffee?
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As a coffee loving ND, I understand the enjoyment in having a cup of java in the morning. The good news is there are some health benefits associated with coffee consumption…but there are some down sides too! Read on to learn some of the ups and downs of coffee: Ups From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, black […]
How Well Do You Care For Yourself?
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Taking time to care for and nurture yourself is an important aspect of maintaining health, happiness, and balance. Unfortunately, in our fast-paced society, it is often one of the first things that becomes neglected. We say things like “I have too much work to do” and end up having our time usurped by emails, text […]
3 Quick Tips to Relieve Pain
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As September is Pain Awareness month, I thought I would focus today’s post on pain. Pain comes in many forms, whether it is physical, emotional, or mental. It wreaks havoc on our moods, our sleep, causes premature aging, and prevents us from engaging in activities that we wish to do. When we are in pain, […]
Have You Had Your Annual Check Up?
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Did you know that naturopathic doctors are trained to perform physical exams? We are able to complete head-to-toe examinations and cover the whole nine-yards, checking your heart, lungs, abdominal organs, eyes, ears, throat, lymph nodes, reflexes, skin, hair, nails, and so on. We can also complete breast, pap, and prostate exams. As your ND, I am dedicated to giving […]
The Ups and Downs of Anger
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As a society in general, we are often uncomfortable with displays of anger and feel it is an emotion we “shouldn’t” feel or discuss. There is a common sense of “I must be a bad person if I feel angry” and so choose to ignore it. Anger that is unexpressed can become harmful as it turns into […]
Powerful Pomegranate
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Did you know pomegranates are one of the most healing of fruits? The health benefits of pomegranates stem from their high concentration of antioxidant- rich polyphenols. Research has shown that pomegranates can: Lower blood pressure Lower LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) and increase HDL (the good cholesterol) Fight against cancer (particularly breast, prostate, colon, lung, and […]
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