Creating healthy and delicious tasting meals can feel like a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. You just need to have a plan. Take a look at your upcoming week. What days do you know you will need a quick and easy to digest meal? What days do you have time to make a more elaborate […]
Meal Planning Made Simple
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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 […]
Managing Migraines
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If you suffer from migraines, you know how debilitating and unbearable they can be. More than your typical “headache”, migraines can cause severe head pain, sensitivity to light/sound, nausea, vomiting, visual changes, and numbness and tingling. The symptoms of migraines are also similar to symptoms of a stroke, so if you have never experienced a migraine before or […]
The Dirty Dozen
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Do I need to eat organic?” This is a question many patients pose to their naturopathic doctor. Eating your fruits and vegetables is important, regardless of the conditions they were grown under (sorry for those of you looking for an excuse to avoid eating your greens!). Some fruits and vegetables however, are associated with higher pesticide […]
Fierce, Fantastic Flax!
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Flax! This popular seed is not given enough credit for its nutritious and fiber-rich properties. Loaded with health benefits, we should all make sure we get a daily serving of this helpful food. Want to know more? Here are some of flaxseed’s benefits: Serves as Nature’s Broom. This seed is packed with fiber and helps clean out […]
Are You Eating Enough Fruits & Vegetables?
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If you are eating less than 8-9 servings of fruits and vegetables daily, you are not getting enough! This translates to roughly 4 1/2 cups or more of fruits and vegetables daily. The benefits of eating fruits and vegetables are vast-from lowering your risks of cardiovascular disease and cancer, to reducing constipation, improving weight control, and reduces the likelihood […]
Rasberry Ketones: an Untapped Weight Loss Aid?
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Since recently debuting on the Dr Oz show, I have had numerous patients and friends ask me about the weight loss effects of raspberry ketones. Unsure of how to answer, I decided to investigate what all the fuss was about and was surprised at what I learned. Raspberry ketones are a compound found in raspberries that have been shown […]
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Top 5 Reasons to Drink Chamomile Tea
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Chamomile tea is a pleasant tasting, caffeine-free, herbal tea with numerous health benefits. Need more convincing? Here are some of the top health benefits of one of my favourite teas: 1. Digestive aid. It helps soothe upset stomachs and muscle cramping associated with indigestion. 2. Anti-microbial. This tea is packed with anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties, which […]
Gulp Down a Green Smoothie!
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Yes, I am suggesting you try making and tasting a green smoothie! Why you ask? Because it’s good for you and easy to make! Loaded with leafy greens, which are nutrient packed and full of important minerals like calcium, the health benefits are extensive. The leafy greens and turmeric in this smoothie also help reduce inflammation in […]
Health Benefits of Hibiscus Tea
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Hibiscus tea is a powerful caffeine-free herbal tea that can: Lower blood pressure. A recent study indicated that drinking 3 cups of hibiscus tea daily for 6 weeks can reduce systolic blood pressure. Lower cholesterol. Hibiscus tea reduces LDL levels (the “bad” cholesterol) and also prevents damage to LDL cells that can lead to heart disease. Reduce […]
Healthy Skin Starts in Your Kitchen!
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Healthy skin may be closer than you think! Take a look in your kitchen or local grocery store for some natural remedies to help you achieve clear, healthy skin. 1. Ground Flaxseed: this fiber-rich food source promotes regular bowel movements which helps eliminate toxic substances from the body. It also contains phytoestrogens which can help balance hormone irregularities that […]
How to Cook Kale
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Many of my patients know I frequently encourage them to eat dark green leafy vegetables, such as kale. The first road block we normally hit is “do you have any good kale recipes?” I’m not sure why kale remains such a mystery. Here are some ideas to put your mind at ease and hopefully get you […]
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