I just spent the most incredible week of my life in Nicaragua at a surf and yoga retreat. I suspected the trip would be healing but never anticipated that the ocean would teach me so much about myself and life itself. Learning to surf for the first time was an incredibly humbling, challenging, and spiritual experience. The […]
What I Learned from the Ocean
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Great Summer Reads!
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As we head into the depths of summer, I thought I would share some of my recent favourite reads. Be sure to pack them on your next get-a-way or staycation! The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer This is one of my favourite books of all time! Simply written and easy to read, yet loaded with […]
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 […]
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 […]
Natural First Aid
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Summer is now upon us and many of us will be spending more time travelling, cottaging, and outdoors. Here’s a low down on what to pack in your “natural first aid kit” and to take with you on your next trip: Basic first aid kit: Purchase a ready-made kit or make your own with essentials like: gloves, band-aids, gauze, […]
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 […]
How Safe is Your Sunscreen?
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We all know the dangers of getting too much UV exposure: increased risks of sunburns, skin cancers, and premature aging. But what most of us don’t know are the risks that some sunscreens may pose to our health. Shocking isn’t it? Read on to learn more on the possible adverse effects of sunscreens: Increased cancer risk. People who […]
Put a STOP on Stress!
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It often feels like stress is all around us! It comes in many forms, such as alcohol, tobacco, recreational drugs, poor nutrition, working too much, getting too little sleep, financial stress, worrying about your kids, bad relationships, cold weather, thinking about the future and so on. Many of us are constantly in the “fight or flight” mode that […]
Improve Athletic Performance with Glutamine
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Are you an athlete struggling with fatigue or frequent infections? You are not alone! Intense exercise, as seen in endurance athletes (e.g. marathon runners, triathletes, etc.) can actually have negative consequences on health and athletic performance. The good news is that the amino acid, glutamine, can help. Multiple studies have demonstrated that glutamine can increase athletic performance and […]
Natural Remedies for Allergy Sufferers
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For some, the fear of allergy season is looming in the near future and for many, the discomfort has already begun. The good news is you can take control of your allergies and reclaim your love for the outdoors! Here are some of my favourite natural allergy remedies: Quercetin: this powerful antioxidant stops the release of […]
Invigorate Your Day with Hot & Cold Showers
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Want to feel more energized, boost your immune system, and stimulate your metabolism? Start each morning with an alternating hot and cold shower! By altering the temperature of your shower, you can help stimulate your nervous, immune, and circulatory systems so that they are functioning at their best. Sound daunting? Start with having your usual shower and […]
Reset Your Clock Naturally
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With the dreaded time change often comes loss of sleep, fatigue, and mental fogginess. Help reset your internal clock with these natural remedies: Melatonin: this hormone helps reset your circadian rhythm (also known as your “internal clock”). Take it 20 minutes or so before bed to help fall asleep. Vitamin B12: this vitamin also helps regulate your circadian rhythm […]
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