August 5, 2020
The Answer: PROBIOTICS! With the necessary use of frequent hand sanitizing 👏 and harsh cleaners, we are disrupting our microbiome. Did you even know that we have more bacteria in and on our body than our own human cells?! 🤯 This underlines how important it is to ensure we have a strong flora of […]
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March 21, 2020
I commonly get patients to think of their mind as if it’s the sky; omnipresent and vibrantly blue. Thoughts are various “clouds,” and “weather systems” may flow in and out, but the vibrant blue sky is always there, steadfast and strong. The storm of COVID-19 will pass, and we will once again return to vibrant, […]
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February 23, 2013
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 […]
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September 3, 2012
When the temperature starts yo-yoing, this can do a number on our immune systems. With cooler nights already upon us and school just around the corner, it is key to start optimizing your immune system! Here are some naturopathic remedies to keep your immune system strong: Good old hand washing! Remember to wash thoroughly using warm water and […]
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April 29, 2012
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 […]
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April 15, 2012
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 […]
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April 1, 2012
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 […]
Continue ReadingJanuary 20, 2012
Yes, the antibiotic, triclosan, is a common ingredient found in many everyday household products, including various hand sanitizers, soaps, mouth washes, toothbrushes, toys, kitchen items, etc. Some examples include Colgate Total toothpaste and Bath and Body Works’ line of antibacterial soaps. What’s the big deal? Not only does the overuse of antibiotics lead to antibiotic resistance, it also kills the “good” bacteria that are […]
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Watch this inspiring video on the single most important thing you can do each day for your health:
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November 20, 2011
This weekend I was at a conference on naturopathic medicine and one of the talks was given by a famous naturopathic doctor, Lise Alschuler. She described the idea of “forest bathing” whereby people spend time breathing in scents from nature (particularly the volatile oils from trees). She spoke of a study that had been conducted in Japan using two groups of healthy […]
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