6 Common Causes of Bloating Bloating is not fun. Most of us have experienced that uncomfortable feeling of suddenly looking six months pregnant after a meal, feeling swollen, uncomfortable, and just n...
Ever notice that your stomach suddenly acts up during stressful weeks? Maybe your bloating gets worse during busy seasons at work. Maybe your stomach aches show up before big events. Maybe your digest...
Nothing humbles you faster than finally making plans… and then waking up congested with a summer cold.The runny noses, congestion, exhaustion, and “please let me breathe normally again” feeling are ve...
This is one of my absolute favorite recipes and is super easy and fast to whip up! It's nutrient dense containing organic cacoa which is considered a super food due to it's high antioxidant capacity...
Often, with our busy lifestyles, it can be difficult to plan ahead healthy meals and snacks. Taking the time to enjoy our food is ideal but sometimes we need a snack to take on the go which is where e...
Happy Hannukah! Celebrate the festival of lights this year with some delicious zucchini latkas; a nutritious, gluten-free, lower carb version of the traditional potato latkas. I love these because the...
These energy balls are a great healthy snack for the go, and take less than 10 minutes to prepare. They offer a satiating combination of fiber, protein, healthy fat and complex carbohydrates and are e...
These healthy zucchini brownies are not only delicious but are packed with nutrients and are gluten free, paleo, packed with superfoods, anti-inflammatory, deliciously fudgy, and the perfect way to b...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBSVZdTQmDsAccording to the Canadian Mental Health Association, at this very moment, 3 million Canadians are suffering from depression and on any given week, more than...
When people ask me what I do, my response is often met with a confused look and the questions “so you’re a nutritionist?” “A herbalist?” “A what type of doctor?” I actually didn't know what a Naturop...
Allergies are the fifth-leading cause of chronic disease in the world and are affecting up to 30% of adults and 40% of children globally. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation, the prevalence...
Constipation is a condition that affects 1 in 4 Canadians and is defined as having a bowel movement fewer than four times per week. Chronic constipation can sometimes be managed with diet and lifestyl...
According to naturopathic medicine, our digestive system is the key to balanced health and vitality. Naturopathic medicine is a combination of Western, modern scientific knowledge with Eastern tradit...
Our hormone system (medically known as our endocrine system) is complex. Our endocrine system consists of 6 different organs (our pituitary gland, pineal gland, thyroid, pancreas, ovaries/testis, and...
Acne vulgaris is the most common dermatological issue seen by physicians. It is a condition that can cause a lot of distress, resulting in lowered self-esteem in some. Often patients will seek pharmac...
Bloating is not fun. We've all been through it, looking 9 months pregnant can make us feel unpleasant, uncomfortable and unattractive. Bloating can come with other symptoms like constipation, gas,...
Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a condition of the bladder that affects millions of women, men, and children worldwide. Also known as bladder pain syndrome (BPS), IC is a chronic inflammatory condition...
Over 50% of women will suffer from a urinary tract infection (UTI) during their lifetime. One-third to one-half of these women will have a recurrent UTI within one year. Recurrent UTI’s are defined as...
There are two parts of our nervous system: The sympathetic nervous system (our fight-or-flight response, involved in stress related activities) The parasympathetic nervous system (our rest an...
Feeling like you could use a reset? Feeling like you overindulged this summer and are having a hard time getting back on track with your health goals? Join us for a 12 day fall live group detox f...
Heartburn, sometimes referred to as acid reflux, or GERD (gastrointestinal esophageal reflux disease), is one of the most common digestive disorder affecting North Americans. After Lipitor (a chole...
Keeping our immune systems strong is the most important thing we can do to protect ourselves against colds and flus. A good defence is the best offence! There is always a risk of exposure, no matter h...
A health-related New Year’s resolution can be so powerful, whether it’s a goal to get stronger, give up a bad habit or lose some weight. Here are some tips to help create and sustain your health goal...
Iron deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency in the world (1). Many women are iron deficient, especially those who are menstruating, pregnant, post-partum or breastfeeding. Iron deficiency...
Constipation is a condition that affects 1 in 4 Canadians and is defined as having a bowel movement fewer than four times per week. Chronic constipation can sometimes be managed with diet and lifestyl...
Allergies are the fifth-leading cause of chronic disease in the world and are affecting up to 30% of adults and 40% of children globally. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation, the prevalence...
When people ask me what I do, my response is often met with a confused look and the questions “so you’re a nutritionist?” “A herbalist?” “A what type of doctor?” I actually didn't know what a Naturop...
According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, at this very moment, 3 million Canadians are suffering from depression and on any given week, more than 500,000 Canadians will not go to work becau...
Some inspiration for your Tuesday :) More Slow, Less Hurry More Smiles, Less Anger More Love, Less Hatred More Fun, Less Serious More Being, Less Doing More Presence, Less Absence More Genero...
