What kind of life do you want to live? And how do you want to feel?
I see patients all the time who tell me that they want more energy, a happier mood, no pain, great sleep, and fewer cravings – maybe you’re the same.
But you may be surprised to learn that inflammation could be stopping […]
Whole Wheat Apple Spice Muffins
Move over pumpkin spice and hello apple spice! They say variety is the spice of life and we’ve taken that philosophy with us to the kitchen. This fall keep your dessert repertoire fresh by introducing apple spice in place of your typical pumpkin spice.
These healthy, Whole Wheat Apple Spice Muffins work […]
Not feeling like yourself lately?
Are you feeling:
Fatigue?
Mood swings?
Poor memory/concentration?
Low sex drive?
Vaginal/skin dryness?
Hair loss?
Brittle nails?
Weight gain
Joint pain?
Stress/Anxiety?
Hot flashes?
Night sweats?
It could be perimenopause, the transition period before menopause which lasts on average for 4 to 8 years.
Menopause marks the end of a women’s reproductive years; […]
Turmeric is a tuberous plant (Curcuma longa) from the ginger family, and curcumin is one of the compounds found in the root of that plant. The root of the turmeric plant contains phytonutrients, many of which are in a group known as curcuminoids (a group of polyphenols). These curcuminoids are the phytonutrients that produce a […]
Sugar-laden diets, low physical activity and stress which are so prevalent in today’s busy lifestyles, can contribute to a condition known as IGT (impaired glucose tolerance) – a condition which is often experienced prior to the onset of diabetes.1 When we experience glucose intolerance, it means that our body has reduced sensitivity to insulin and […]
Curcumin – a pigment found in turmeric – is the main ingredient in curry and is responsible for its beautiful golden colour. Turmeric is a rhizome (or root) and a member of the ginger family that has been cultivated in India, China, and other tropical countries for its use in cooking for over a thousand […]
Over 100,000 chemicals are found in our environment and in common consumer products. Unsurprisingly, residents of urban areas and high traffic neighbourhoods have the highest exposure to harmful environmental compounds. They are also at greater risk of developing health conditions such as allergies and asthma.1
We are exposed to exogenous toxins (harmful chemicals made outside […]
Omega-3 fatty acids are a hot topic these days – and for good reason! Omega-3 fats are found throughout the cellular membranes of our bodies and research suggests they can positively impact many aspects of our health. However, since our bodies don’t produce omega-3, we can only acquire it by eating foods rich in essential […]
Sytrinol can be a safe, effective, less expensive and natural way to lower blood cholesterol and decrease the risk of heart attack. Cholesterol-lowering drugs (CLDs) do decrease blood cholesterol and risk of coronary attack, even though there are several short and possibly long-term side effects.
For instance, one major study showed that patients taking CLDs may […]
Autumn is a time to be more mindful of our health as we prepare for Winter. As the leaves change their colour and form to adapt to the winter months, our cells also need to adapt to the changing seasons by shredding and renewing. Our body comprises of trillions of cells, and Schuessler Tissue Salts […]
