Crucial Antioxidants – Uses and Who Needs Them the Most
In the last few years, the hype around “superfoods” has many of us adding random dried fruits and ingredients to our day without understanding what they are and how they work.
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Redefining Approaches to Menopause – What to Expect and What Options Are Available for Management
Most women spend their entire lives waiting for their menstrual cycle to end. “No more discomfort!” we cry, thinking that this glorious time will bring cessation of all our hormone imbalances, headaches, skin concerns, bloating,…
Read MoreBorderline Personality Disorder – Learning to Calm Before the Storm
BPD is described as a pattern of instability in multiple facets of life. People with this disorder often have emotional regulation issues and difficulty tolerating distress. They engage in self-harm activities, impulsivity, and attempted suicides.…
Read MoreHerbs at Home – Help Is Closer Than You Think
Plants grow all around us; some with medicinal value we might not be aware of. Beyond health-promoting fruits, vegetables, and other plant-based foods, local herbs and spices and those easily obtained from the grocery store…
Read MoreSupporting a Healthy Liver – Naturopathic Approaches
Every organ in the body has a unique and essential role in maintaining balance in the body. The harmony that is created when they all work well together can really energize us—but can equally deplete…
Read MoreDealing with Shingles – Naturopathic Approaches
Shingles is often touted as an infection of the elderly. We see commercials on TV for the shingles vaccine, and everyone pictured is over the age of 60. Perhaps the pain of shingles can be…
Read MoreAllergic Rhinitis – Curcumin and Probiotics Can Help
Allergic rhinitis (AR)—known for causing watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and nasal congestion—is becoming more common in developed countries. In Canada, up to 44% of individuals claim to have experienced AR symptoms, while…
Read MoreWhat Does It Mean to Be Adrenal-Fatigued? – Naturopathic Assessments and Supports
These days, it is quite rare to meet someone who does not identify with fatigue or stress on some level. Adrenal insufficiency is a common diagnosis amongst naturopathic doctors and alternative practitioners, but few will…
Read MoreCandida Overgrowth Syndrome – Naturopathic Perspectives
A fairly common but often underrecognized condition I encounter as a naturopathic doctor is “chronic yeast infection”; something you may have heard of. It is also sometimes called Candida overgrowth syndrome (COS). This condition can…
Read MoreThe Development of Food Sensitivities – True and False Sensitivities and What to Do About Them
Today, most schools are nut-free facilities, and laws have been passed to ensure proper labeling of all ingredients in a product. Still, many families struggle with the idea of keeping certain foods off the dinner…
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