Weight Loss
Weight loss can seem like an uphill battle, with so much confusing advice about dieting. The science does appear to be quite consistent with the medical risks associated with weight gain such as obesity, cardiovascular…
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Naturopathic Approaches to Supporting the Kidneys
The kidneys are one of the body’s most important filtration systems and are sometimes overlooked until there is an issue. In traditional Chinese medicine, the kidneys are often referred to as the “root of life,”…
Read MoreAdrenal Fatigue
Adrenal fatigue affects individuals who suffer from a long stretch of physical, mental, environmental, or emotional stress. A “long stretch” can be defined as greater than three months. Adrenal fatigue can affect anyone, but individuals…
Read MoreNaturopathic Approach to Advanced Glycation End-products (AGEs)
Advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) are compounds that are generated under hyperglycemic conditions. They could be formed endogenously, or they could be consumed from our diet. Increased presence of AGEs in the human body is associated…
Read MoreGluten and Its Impact on Chronic Disease
Emerging health implications of gluten sensitivity reach far beyond the borders of the gastrointestinal tract. The gluten-sensitive spectrum includes different forms of manifestations: allergic (wheat allergy), autoimmune celiac disease (CD), dermatitis herpetiformis, gluten ataxia, and…
Read MoreSupports for Liver Detoxification
The body’s ability to detoxify uses several organs such as kidneys, the liver, the skin, bowels, and the lymphatic system. The liver involves phase 1 and phase 2 enzymes.
Read MoreB Vitamins: Should They Be Taken Together or Apart?
We know that vitamins play an important role in our energy and daily metabolic functions. We know that eating a balanced diet full of fruits and vegetables can help lower the risk of chronic disease…
Read MorePremenstrual Syndrome Factors that Cause and Aggravate PMS
Hormones are essential signaling molecules in the body, but can create extreme pain and discomfort for women if they are out of balance. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) has been the brunt of many jokes over many…
Read MorePolycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Fertility Naturopathic Perspectives
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders. PCOS affects one in every five women of the reproductive age.
Read MoreNutritional and Herbal Medicine for Anxiety Disorders Naturopathic Approaches
Anxiety is a very common mental-health disorder and can have implications on all aspects of one’s life. This may come from a variety of factors such as finances, relationships, health, and more. Anxiety lends itself…
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