Traveling is great! You get to meet new people, taste new food, experience a different culture and you also get to escape from your normal day to day life!. The biggest drawback is that it can put a dent in our exercise routine and healthy lifestyle. For those of us…
Before we dive into the topic of alkalinity, I think it is important to define who we are as a species. We have been designed to be alkaline, yes, but what does this mean exactly? Our two main fluids in the body are blood and lymph. They are meant to…
Formaldehyde is a colorless, strong -smelling gas used in making building materials and several household products. It is used in pressed-wood products including plywood, and fiberboard; glues and adhesives, paper product coatings and also insulation materials. It is best known for its preservative and anti-bacterial properties. The textile industry uses…
How often have you heard that skipping breakfast is the worst mistake you can make? What about all the media reports and so-called health experts that claim that missing breakfast is a huge contributor to weight gain and obesity? Nothing can be further from the truth! It is actually healthier…
Many people believe that fats make them fat, and yet do not realize that they eat foods with a tremendous amount of hidden fat. The truth is that while some fats are essential to our health, others can be very destructive. If we get the right kinds of fats in…
The history of acupuncture dates back over 4000 years ago in China. To our knowledge, there was no school where it was taught, instead it was learned through family tradition. It is a part of the Chinese philosophy of the yin and yang…how one nourishes and balances the other. Acupuncture…
What are Probiotics? Probiotics are typically defined as good bacteria or yeasts that are good for your health. We are encouraged to get more probiotics into our diet because over 70% of our immune system is in our gut and we need to constantly make sure that we keep the…
It is rare that I meet with friends or clients who say that they never feel bloated after eating. In fact, feeling bloated is probably the number one reason people are confused as to what they should be eating. Not everyone reacts the same way after a meal. The…
As a naturopath, I have had a lot of success working with medicinal plants (herbs) to help clients with pain and inflammation in the body. Please note, that all the information written here is not medical advice and it is important that you consult with a medical professional first when…
If we think back to several years ago, we never really heard the expression “brain fog.” Although it is not a medically recognized term, you often hear people use the expression when they have feelings of confusion, forgetfulness, and a lack of focus. There are no tests to diagnose brain…