Have you heard of Helicobacter Pylori? Research tells us that this ancient bacteria may actually be beneficial for some, but for others, it causes digestive symptoms that range from miserable to lethal. An active H. Pylori infection can go...
Read moreArthritis: The Latest Research on Holistic Therapies
If you’ve ever suffered from joint pain, you know how much of a headache it is. All the aches and pains of arthritis make moving your joints unnecessarily difficult, and the prospect of your symptoms worsening over time is daunting, to say the...
Read moreWhat the Research Tells us About CBD
CBD, or Cannabidiol, is an extract of the cannabis plant that has gained a powerful following amongst healthcare practitioners since becoming legal in recent years. As its use becomes more widespread, it is emerging as an effective alternative to...
Read more4 Surprising Factors that Contribute to Stubborn Weight Gain
Eat less, exercise more. Is it really that easy? You may not be surprised to hear that losing excess weight and keeping it off goes way beyond such one-dimensional recommendations. In fact, the concept of calories in and calories out may be the...
Read moreChronic Stress Can Affect Your Immunity: Adapting Your Body To Stressful Times
Why does stress weaken immunity? The process makes perfect sense if you think of how we lived for most of human history. Not too long ago, if we perceived a threat, such as a predatory animal in the wild, we had to respond – and quickly! In that...
Read moreMeditation Eases Anxiety in Uncertain Times
Tense muscles. Obsessing about the news. Anxiety about the future. Difficulty sleeping. Do all of these sound familiar? You’re definitely not alone. There’s no doubt that we are living with a lot of uncertainty right now. How can we cope?...
Read more7 Day Meal Plan – Our gift to you
Dear Friends and Clients, As we proceed in our determined efforts to protect the most vulnerable in our society from the threat of Covid-19, many of our colleagues are unable to continue in their field of employment. Our Registered Holistic...
Read moreHow To Boost Your Immune System And Navigate COVID-19 Fears
With many of our clients glued to the news of the spread of the novel coronavirus, we want to address the questions we’re receiving daily. Preventing illness altogether may be out of our control, however preparing our bodies, minds and homes can...
Read moreFatty Liver: Natural Tips to Restore Liver Health
You might think that a sluggish liver is something that only heavy drinkers or fans of fried food have to worry about. However, conditions like fatty liver are becoming increasingly common among people who don’t drink much alcohol at all. In...
Read moreNutritional Deficiencies – Are You At Risk?
Never before in history has so much food been so readily available. With the click of a mouse, many of us can have nutritious, quick to prepare meals delivered right to our door. And, thanks to the internet, it’s easier than ever to learn about...
Read moreManage Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and Get Your Vitality Back
Manage Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and Get Your Vitality Back A diagnosis of Hypothyroidism, or underactive thyroid, means that your thyroid gland is not producing high enough hormone levels to carry out its many roles in the body.  ...
Read moreDistractions: What’s the Cost to Your Wellbeing?
Distractions: What’s the Cost to Your Wellbeing? Here’s a challenge: Can you read this article from beginning to end without being distracted? And how will any distractions affect your ultimate understanding of the subject? The answers...
Read moreTips on Preventing Viruses and the top 7 Antivirals
Viruses come in all different shapes and sizes and they affect us all differently. Some can be more serious while some are just your common colds. The elderly, young children and those with compromised immune systems can be at a greater risk of...
Read moreHow to Conquer Stress and Put the Joy Back in the Holidays
How to Conquer Stress and Put the Joy Back in the Holidays December brings festive parties, fun times with family, favourite traditions… and stress. How much stress? According to a Healthline survey, the combination of joy and pressure...
Read more7 Steps To Avoid Packing On Extra Pounds This Holiday Season
7 Steps To Avoid Packing On Extra Pounds This Holiday Season Do you have big plans for January? Many of our patients say they’d like to take control of their health in 2020. That often includes losing some unwanted pounds. However, it’s...
Read moreBowen Therapy
Relax, reduce pain, and return to optimal health. We are happy to announce we’re now offering Bowen Therapy services. Bowen is a gentle physical therapy that encourages the body’s relaxation response. By shifting from the “fight or flight” mode...
Read moreFacial Rejuvenation Acupuncture
Want that self-care glow? Treat yourself to some “you time” that makes you feel happy and confident in your skin. Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture is a non-invasive technique that promotes the health and appearance of youthful skin. With the use...
Read moreCleveland Clinic Study Finds Functional Medicine Model is Associated with Improvements in Health-Related Quality of Life
Functional medicine addresses the root causes of chronic disease In the first retrospective cohort study of the functional medicine model, Cleveland Clinic researchers found that functional medicine was associated with improvements in...
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