As the temperature drops and the colder months set in, strengthening our immune system with three outstanding immune-boosting champions come to the forefront: Alimax Garlic, Zinc, and Vitamin C—forming the cornerstone of my go-to protocol.
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By now, most people are aware that not all calories are created equal. A calorie from a baked potato will have a different effect on the body than one from a whole egg.
But what about sugar?
Are all sugars created equal? Is the sugar we get from an apple the same as the sugar added to apple juice?
So, be sure to read this week’s blog as we break it down for you and compare natural sugars and sugar additives. But first, I have an important question for you…
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Has someone in your family been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s? Have you been wondering how to reduce your risk? You’re not alone!
More than six million adults over 65 years old have Alzheimer’s dementia. As startling a statistic as this is, numbers are only expected to rise.
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis can seem daunting and frightening for many people. Your memory and ability to perform daily tasks slowly dwindle. You fear becoming a burden and forgetting who you are.
But it doesn’t have to end this way. There are steps you can start taking today that can reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s. As the saying goes - an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
You may have guessed that your diet plays a critical role in all of this - and you’d be right. However, it can be challenging to know where to start when implementing the fruits, vegetables, meat, and supplements that are part of a brain-healthy diet into your everyday meals.
This is where I come in! So, if you are interested in learning more about dietary changes that can reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s, be sure to read this week’s post!
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As winter approaches, have you started thinking about how to maintain your mental health and keep your mood up?
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and the “winter blues,” its milder cousin, are growing concerns for about 15% of Canadians. Plus, many more people deal with various mood disorders regularly. Read on to discover how serotonin affects us, what may happen if we don’t have enough, and what natural things we can try to keep our levels up.
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Have you ever wondered when stress becomes anxiety?
Do you have a child or teen who struggles with a mental health issue? Do you struggle yourself?
If so, you don’t want to miss this week’s blog!
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Roseann, a trailblazer in children’s mental health to discuss her new book, what the difference between stress and anxiety is, and what you can do to help your child and your whole family.
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What do Alzheimer’s, anxiety, brain fog, diabetes, asthma, and allergies have in common?
The answer may shock you. It may also help explain the connection between mental health and immune health. Yes, there is a mind-immune connection. But what is the driving mechanism linking the two?
In a word: Stress!
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Have you ever heard the term HBOT or hyperbaric oxygen therapy?
If you are a diver or pilot, you’re probably aware of this therapy and may have even experienced it yourself.
But did you know that introducing oxygen into your body can help reduce inflammation and stimulate your body’s natural healing processes?
This week I had the great pleasure to sit down with colleague and friend Ken Cassidy to discuss all things oxygen! Ken and I both work at Radiant Life Naturopathic Centre in Kamloops, British Columbia, where he recently brought in a Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber. It is the first of its kind in British Columbia’s interior region.
If you’re wondering what that is, what it can be used for, and how it may be able to help you, keep reading!
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Are you an adult who still deals with the embarrassing effects of acne?
Have you ever wondered what was triggering your unsightly breakouts?
Have you ever noticed acne tends to appear when your stress levels run high?
If so, you may not be imagining things. In fact, you may not even be surprised to hear that our skin’s health is a reflection of what’s happening under the surface; in terms of gut health, stress levels, and hormones.
Eczema can be a manifestation of food intolerances.
Rashes can indicate an over-reactive immune system.
And acne can mean your hormones are out of whack.
What can cause our hormone levels to change? Many things - including stress. This week, we’ll dive into how stress and hormone levels can affect our skin, specifically in terms of acne.
Then we’ll give you some tips about what you can do about it.
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Is your brain inflamed? How can you tell? And if it is, is there anything you can do about it?
One of the most common complaints I hear in my practice is related to brain inflammation. To discover what common complaint this is, to learn what you can do about it, and to download my free resource to help you get started today, be sure to read this week’s blog.
If you care about the health of your brain, you won’t want to miss this!
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Have you heard of EFT or tapping? Either way, you’re in for a treat! I’m super excited to share the recent interview I had with Brad Yates - a leading expert in EFT. Keep reading to discover the details and to learn about EFT as well as how it may help you.
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The term "leaky gut" has been thrown around a lot lately.
Do you think you may have one? How do you know? And if you do, what can you do about it?
Leaky gut can be linked to many different conditions; especially ones related to the gut and chronic inflammation. While there may not be one definitive test to diagnose a leaky gut just yet, there are some known dietary and lifestyle factors that can make it better or worse.
In this week’s blog post, I’ll dive into those factors right after telling you a bit about what it is, how it occurs, and what some of the common symptoms are.
Plus, you’re in for a treat this week. I’m also sharing one of my favourite chicken broth recipes that is slow-cooked and oh so comforting!
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Fuzzy brain? Feeling distracted or exhausted?
Unable to perform at school or work? It's common to feel this way from time to time, but if you're experiencing brain fog on a regular basis, it could be related to what you're eating or drinking.
In order to beat brain fog, there are some foods that you need to avoid. Find out what foods cause brain fog that may be preventing you from staying clear and gaining a competitive edge in life.
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How does an unhappy gut equate to an unhappy brain? I’m sure you’ve heard of the gut-brain axis by now.
But just how closely linked is the health of our gut to the health of our brain? How can one affect the other? And, most importantly, how can we use the health of our gut to improve that of our brain?
Keep reading to find out!
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Could our modern lifestyle be preventing us from getting the quality sleep we need?
We all know that getting quality sleep is important - I’m sure you’ve felt the ramifications of a poor night’s sleep the following day (or two).
Last week I shared why sleep is so important to our health and what happens when we sleep. If you missed it, check it out here.
This week, read on to discover the health benefits of quality sleep and what you can do to get a better night’s rest.
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The Science of Sleep: What Happens when we Sleep?
How many hours of sleep do you typically get each night? Do you wake feeling rested?
Sleep accounts for up to 33% of our lives. We know it’s important and feel the ramifications when we don’t get enough. But what exactly happens when we sleep? And how does our sleep affect both our physical and mental health?
Read this week’s post to find out!
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