The Benefits of a Digital Detox
Have you ever felt slightly panicked when you’re separated from your phone? Do you know how many hours a day you spend on your digital devices? Do you feel your online activities have a positive effect on your overall well being? Those are all important questions. And another to consider: Does doing a digital detox […]
Reduce Environmental Pollution In Your Home
Is your home affecting your health? If you avoid obvious pollutants like cigarette smoke, you may be pretty certain your home is not toxic. And if you clean regularly, you might even be slightly offended by the suggestion! However, indoor pollutants are much more common than many people realize. The sources of many pollutants are […]
Happiness Checklist: Are You as Happy as You Want to Be?
Are you happy? It might be a simple question, but for many people, happiness feels like an impossible goal to reach. In fact, studies show that only about one in three people consistently identify as “happy.” If that seems a bit depressing, rest easy. The steps to living a happier life are easier than you […]
When does a miscarriage end?
By: Dr. Sue Love ND When does a miscarriage end? I was completely floored when during my second pregnancy I was told at 9 weeks, that the baby had stopped growing at 6 weeks. I know this news would be difficult for anyone, but I didn’t realize how difficult it was for me until I […]
Let’s talk about poop, Baby!
Did you just cringe a bit? Let’s face it, potty-shop-talk isn’t anybody’s favourite topic. Nonetheless, our bowel movements hold valuable clues to our overall health. But these signs are often ignored because most of us are a bit uncomfortable talking about them – even to our healthcare providers. Your Appointment is a Judgement-Free Zone Keep […]
Top 5 Tips to Recharge Your Energy
One of the best indicators that you’re having a great day is the feeling that your energy is high, steady, and that overall you feel good and can enjoy accomplishing the tasks at hand. Maybe it’s that you bounced out of bed that morning, or sang in the shower. It could be that you didn’t […]
Hyper or Hypothyroidism: Often Misdiagnosed
Your thyroid is your body’s powerhouse. Your energy levels, metabolism, and heart rate are all controlled by this small, butterfly-shaped gland. Without enough thyroid hormone, your mitochondria aren’t able to produce the energy that your cells need for optimum performance. At the other end of the spectrum, your body can go into “overdrive” if it […]
Biohacking: Improve Your Well-being with Simple Health “hacks”
If you follow health-related news, you’ve probably come across the term “biohacking” recently. The word itself might sound intimidating to the average person, but the concepts behind biohacking are actually quite simple: If you follow health-related news, you’ve probably come across the term “biohacking” recently. The word itself might sound intimidating to the average person, […]
Preventing the Post-Holiday Party Hangover
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – with plenty of food, drinks, parties and late nights, it’s not surprising that many of us need a vacation after the holidays. Here are our top 3 tips to help prevent writing-off your day after a holiday party and get the most of your time off […]
Spring is in the air…and so are ALLERGIES!
As we emerge from the coldest winter in 20 years, it’s a perfect time to start thinking about getting our bodies and minds ready for a happy and healthy spring and summer. As Naturopathic Doctors, from a Chinese Medicine perspective we think of spring as a time to support the Liver, an essential organ system […]