Cupping Therapy: History & Uses
Written by Talitha Reis, R.TCMP, R.Ac Cupping Therapy is a treatment method developed by our ancient practitioners in the process of struggling against diseases. It is an important component in the non-drug therapies of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The earliest literacy record for cupping therapy dates back to the 3rd century B.C.for the treatment of […]
Sign the Petition to Protect your Freedom of Choice in Health Care!
An excerpt from a news article outlining the proposed changes to natural health product regulations states: Freedom of Choice “With the repeal of the Natural Health Product Regulations, the only avenue left to get approval to treat serious health conditions will be the new drug approval process which a natural health product will never go […]
Lyme Disease Is On The Rise… Live Blood Analysis Can Help!
Lyme disease is on the rise across the country. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) reported 144 cases of Lyme disease in 2009. In 2016, that number rose to 992 across the country. Many experts believe climate change and our impact on the planet are partly to blame for the rise in tick […]
Creating Vibrant Fertility
Welcome to the Creating Vibrant Fertility Program ©! This program is designed to empower you with the tools and strategies to achieve not just a successful and healthy conception, but more importantly, to learn how to create a vibrantly healthy and happy baby! The desire to support new parents in bringing healthy children into this world […]
Vegan Chocolate Mousse
Vegan Chocolate Mousse 1 ripe avocado 1/4 cup cacao powder 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup almond milk 1 tsp vanilla extract Mix all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy. Top with your favourite fruits, nuts or coconut flakes and enjoy! *Avocados contain heart healthy fat, fiber, Vitamins B, E, K […]
Diversify
Written by Deborah VanderKruk, RMT Diversify. It’s usually a term that comes up in conversations about our financial investing. But I want to apply it to our daily movement patterns. Think about the movements you do, day in and day out. Our bodies get comfortable with certain postures, gait patterns and asymmetries due to […]
Using Medicinal Herbs for Stress, Fatigue & Anxiety
Using Medicinal Herbs for Stress, Fatigue, and Anxiety As a naturopathic doctor practicing in the downtown Toronto and Port Credit area, I’ve learned that stress is almost always a factor affecting my patients’ health concerns. And it’s no surprise – a 2010 report conducted by Statistics Canada revealed that over 1 in 4 Canadians described […]
Sinus Headaches
Written by Jennifer Hyland, RMT Pounding, driving, aching pain that wouldn’t go away…that’s how a patient described her sinus headaches to me. She was averaging 5 headache days per week, sometimes cancelling plans with family to stay home. Working together, she gradually went down to 2 days a week, and eventually a full week without […]
Carrot Ginger Soup
Carrot Ginger Soup By Nindy Grewal CNP, LBA, B.Ed Now that we are all starting 2018 on a healthier path, plus we are also trying to stay warm, I have shared this comforting and nutritious soup. This Carrot Ginger Soup is easy to make and delicious! Make it and store it in your freezer for […]
Honouring Your Stories
Written by Dr. Jessica Liu, ND I am humbled. I have been in practice now over a decade and I am still humbled every day by the privilege I have to support my patients in their journey to better…better health, better joy, better understanding. Or to just be exactly where they are but to be […]