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Not Feeling Well? Heal Yourself with Items Available at Your Local Grocer

posted Friday, November 1, 2019

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Next time your down and out with a cold or flu, head to your local grocery store to pick up some of these herbs to boost your immune system naturally. Here are some of the best herbs that have healing properties and an affinity towards enhancing the body’s ability to cope with common illnesses, such […]

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Back to School Essentials: Natural Health Products to Keep Kids Healthy

posted Sunday, September 1, 2019

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School is just around the corner, whether you’ve got big kids or a little one, keeping them healthy is a top priority. The common cold and flu viruses ramp up around this time of year, with kids back in school and lots of new germs circulating. Now is the best time to stock up on […]

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Suffering with Achy Joints? Natural Recommendations for Pain Relief

posted Wednesday, July 17, 2019

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Suffering from arthritis, achy or stiff joints? Joint pain can lead to a poor quality of life, low mood, and less time spent doing the things you love. Here are my top 5 simple strategies for managing pain and preventing it in the future.  Arnica. Available in a cream, gel, or homeopathic preparation; Arnica is […]

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Sun’s out, Fun’s out – Tips for Choosing a Sunscreen

posted Monday, June 10, 2019

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Summer is almost upon us. Now that the weather is getting better, it’s the perfect time to step outside and get your vitamin D. Here is my list of tips for managing sun exposure: Ten to fifteen minutes of unprotected sun exposure early in the morning or late in the day is the perfect time […]

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May is Mental Health Month

posted Friday, May 10, 2019

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The month of May is Mental Health Awareness month; a social issue that is near and dear to my heart. Some of you may know that the mental health profession is a passion of mine; before finishing my doctorate in naturopathic medicine I worked as a social worker with women and children in various organizations. […]

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Is Your Liver Causing You to Gain Weight?

posted Tuesday, March 19, 2019

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Recently I tuned into a live webinar with Dr. Alan Christianson, NMD, about why your liver may be playing a role in your inability to lose weight. I thought this was an interesting concept, because as Dr. Christianson mentions in this webinar, fatty liver is an extremely common condition, making weight loss difficult, perhaps even […]

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Trouble Sleeping? Here’s How You Can Improve Your Sleep Routine To Get a Better Night’s Rest

posted Sunday, February 3, 2019

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In my clinical practice I see all kinds of patients with all different concerns, however, it is a rarity that I see someone who doesn’t or hasn’t had an issue with their sleep. Sleep concerns can be related to stress, a health condition, or poor sleep habits. If you consistently go to bed after midnight, […]

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Winter Got You Down?

posted Thursday, January 24, 2019

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Feeling sad, low mood, tired, irritable, anxious, not interested? You may have the “winter blues” also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Other symptoms include: sugar cravings, difficulty concentrating, over sleeping, weight gain, and sometimes even suicidal thoughts. Seasonal affective disorder is a type of depression that is related to the change in seasons, typically […]

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7 Ways to Stay Healthy This Holiday Season

posted Sunday, December 23, 2018

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The holidays are just around the corner, the last thing you need to come down with a cold or flu. Here’s some tips for staying healthy this winter: 1. The obvious one: wash your hands, lots. Unfortunately, the winter is synonymous with cold and flu season. The last thing you need is to be sick […]

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7 Reasons to See a Naturopath

posted Monday, November 5, 2018

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Have you been thinking about seeing a naturopathic doctor but aren’t sure what to expect or how they could help you? Here are some of the top reasons to seek out a naturopath. 1. Wholistic approach. Most people seek out naturopathic services because they are looking for a different approach to their health. Naturopathic doctors […]

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