Summer is a season of warmth, vitality, and outdoor activities. It provides a perfect opportunity to reevaluate our habits and make positive changes that support our well-being. This summer, why not embrace four small lifestyle changes that could have a big impact on your quality of life? By incorporating these changes into your routine, you can enhance your overall health, boost energy levels, and fully embrace the joys of the season.
Read MoreIt’s no secret anymore that gut health is of the utmost importance. The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in the body’s ability to digest and absorb nutrients, detox waste materials, regulate hormones, and has even been shown to have an impact on our brains. Let’s have a look at the benefits of fermented foods, as well as some yummy recipes.
Read MoreAs this month we celebrate Mother’s Day, I figured it was a good time to talk about an issue that plays a role in many women’s health. Hormone imbalance is something that affects the modern woman at staggering rates. It’s estimated that 80% of women will experience some form of hormone imbalance in her life. The good news is that diet plays a big role in our hormonal balance, and with a few simple changes you can support your body to function optimally.
Read MoreWith all of the horror stories about the damaging effects of the sun’s UV rays, we can sometimes lose sight of the life-giving qualities of the sun, and the profound impact that sun exposure has on good health.
As with anything, it ultimately comes down to balance. So let's dive into why getting some rays is important for good health, in addition to touching base on the cornerstones to enjoying the sun safely.
May is Asian Heritage Month! This month is close to my heart, due to my own Asian heritage, so I’ve decided to put together a list of Asian inspired recipes to celebrate.
Read MoreIn older generations, the ‘cure all' of fresh air was a popular focus. While it may not be a cure all, getting fresh air everyday is of key importance to good health. As is the quality of the air we breathe indoors. Link in bio for the benefits, as well as indoor air purification recommendations.
In the last couple of decades, more and more awareness has been brought to the issue of food intolerances. With the rise of industrial pesticide use, higher stress levels, and more chemical additives in our foods. more Canadians are experiencing food intolerances than ever before. Many people are not aware that food intolerances could be a factor for them, so I wanted to put together a guide showing how food intolerances can impact us, symptoms, potential causes, as well as highlight the process of sensitivity testing within the naturopathic setting.
We’re back with another Superfood Spotlight! This time focusing on Green Tea. Matcha, as it is also known as in its powdered form, is a powerful antioxidant, with yummy versatility in recipes of all kinds. Let’s take a look the benefits and some creative recipes that go beyond the teacup.
Easter time is here! And with that, many will be planning an Easter morning brunch. For many people dealing with gluten intolerance can put a wrench in holiday eats, so let’s have a look at some fabulous gluten free brunch ideas for Easter morning.
Read MoreWhether you’re a breakfast lover or a reluctant morning eater, the jury is in that eating breakfast is an important part of building good health. However, with busy schedules and the morning rush it can be difficult to figure out what to serve up for this oh so important meal. Don’t worry, that’s why i’m here. I’ve rounded up some yummy weekday and weekend breakfast recipes to help you kickstart your day with nourishment.
Read MoreIf you’ve stuck with your New Years Resolution to hit the gym this year, you may be finding yourself feeling a little lost when it comes to strength training. Many women are afraid to strength train because they are worried about getting bulky, but there are many health benefits to strong muscles, along with actually improving the figure. Let’s have a look at some of the benefits of building muscle, as well as some tips for sustainable gains.
Read MoreWith so many to dos, our modern go go attitude, and poor sleep hygiene, more than 20% of North American adults report insomnia, and a staggering 62% of adults report being chronically under rested. Poor sleep is a factor in many aspects of poor health, and can have significant and long term impacts on the body and our longevity. Let’s take a look at how poor sleep effects us, the main culprits for poor sleep, as well as some hacks to make the most of your zzz’s.
Read MoreWith Spring Break around the corner, many parents are figuring out how to make the most of it. While many families choose to take this time for family holidays, if you’re not able to take a trip away, having some fun, engaging, and healthy activities in your back pocket will be a big help when you find your kids wondering ‘and now what?’ and cut down on mindless screen time to fill the gaps.
Read MoreSince it’s Valentine’s day this month, I thought that for this article I would focus on relationships. Whether or not you have a partner or celebrate this Hallmark holiday, it's a good time to appreciate all of our relationships, (romantic or not) as they are foundational to our wellbeing!
Read MoreDo you or someone you know struggle with migraines? Whether they are chronic or occasional, it’s no fun to feel like your brain hurts. So why do we get them? There could be various genetic reasons, a chemical imbalance, deficiency, stress or other environmental factors. If you are wanting to avoid pharmaceuticals and gain relief in a natural way, it is possible!
Read MoreWe’re back with another superfood spotlight. I've decided to focus this time on the fantastic (and delicious) fungi of our world…Mushrooms! Did you know that these funny little funguses are jam packed with nutrients and support a wide variety of health concerns? They can be taken in different ways to support your cognitive, cardiovascular, immune, skin, bone and digestive health concerns (just to name a few)! In today’s blog, we focus on seven different types of mushrooms, ways to take them and what parts of our lives they benefit, as well as share some yummy recipes.
Read MoreUnderstanding your brain can be a big puzzle piece to overall health. When you get to know the messengers (chemicals) in your brain, you can see where there might be some mixed messages that could be affecting your stress and emotional levels. When we have a deficiency or imbalance in our brain chemical makeup it can look like anxiety, depression or stress and it can also impact our appetite and energy levels. Let’s take a look at some of the brain’s key chemicals and their roles and how meditation is like the gym for your brain.
Read MoreA good way we can nourish ourselves while staying warm in winter is drinking yummy tonics, elixirs and broths. These are amazing options to help keep winter-bugs away with jam packed nutrients, minerals and vitamins all served up in a hot liquid on cold, dreary days. I’m happy to share with you some delicious, immune boosting and soul-warming recipes to keep you in good health in this beautiful start to a New Year.
As more fancy heat products are coming on the market, there are many things to consider. Let’s look into the benefits, why heat therapy works, what conditions it supports and which method might be right for you.
Read MoreIf you take your wellbeing seriously then you probably already know that regular exercise is key to maintaining vibrant health. Sure, this is easy to maintain when the months are warmer and the outdoors are much more inviting, but I am about to encourage you (and perhaps inspire you) to continue getting outside… even in the cold of winter! Hopefully this article invites a new perspective on the health benefits of cold temperatures and inspires some new ideas and activities for you to try.
