Dr. Tasreen Alibhai
Happy 2019! At the start of the new year, many of us are thinking about getting back on track after holiday indulgence. Past statistics of the top New Years resolution indicate eating healthier and losing weight continues to be the top resolution for most people. I suggest we add balancing our gut flora as a part of our top resolution. Continue reading
Dr. Jennifer Luis, B.Sc., B.Ed., N.D.
One of the most frustrating aspects of weight loss is when results are not achieved despite doing everything “right”. I regularly hear about weight loss struggles even with personal training 4-5 times per week doing high intensity workouts and eating a sugar-free, low carb diet. Continue reading
Natasha Asselstine, R.H.N.
My husband refers to me as the “salad lady” because whenever we put on a dinner party I always put together elaborate salads that guests seem to really enjoy. Continue reading
Dr. Tasreen Alibhai
In past newsletters I frequently write about ways to improve digestive health and reduce a bloated belly. With summer just around the corner, this is a great time to discuss constipation and its impact on your health including a bloated belly.
Many adults and children suffer from constipation. Approximately 1 in 4 Canadians experience constipation. Continue reading
Dr. Jennifer Luis, B.Sc., B.Ed., N.D.
We all know about histamine responses when it comes to spring allergies – sneezing, watery eyes, itchy ears and throat, sometimes even hives or generally itchy skin. Continue reading
Dr. Jennifer Luis, B.Sc., B.Ed., N.D.
Are you feeling tired and know that your digestion is not perfect? Have laboratory tests consistently shown low iron and/or B12 levels despite a healthy diet and even supplementation? Perhaps the root cause lays in the stomach.
Hypochlorhydria, or low stomach acid production is much more common than over-production of acid. It makes a lot of sense once you understand the biology of the body. Continue reading
Natasha Asselstine, R.H.N.
Oh the dreaded holiday dinner table… The juicy meats, the steaming rice, the heaped potatoes, the sugar cookies right next to the darling gingerbread men. Not to mention the mulled wine. Continue reading
Dr. Jennifer Luis, B.Sc., B.Ed., N.D.
This is a common concern that we see in practice almost daily. Laboratory testing shows a low, but yet “normal” stored iron (aka ferritin) and it doesn’t seem to move very much after repeat testing. So, what’s the ideal? Continue reading
Natasha Asselstine, R.H.N.
Many people I work with paint me a similar picture about their health:
They eat a very clean diet based on whole foods, and avoid anything processed. But they feel absolutely terrible.
Dr. Jennifer Luis, B.Sc., B.Ed., N.D.
Most people benefit from probiotics found in fermented foods like kombucha, kimchi, sauerkraut, kefir or supplements. But how do you know if you are taking the “right” types? Adding healthy bacteria into a health regime is becoming more mainstream with medical doctors and is a staple with naturopathic physicians. However, when you go to the health store, it can be overwhelming to pick out an effective option. Continue reading