Probiotics, Gut Health & Glowing Skin Did you know there’s a close relationship between the health of your gut and the health of your skin? It is important to understand the relationship between gut health and glowing skin. There are many different microorganisms, including bacteria, that reside in the gut and which are often simply […]
Become an Informed Consumer of Health Information
Eat this, not that. One day a certain supplement or medication is great for you, but a week later you’re being advised not to take it. How can you judge the worth of media hype around health information and determine what applies to you? Become an informed consumer of health information by asking key questions […]
Six Secrets to Pumping Up Your Resilience
Six Secrets to Pumping Up Your Resilience: Catch It Early. One trait of highly resilient individuals is a keen awareness for when things aren’t going right. We’ve all heard doctors say “good thing we caught it early,” and that applies to stress: Identify stress early in the process and you can be proactive in […]
Improving Lives with Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for Dementia Patients
Improving Lives with Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for Dementia Patients Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) is a small group program designed to improve the mental abilities, learning, thinking and memory skills of people living with Alzheimer’s Disease and Vascular dementia, the two main types of dementia. An evidence-based treatment backed by extensive clinical research, CST has been […]
The Extraordinary Health Benefits of Eggs
The Extraordinary Health Benefits of Eggs Throughout the world, eggs are one of the most affordable, versatile, and nutrient dense foods. At times controversial, due to the cholesterol content, eggs are now considered an important part of a healthy diet when eaten in moderation. Eggs are an excellent source of protein and other essential […]
Experience the Health Benefits of Nature
Nature’s Remedy Just Beyond Your Front Door to Experience the Health Benefits of Nature Feeling sluggish? Unmotivated? Stressed? Depressed or anxious? Before you reach for medication, consider a remedy that exists just beyond your front door. Experience the health benefits of nature. Compelling scientific evidence shows the less time children and adults spend in nature, […]
Consult a Holistic Veterinarian for the Right Herbs for your Pet
<p>Save yourself a lot of heartache when you are considering what herbs to give your pets. The best advice you can follow when it comes to giving a pet herbs is this: consult a holistic veterinarian with the right herbs for your pet. When it comes to herbs for pets, just as with people, there […]
The What, Why & How of Plant-based Nutrition, for Everyone
The-what-why-how-of-plant-based-nutrition-for-everyone might surprise you: not all plant-based diets require elimination of meat. From “meaty” to minimal to meat-free, there are a variety of plans to choose from. And whatever plan you choose, you can be confident that your plant-based diet will help enhance fitness performance, reduce your risk for acute illness, and protect against chronic […]
Three Key Facts About Naturopathic Medicine
We will discuss how three key facts about naturopathic medicine will help you see how you can work with your health care team towards achieving optimum health. The first fact relates to the Six Principles of the Naturopathic Order, which we have discussed in an earlier post. The six principles recognizes that the ND practice is […]
Two Facts about Patients who Seek Naturopathic Medicine
Over the past few weeks we have discussed the myths regarding the education and philosophies of naturopathic medicine and the actual practice of naturopathic medicine. This week, we are discussing two myths about patients who seek naturopathic medicine as a part of their wellness plan. In this post in the series of myths and facts […]