It took me awhile to warm up to the idea of quinoa for breakfast, it always seemed more like a savory lunch/dinner grain to me. But add a few toppings and Bwhamo!! – quinoa is breakfast!! Tailor this to your own tastes (I recommend at least one crunchy thing like toasted almonds or coconut and […]
New research is showing us something we didn’t know about medications given for heartburn. The class of drugs we’re talking about are proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) such as Losec, Nexium, Prevacid, or Pariet. These medications account for 1/3 of all prescriptions given in Canada annually and they do something we previously thought only occurred with […]
What the heck?!? Since when does a Naturopathic Doctor advocate for fewer vegetables?? Don’t worry, I haven’t had too much Kombucha, it’s just that fall is here with winter on its heels. In general, our bodies do much better with warmer fare when it’s cold outside. When I say warmer fare, you probably think of […]
With cold and flu season right around the corner, I’m sharing my favorite home remedies to help get rid of nasty bugs before they take hold. Both garlic and ginger have antimicrobial and antiviral properties making them perfect for whatever is going around. Get plenty of rest, take a fast from sugar, and you’ll be […]
“Most people think they lack motivation but what they really lack is clarity” – James Clear – Author of “1% Better Everyday” Clear cited a study about motivation where three groups of people were asked to exercise. The first group was asked to track their exercise, the second group was given a motivational speech, the […]
Heart burn, a symptom of acid reflux or GERD, is experienced by about 60% of the adult population in North America each year. It is usually created by weakness in the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES), excess weight, Hiatal Hernia, or poor gastric emptying (when food stays in your stomach too long). GERD is a serious […]
Lately grains have been getting about as much love as fat did in the 80s, which is none if you’re not old enough to remember! The recent popularity of Paleo and Keto diets have people cutting grains out their diets completely. I agree with cutting out grains you are sensitive to, or those that come […]
Last week we talked about the connection between the gut, the food you eat, and the effects it can have on your brain and emotions. This connection goes both ways, and it has been found that introducing stress reduction techniques can help sooth digestive conditions such as IBS, GERD, Crohn’s, and ulcerative colitis. Here are […]
Lemon water is a popular beverage both for it’s taste and cleansing effects. While I think that regular cleansing is a great idea, lemon water doesn’t work for everyone. Here’s why: The Pros- Lemon water is high in Vitamin C, antioxidants, magnesium, B vitamins, and other nutrients. The combination of these nutrients help boost the […]