Do 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.
Most everyone can benefit from a liver cleanse, and after all of those rich holiday gatherings with potential overload on our liver, what better way to start off the new year?
Read MoreIt’s easy to dream big, but usually living out our biggest dream reality results from all the little choices we made to get there. This coming New Year, I want to focus on small steps we can take towards better health. Sometimes known as the ‘Butterfly Effect’, small choices over time really do add up.
For those who want to be mindful of blood sugar & blood pressure levels and maintain balanced weight this holiday season, these recipe ideas are for you.
As the holiday treat train approaches the station, nobody wants to miss out on all the goodies! Just because you may be living with diabetes doesn’t mean everything has to be off limits, treat wise. There are still options to indulge, it just takes a little bit of extra mindfulness with ingredients and moderation around treat intake. Let’s take a look at some of my favorite diabetic friendly ingredients and why they are supportive to a diabetic lifestyle when consumed mindfully.
Not only does the lack of light in the winter months affect our sleep, it also affects our mood, appetite and overall mental state as a byproduct. When it’s cold out, it may be tempting to lounge around and do less in the day, especially on dreary days, but napping too much can actually negatively affect our sleep. Let’s take a look at a few things that negatively affect our sleep-wake cycle and some solutions to try this winter.
Hair loss is natural. Hair falls out and hair grows in, and while it is normal for the average human to lose 50 and 100 single hairs a day, when our health is out of balance, we may have more hair loss than usual. Many think that hair loss is only the concern of men, but it is estimated to affect more than 50% of women. Let’s take a look at some of the leading causes as well as prevention tips.
There are so many fish in the sea, and they have many benefits for our health! Rich in many essential vitamins, minerals, omega-3s, and low in saturated fats, seafood can be a key player in a nourished and balanced diet– especially when it comes to improving and maintaining cardiovascular and brain health. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits.
Read MoreBreathing in, breathing out… Did you know that the way we breathe affects all aspects of our lives? Science is showing that our breath is our greatest tool for a balanced life, and a calm mind. Let’s take a look at how the breath can serve you through a conscious breathwork practice.
This month we are bringing awareness to Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). 1 in 140 Canadians live with Crohn’s or Colitis, and with the exact cause for disease still remaining unknown, there are many theories as to why it develops. With many preventative dietary and lifestyle changes available, it is still possible to navigate these diseases without the need for medication. Let’s shine more light on gastrointestinal health and take a look at these diseases.
This month’s spotlight is shining on a yummy fall favourite: Sweet Potato! Often colloquially referred to here in Canada as the ‘Yam’, I bet you didn’t know that even sweet potato is a superfood. This root veggie is good for our eyes and skin, maintains healthy blood sugar levels, and helps build immunity.
October 20 was World Osteoporosis Day. This is an important subject to bring awareness to, as bone fractures affect millions of people worldwide each year. By the age of 50, the average Canadian woman has a 40 percent chance of suffering at least one fracture caused by brittle bones. One in every four Canadian women and one in every eight men over this age will be diagnosed with osteoporosis.
The leaves are beginning to fall, there’s a definite crispness to the air, whispers of ‘sweater weather’ are abound… it’s time to get cozy and nourish ourselves with some yummy fall inspired foods! Here are some fall recipes of all types to inspire you in the kitchen during this cyclical shift in your body and seasons’ changes.
Period Action Day (PAD) is occurring on October 8 in the US, and it inspired me to write on this important subject, because it could use attention here in Canada as well. Not all women and girls have access to menstruation products in North America, let alone the rest of the world, and this day brings awareness to that concerning fact.In the wellness communities, it is also being brought forth that not all menstrual products are created equal, and some of the popular brands actually contain many harmful chemicals.
Read MoreWe are living in a world where there is a lot of pressure on the body to look a certain way, and somehow that got us measuring our worth to our size.
With all the weight loss fads out there aiming to drop the pounds as quickly as possible, there are some important questions to be asking. Please take this with a reminder that your worthiness has nothing to do with the size of your jeans - but if you are thinking about losing weight because you want to be the most energetic, well-nourished version of yourself, this guide is for you.
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