Spring is in the air … and your mind may wander to all the spring cleaning that awaits. Just as you tackle the nooks and crannies of your home, your body could also use Spring ‘tuning’.
Here are a few simple suggestions to get you started:
Exercise:
You may have spent much of the winter indoors, neglecting [...]
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Thermography For Breast Health
In some countries, thermography is used as a first-line screening tool. These countries include Sweden, Japan and France. Thermography is currently available in Canada. It involves the use of a digital infrared camera as well as a high speed computer for imaging. It measures heat in the body tissue, such as the breasts.
Thermography is based [...]
Alcohol … How Much Is Too Much?
It is common knowledge that excessive alcohol consumption is associated with numerous health problems, including liver disease and pancreatitis. But what about one glass a day? A new study reveals findings that may surprise you!
On February 25, 2009, the Ottawa Citizen printed the following article written by S. Kirkey: “No amount of drinking safe for [...]
An End To The Female Cycle?
Women in their reproductive years may dread ‘that time of the month’. Menses are often coupled with mood swings, bloating, breast tenderness, fatigue, and, at times, cramping. The menstrual cycle can be inconvenient, especially when traveling or for athletes.
The birth control pill is known to help regulate menstrual cycles and can be used [...]
Passion And Zest For Life … The Ingredients To A Healthy Ever After
Is there a link between our well-being and how enjoyable we find our daily lives? Most of us will agree that we continuously seek fulfilling daily experiences. Yet, we may spend much or our day pursuing tasks that are not intrinsically interesting. Can this impact our health?
According to www.naturalnews.com, “People who are happier and more [...]
Acupuncture & Fertility
Infertility continues to be regularly covered by the news. The current debate over the birth of octuplets in the USA has brought fertility treatment into the headlines once again.
Couples dealing with fertility issues experience a roller-coaster of emotions. Unsuccessful attempts at becoming pregnant can take its toll both emotionally and financially, and the situation can [...]
Wet Sock Treatment – What Is It?
The Wet Sock Treatment is a form of hydrotherapy. Hydrotherapy uses hot and cold water to relieve pain and improve overall health, and has been used for centuries.
What conditions can the Wet Sock Treatment benefit?
Congestion.
Upper respiratory tract and sinus infections; colds and flu.
Sore throats.
Earaches and headaches.
How long should I continue this [...]
Naturopathic Medicine
Bringing holistic medicine to the forefront of health care.
As a Naturopathic Doctor, my aim is to inspire you to actively seek a healthier, more balanced way of life, and to provide you with the tools and resources to enable you to optimize your own well-being.
“The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but [...]