February is Heart Health Month, and in support of that, a short reminder of three things you likely already know you should be doing to keep your heart healthy. In this week’s blog post, we ask Jonah Lusis, ND what are the best things… [LEARN MORE]
Tag Archives: naturopathic medicine
The Birth Of Sarah*
In honour of doula week, I thought I’d share a birth story (with the permission of those involved, of course) with all of you. Enjoy! – Emily Bennett, ND Laura* was five days past her due date when things started to get going. This… [LEARN MORE]
The Dairy Queen Blizzard®: Supporter of The Hospital for Sick Children, but also Diabetes.
Today, August 14, is Miracle Treat Day, meaning if you purchase any size Blizzard® at a Dairy Queen restaurant, they will donate the proceeds to local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. I’m certainly not criticizing supporting children’s hospitals, but a large-size “M & M Blizzard®”… [LEARN MORE]
The Four Foundations of Children’s Health: Pillar One – Whole Family Health
In October, I had the privilege of meeting with a group of parents to discuss strategies for optimizing their children’s health. The discussion centered around four “pillars” of health that form the strong foundation for future health. The first “pillar” of the foundation is… [LEARN MORE]
The Four Foundations of Children’s Health: Pillar Three – The Microbiome
My third Pillar of Health for families relates to a relatively new area of medicine, the microbiome. The microbiome, as it turns out, plays a role in a wide range of chronic health conditions, including food, environmental and seasonal allergies, eczema, asthma, ulcerative colitis,… [LEARN MORE]
The Four Foundations of Children’s Health: Pillar Two – Family Nutrition
In our family, and for the families we work with, we emphasize nutrition as essential for optimal health. Eating a well-balanced, whole foods diet will improve most health issues and prevent a myriad of chronic health problems. We also feel better when we eat… [LEARN MORE]
What is a Doula?
Pregnancy is a period of big changes in a new mother’s life, a time filled with beautiful moments and serious challenges. As your baby grows, it’s normal to want comfort, reassurance and support from the people around you – both loved ones and medical… [LEARN MORE]
What is an Elimination Diet?
Continuing our conversation on improving digestive health, Jonah Lusis, ND discusses in this two-part question, an elimination diet and its benefits in treatment. What is an elimination diet? An elimination diet is a therapeutic diet used to identify foods a person doesn’t tolerate well.… [LEARN MORE]
What is the difference between the food allergy test I have had with my MD, and an IgG allergy test?
In our last “Ask the Doctor” post for Crohn’s and Collitis Month, Jonah Lusis, ND answers a commonly asked question about IgE and IgG food testing. What is the difference between the allergy test I have had with my MD, and an IgG allergy… [LEARN MORE]
What to Expect During a Cleanse
There are a lot of myths about cleansing floating around, many of which we’ve already debunked in an earlier blog post. But if you won’t feel tired and cranky or be running to the bathroom all day, what should you expect during your first cleanse?… [LEARN MORE]
