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Health Tips

November 8, 2017

Top 3 Simple Actions You Should Start Now Before The Holiday Season

Yes, it’s the season for cold and flus. It seems that the more our weather fluctuates the more germs are going around. Recently we have been getting a lot of patients coming in with that two week bug that is going around. Have you gotten it? The following are 3 simple actions that you can take to keep healthy this holiday season...
November 1, 2017

Does Your Health Scare You Sometimes?

Many people get accused of being hypochondriacs. Are they really being hypochondriacs or are they just paying attention? Recurrent symptoms such as fatigue, aches and pain, skin irritation, or headaches may just be our bodies’ way of telling us that there is something wrong. If we don’t pay attention then we can run the risk of an actual physiological illness starting.
October 11, 2017

3 Tips for Optimizing Preconception Health

With an interest in fertility, it is common for me to start treating patients once they’ve already run into issues with their fertility. Within the framework […]
November 6, 2016

Is Your Teenager Not Eating Well?

Teenagers’ bodies go through many changes and they need a balanced amount of vitamin and minerals. Our ability to maintain health in the future is many times dependent on our nutrition during these important teenage years. Consider the following examples: We are more likely going to develop osteoporosis in later years unless we take a good amount of calcium, magnesium, Vitamin D and other minerals during our teenage years.
October 19, 2016

How To Choose Your Supplements Wisely

Food is the best way to get all your nutrients. However, in the rushed world that we live in, you may find yourself not taking in all the nutrients that you need from your diet. If you are not sure what supplements to take, please ask your naturopathic doctor for guidance. This is specially important if you are currently pregnant, breastfeeding or taking any medication. You want to make sure the supplement will not interact with what you are currently taking.
September 19, 2016

How To Choose A Calcium Supplement?

Look for a supplement that has the following combinations of vitamins and minerals: calcium, magnesium, Boron, and Vitamin D; and if possible even Manganese, Zinc and Vitamin K. You don’t have to buy all of these separately. You want to look for a product that ideally has all of them together. You can check with your local health food store and if you are not sure, then feel free to call us. We will be happy to help you choosing a good product.