by Dr. Miranda, ND | Oct 27, 2015 | Healthy Tips
Written by Dr. Sandra Miranda, ND We always think of the winter months as a time when we are going to feel tired and get sick more often. But does it really have to be like that? It is normal to get sick a couple of times per year, it helps us develop certain...
by Dr. Miranda, ND | Oct 27, 2015 | Healthy Tips
Written by Dr. Sandra Miranda, ND Depending on the time of year, up to 17% to 21% of all prescriptions given are antibiotics. Now, there is no question that antibiotics can save lives. Unfortunately, there are many instances that these powerful medications are used at...
by Dr. Miranda, ND | Oct 27, 2015 | Healthy Tips
Written by Dr. Sandra Miranda, ND Vitamin D Deficiency occurs in up to 40 to 50% of the population. It is a common health problem. Vitamin D deficiency can cause accelerated bone loss, increased fractures in the elderly, increased risk to catch the flu and other...
by Dr. Miranda, ND | Oct 27, 2015 | Healthy Tips
Written by Dr. Sandra Miranda, ND At our clinic, we love to recommend patients to have ground flax seeds daily. Flax seeds are high in lignans and alpha linolenic acid (ALA) which are considered natural cancer-protective compounds. They are also high in fibre...
by Dr. Miranda, ND | Oct 27, 2015 | Healthy Tips
Written by Dr. Sandra Miranda, ND November is Osteoporosis month. The International Osteoporosis Foundation states that approximately 1.4 million Canadians, mainly postmenopausal women and the elderly are affected by osteoporosis A simple calculation can help you...
by Dr. Miranda, ND | Oct 27, 2015 | Healthy Tips
Written by Dr. Sandra Miranda, BSc, ND October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Breast cancer is the most prevalent type of cancer in women in Canada. On average, 62 Canadian women are diagnosed and 14 Canadian women die with breast cancer every day. Many of these...
