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Let’s talk about hormones! Part 3: Estrogen and Progesterone
If you've been reading the "Let's talk about hormones!" series, you'll have seen that the hormone system is rather incredible with its complexity, control and elegance. We tend to think about things in very simple terms, that one hormone does one thing, and...
Let’s talk about hormones! Part 2: Growth Hormone
So in the last post we talked a bit about Thyroid hormone and its function in the body. This time, let's get into a hormone that's a little less well known but that plays an interesting role in anti-aging (among other things). Human Growth Hormone (HGH) is a very...
Let’s talk about hormones! Part 1: The Thyroid
Hormones are a common theme in Naturopathic Medicine. Many people come in with complaints that can be linked back to hormone imbalances. As such, support around those hormones can have benefits in a number of different areas. In this posting, I'll cover some basic...
I’ve got Food Sensitivies… So Now What’s the Plan?
So you've done your food sensitivity testing, and you know you have foods you react to.. So now what? Your practitioner will likely have recommendations for you based on your complaints but my usual suggestions are to avoid your most reactive foods and rotate through...
Naturopathic Medicine and Biomedical Therapies in Autism and ADHD
Naturopathic Medicine focuses on finding underlying causes or triggers for illness and optimizing overall health. It is a perfect fit for families looking for support for Autism Spectrum and Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder. Some Naturopathic...
How to sneak supplements or medications into kids?
Every child will need to take medications or supplements at some time and its not a secret that kids are picky about what they consume. It's not always feasible to find yummy liquids or chewable forms of all of those products and let's be honest.. kids can be very...
Food Sensitivity Testing – let’s talk about your options!
So as promised in the last posting, today I'll give you a little more information about testing for Food Sensitivities. And just to backtrack a little .. food sensitivities happen when the body reacts to proteins in specific foods and the immune system is...
Gluten Sensitivity, its not just a myth!
Finally, some research has illustrated what so many of us knew: Even with a negative celiac test it is still possible to have a dramatic sensitivity to gluten proteins. Have a quick look at this article from the Wall Street Journal "Clues to Gluten Sensitivity" from...
Holey Protein Bagels, Batman!
If I had to name my top nutrition tip it would be to focus on protein throughout the day. Not low fat or low sodium, probiotic foods or alkaline diets. No, for most of the people I see day to day, definitely protein. While the other diet suggestions are key in some...
How to Manage Special Diets on Holidays? Plan for treats!
Special Diets can be extremely helpful for a number of conditions and complaints. Anything from acne to Autism Spectrum Disorders often benefit from Special Diets, which might limit food sensitivities or completely avoid specific foods like Gluten and Casein. And...