Tips about Ticks: A 6-Part Overview of Lyme Disease, Co-infections, Diagnosis, Conventional and Alternative Treatments, Complications and Prevention Strategies By Dr. Deanna Walker, ND and Dr. Rahima Hirji, ND PART 2: Co-Infections Lyme disease is caused by B. Burgderfori however, often ticks carry more than one infection. There are several co-infections that can be carried and […]
The Holidays are coming…..aren’t you excited? For many, the holiday season looms ahead and is anticipated with dread instead of excitement. The myth of peace, love and joy to all “and to all a good night” works well for companies marketing their wares, however it puts salt in the wound for people that may be […]
By Marianna Duba M.Sc., Registered Nutritionist The arrival of the shorter daylight and the foggy, gloomy weather is a sure sign that we are getting closer to my favourite time of the year, the holiday season. I have beautiful memories from my childhood when my entire family, my sisters with husbands, nieces, nephews and my […]
What do we know about stress? Everyone is familiar with the negative aspects of stress, but few people know that it is also a necessary response that gives our life meaning and diversity. Stress can also help us to protect ourselves and respond appropriately to an ever-changing environment. How does stress affect the body? Hans […]
Thanksgiving weekend is just around the corner. You may be looking forward to your traditional Thanksgiving meal or you may be dreading all the business and stress involved in it all. Regardless there different ways you can approach Thanksgiving weekend to prevent you from overindulging, reduce stress and enjoy the company of friends and family. […]
By Marianna Duba, Holistic Nutritionist As a mother of two (already grown-up) boys, I had to face the everlasting question at the beginning of each school year: What am I going to pack for lunch to school? I wanted to fill their lunch bags with nutritious food that would provide energy throughout the day, enhance […]
SIBO or Small Intestinal Bowel Overgrowth refers to a condition where bacteria from the colon populate the small intestine and cause symptoms including the following: Nausea Flatulence Belching Bloating Brain Fog Headaches Diarrhea Constipation Irritable Bowel Syndrome Leaky Gut Syndrome Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Acid Reflux Rosacea Fibromyalgia GERD When bacteria from the colon populate the […]
Diagnosis Distress: Understanding How Adjunctive Cancer Care Empowers People With Cancer Research Revolution We have shifted from a society that relies on doctors for all of our health-related advice to one where people seek out answers for themselves. There is an abundance of medical-type literature available thanks to the internet and I encourage clients to do […]
Photo Cred: healthygoodvibegirl.com Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS involves chronic, recurring gastrointestinal issues characterized by gas, bloating, cramps, diarrhea or constipation. It is a diagnosis of exclusion, meaning that symptoms cannot be attributed to other causes of bowel disease. It tends to be more prevalent in women and can cause a significant amount of stress […]
Allergies and Behavioral issues? You could have an Intolerance… Allergy, Sensitivity, Intolerance, Stressor, Trigger. All of these words can be really confusing to figure out as they all tend to be used interchangeably. No matter what you call it – you don’t like the way you feel and you want a change! In addition […]