Originally Valentine’s Day began as a Christian liturgical feast day honouring one or more Saints. In more recent history, it has become a day associated with romantic love. And, of course, marketing and capitalism has run with that tradition and it has become a huge ‘thing’ that people then feel pressure around. This can cause internalized[...]
It’s that time of the month again…bah. All most of us women want to do when our periods come is sit in our PJ’s on the couch and watch TV all day with a hot water bottle. Feel the same? What if I told you a painless period is possible? I often hear, “every month[...]
Got the sniffles? Is it taking your system longer than usual to recover? If you are interested in learning more about your immune system, learning about why you get sick and ways you can prevent and treat your illness this article is perfect for you! Your immune system acts as your main defense against infection[...]
So, every January the gym I go to gets so busy that often I find myself walking from the far end of the parking lot instead of nearer the front door. That is until about half way or towards the end of January and then the people who are trying to create a new habit[...]
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 and Dr. Rahima Hirji PART 3: How is Lyme Disease diagnosed? There is a lot of controversy about how Lyme Disease should be diagnosed. Many believe that Lyme Disease should be based[...]
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[...]
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 1: What is Lyme Disease? Part 2: What are Co-infections? Part 3: How is Lyme Disease diagnosed? Part 4: What are the Conventional Treatments?[...]
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[...]