These are Dr. Rahima’s favourite go to smoothie recipes. They are full of nutrients to get you through the day! Early Morning Liver Love 3-4 cups mixed greens (spinach, kale, swiss chard, etc.) Juice of 1 lemon 1-2 beets 1 banana 1/2 cup of frozen berries 1 inch of ginger 1 apple 2 tbsp. hemp […]
Being in our vehicles has become a second home for many of us, whether it is commuting to work or meeting with clients/customers. Nutrition can get challenging when you have tight schedules or driving during “meal time”. What we want to avoid is a situation where we get over-hungry and lose self- control. Usually this results […]
By Marianna Duba, M.Sc., RHN In our modern society, more and more people realize that something is wrong with our nutrition and general lifestyle. The obesity rate has reached epidemic proportions. Statistics confirm that the occurrence of chronic degenerative diseases is on steady climb. How can this happen with the continuous progress and development in […]
If you haven’t been into the River Road location lately, you may not be aware that we now host a small gift shop. February may be the shortest month and, here in KW, it may also be one of the darkest and coldest months of the year but at Sage, we want to fully embrace […]
It’s that time of year again. Everywhere you look, you are surrounded by hearts, chocolates and flowers. It’s Valentine’s Day and the pressure is on. But what if you are having a hard time getting into “the mood”? Many people struggle with decreased libido or sex drive. Luckily there are some natural ways to help […]
If one of your goals for 2023 is to eat healthier, green smoothies are a must! By incorporating protein, good fats and greens, not only do you get some fruits and vegetables in your diet, you will also benefit from increased energy and better skin! Green Smoothies Will Help You: Boost your immune system Increase […]
We’re firmly into the first month of the year. You may already be working hard towards the goals you’ve set out for yourself this year but the reality is, that most New Year’s resolutions don’t stick. By the end of March, most people have given up on their goals and gone back to their old […]
Well, it is that time of year again. It is time to enjoy eggnog, chocolate, turkey and stuffing. Most Canadians will put on some weight over the holidays and as we all know, it is much more fun to gain the weight than to lose. We all want to enjoy the treats of the season, […]
Menopause (more accurately- perimenopause) is such a transitional time for women. Most women feel the shift in their hormones and ‘stop feeling like themself’. Many start to struggle with their ability to cope through their days, a task that was much simpler for them in the past. There are 2 main hormonal changes happening that […]
Just like women, men also experience hormonal fluctuations as they age. In women, age related hormonal fluctuations is known as menopause. Further, while it is not commonly known, men can undergo a menopause like experience. This experience, or phenomenon, is known as andropause, or “male menopause”. Generally, in older men, testosterone levels slowly start declining. […]