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Ask a nutritionist: Is there anything natural to help edema?

June 27, 2022June 27, 2022 EditorialTeam

By Nonie DeLong, ROHP, CNP

Dear Nutritionist,

My question is about my mother. She suffers from really bad edema in her lower legs. She takes a prescription diuretic for it, but she has been suffering from a loss of hearing, … [More...]

Vegan

Functional foods: top-notch tahini

June 27, 2022June 27, 2022 EditorialTeam

By Mercedes Kay Gold, CNP, CPT

Tahini is a totally addictive nutritious super food that deserves more love. Tahini is made from toasted ground hulled sesame seeds. It is a Middle Eastern condiment, but also found in other countries cuisines. … [More...]

Holistic Nutrition & Prevention

Food choices: are you creating deficiencies?

June 27, 2022June 27, 2022 EditorialTeam

By Dr A.W. Martin, D.C; PhD; DNM

Over the years I saw hundreds of vegans or vegetarians in my practice of clinical nutrition. I respected their choice, be it for religious or personal reasons. I always felt that it was … [More...]

Choosing magnesium: which one is right for you?

May 23, 2022May 24, 2022 EditorialTeam

By Lisa Kowalyk, CNP, B.Kin

Magnesium is the master mineral, and when we are low, the body really feels it. Often thought of for muscle cramps, the uses of magnesium extend far beyond muscle health! Magnesium can be used to help … [More...]

Remedies

Some of the best medicines in life are free

May 23, 2022May 23, 2022 EditorialTeam

By Nonie DeLong, ROHP, CNP

Dear Nutritionist,

Thank you for the amazing column. We are really enjoying it! I am wondering if there are safe herbs that I can harvest this time of year for good health?

Thanks!
Tina

Dear Tina,… [More...]

Weight Loss & Fitness

Fresh-picked strawberries a heart health booster

May 23, 2022May 23, 2022 EditorialTeam

By Mercedes Kay Gold, CNP, CPT

Strawberries are synonymous with the summertime. June welcomes a bounty of ravishing red beauties ripe and ready for the picking. They are bursting with sweetness, juiciness and the perfect portable candy courtesy of Mother … [More...]

Holistic Nutrition & Prevention

Get your chia on!

April 20, 2022April 25, 2022 EditorialTeam

By Mercedes Kay Gold, CNP, CPT

Chia seeds are undeniably amazing. It’s perplexing how many people are still not savvy to this super food. Chia for short refers to the edible seeds of a flowering plant in the mint family. … [More...]

Weight Loss & Fitness

Discover what’s really hijacking your attempts to lose body fat

April 20, 2022April 20, 2022 EditorialTeam

By Nonie DeLong, ROHP, CNP

Dear Nutritionist,

In a previous article, you mention that insulin resistance needs to be ‘reversed through nutritional supports.’ Could you please elaborate on what that means and what would be examples of these supports?

Thank … [More...]

Natural Healing

Stress-busting adaptogens holistic helpers

April 20, 2022April 20, 2022 EditorialTeam

By Jamie-Lynn Shaw, BHSc, CNP, PTS, NNCP

You may have heard or seen the buzzword “adaptogens” popping up on drink menus lately and in the health and wellness industry, and may be wondering what they are.

Adaptogens are a … [More...]

Astaxanthin: ancient antioxidant to upgrade your health

March 23, 2022March 23, 2022 EditorialTeam

By Lisa Kowalyk, CNP, B.Kin

We don’t believe in quick fixes, but if there was ever a supplement to deliver one, it would be astaxanthin. Astaxanthin is a remarkable whole-body antioxidant that comes from an ancient algae. It has long been used … [More...]

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