Eating grocery store produce like strawberries, grapes, citrus, broccoli, cauliflower, pears and garlic? If it’s non-organic and comes from California or other parts of the U.S., it’s likely sprayed with a “highly toxic herbicide” that is linked … [More...]
This question comes from Ashley from Alberta. Ashley is interested in learning what I can recommend for piriformis syndrome, as her doctor is recommending a series of cortisone shots and she’s concerned about … [More...]
A friend shared recently that the lesions on his face caused by skin cancer treatments disappeared after using fresh aloe vera gel on them daily. Health Canada would like to put an end to that kind of … [More...]
This week’s question came from a neighbour, Nadia, who asked me how anyone can afford to eat healthy with skyrocketing prices. It’s a good question! She asked if I had any recipes I could share, … [More...]
With cold and flu season on the way, it is a great time to improve your immune system, and stock up your natural medicine cabinet to help you get better faster if you do … [More...]
In Ayurveda medicinal teachings many herbs are used to support the body and maintain what is known as homeostasis, the body’s natural state of steady internal conditions maintained by living systems. One potent herb used in … [More...]
As you may recall, last month I received a question from Renee asking about the link between fat and cholesterol. Here is part two of my answer. Last month, I detailed the history of … [More...]
My doctor has told me to eat low fat because I have high cholesterol. I am confused because I’ve read there are good fats. I want to know which ones I should eat … [More...]
Health is wealth. It must be earned and consistency is the key. Obesity is linked to heaps of health issues, making it so tempting to try the latest and greatest trend. From the rice diet … [More...]
This month’s question comes from June in Colborne. June wrote in asking if there’s any benefit to taking probiotics when taking antibiotics. She wondered if the antibiotics cancel out the benefit of the … [More...]