Holistic Nutrition & Prevention

By Nonie DeLong, ROHP, CNP

Dear Readers,

Today’s query came from a friend who asked me if I could speak to the impact of diet on children’s brains. She wrote, “My grandson is two, and he is not used to … [More...]

By Nonie DeLong, ROHP, CNP

This week’s question comes from a cooking class I held last week. Two of the guests wanted to understand why all of my recipes are gluten-free. They both suspected they might be gluten intolerant, but … [More...]

By Nonie DeLong, ROHP, CNP

Dear Nutritionist,

Inflammation is an issue I deal with, as I have lupus, arthritis and sinusitis.  In one of your previous articles, you stated that ‘malnutrition and toxicity’ contribute to inflammation. Would you be more … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

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...]

By Nonie DeLong, ROHP, CNP

Dear Readers,

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...]

By Sari Huhtala

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...]

By Nonie DeLong, ROHP, CNP

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...]

By Dr. Ashley Nelson, ND, BSc

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...]

By Natasha Haesen, RHN

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...]

By Nonie DeLong, ROHP, CNP

Dear Readers,

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...]