Remedies

By Mercedes Kay Gold, CNP, CPT

One in four Canadians has symptoms of constipation. Are you one of them? Being constipated is described by the Mayo Clinic as having fewer than three bowel movements a week. It’s normal to go … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

There’s not much fanfare over the efficacy of dandelion root for treating cancer and type 2 diabetes, although there should be, but perhaps this is due to the fact it’s illegal to cure cancer in North America, … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

This hot or cold tea puts pineapple core and peel, where so much nutrition lies, to good use, while giving the body an incredible immune-supporting, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer boost. Plus, it’s perfect for all ages, and makes … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

I was straining pasta a couple of months ago and clumsily ended up pouring boiling hot water on my hand. It burned painfully for six hours, as though it were on fire, but I didn’t even end … [More...]

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

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By Sari Huhtala

Someone once told me constipation runs in her family. That’s ridiculous. How can a symptom run in one’s family? Horrible dietary habits run in the family, but that’s another story. Want to know the world’s easiest, cost-free … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

If you’ve ever grown oregano in your garden, you probably realized this prolific perennial produces enough to satisfy the ongoing needs of an Italian eatery. I’ve discovered an amazingly easy way to dry and save those excess … [More...]

Rejuvenate skin by sloughing off dead skin cells with facial treatments made from ingredients found in most kitchens. Save money and reduce the body burden of toxins found in most conventional skin care products.

Try these simple ideas:

Coffee grounds … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

The juice of a pineapple, known to be a lytic agent, may help to move mucus out of lungs to provide cough relief, particularly in cases of tuberculosis, according to a peer reviewed article published by researchers … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

Trouble sleeping? Pecans top the list of nuts that may help promote deep sleep, according to a study by researchers at California-based Loma Linda University.

Researchers at the university sought to examine how the consumption of nuts … [More...]