Empowering Autoimmune Wellness: Understanding and Addressing Underlying Factors by Luke Szabo
EMPOWERING AUTOIMMUNE WELLNESS: UNDERSTANDING AND ADDRESSING UNDERLYING FACTORS with Luke Szabo Described as your body mistakenly attacking its own tissues and organs, the diagnosis of autoimmune disease can feel somewhat disempowering for many people, walking away thinking that their own body has turned against them for some unknown reason and there is nothing that they […]
Medicinal Cannabis: A Potential Ally in Managing MCAS, Allergies, Hormonal Disruption, and Menstrual Issues by Renee Dyson-Holland
MEDICINAL CANNABIS: A POTENTIAL ALLY IN MANAGING MCAS, ALLERGIES, HORMONAL DISRUPTION, AND MENSTRUAL ISSUES with Renee Dyson-Holland Medicinal cannabis, often referred to as medical marijuana, is gaining recognition for its therapeutic potential in addressing a range of health conditions. Among these conditions are Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), allergies, hormonal disruptions, and menstrual issues. In […]
Balancing the Microbiome: Nurturing Health During Pregnancy and Beyond by Renee Dyson-Holland
BALANCING THE MICROBIOME: NURTURING HEALTH DURING PREGNANCY AND BEYOND with Renee Dyson-Holland The journey of health and well-being during pregnancy and beyond is a complex interplay of factors that impact both mothers and babies. In this article, we delve into the critical roles of the vaginal microbiome, histamine, and allergies during pregnancy. Vaginal Microbiome and […]
Get the GIST on HIST by Renee Dyson-Holland
GET THE GIST ON HIST with Renee Dyson-Holland Imbalances in Histamine Levels: Histamine is a molecule with various functions in the body, including its role as a neurotransmitter and a key player in the immune response. When histamine levels become imbalanced, it can contribute to health problems, particularly when there is either an excess or […]
Children’s and Family Health with Luke Szabo
CHILDREN’S AND FAMILY HEALTH with Luke Szabo When it comes to kids’ health and wellbeing, the foremost priority of loving parents is wanting to see their children grow up happy and healthy. Every day I see amazing Mums, Dads and Caregivers in my clinic looking to better support their children’s health needs, be it a […]
In Sickness and In Health by Reine DuBois
By Reine DuBois, Clinical Director & Integrative Naturopath In sickness and in health, a vow shared in devotion and love, signifying the commitment to honour and support another through the ever-evolving phases of life. This vow, uttered to another, reminds us that life is a collaborative endeavour which can be enriched when the experience and […]
Moving Forward from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) by Alexandra Preston
Written by Alexandra Preston Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition where our natural response to threat is constantly heightened. It is characterised by recurrent flashbacks, including nightmares; avoidance of reminders; and emotional over-reactivity. Any traumatic event can trigger it, such as the death of a loved one or domestic violence. As PTSD can be […]
Heavy Metal Toxicity: An Emerging Health Threat by Emily Holler
By Emily Holler Heavy metals are naturally found in nature, but if they build up too much in our body they can become toxic and inflammatory. Modern industrial practices have increased heavy metals in our environment over the past one hundred years and our exposure has increased exponentially. A prime example is lead based paint, […]
Healthy Eating Plan for Weight Loss: The Pesca Paleo Diet by Emily Holler
By Emily Holler In our previous blog on weight management, we discussed the role of leptin—the ‘satiety’ hormone—in losing weight. In a nutshell, leptin is a hormone produced by the fat cells in our body. It signals to the brain that our body has sufficient energy and thereby inhibits hunger. A condition known as […]