Developing Emotional Resilience (Series: Part III of VII)
Dr. Ameet Aggarwal, ND Daily Exercises for a Positive Mind The following exercises are things you can do daily to develop a positive mindset and better emotional resilience. Use them regularly, especially when you are going through difficult times, and watch out for change! What Went Well the Previous Day Research shows that remembering and […]
Depression: Is It a Spiritual Crisis?
Dr. Christina Bjorndal, ND There is a difference between Spirituality and Religion “Remember you are going to be with you the longest. It is vital you get the relationship right with yourself first before seeking love from another” ~ Dr. Chris I think it is important to start this article off with a disclaimer. There […]
Eating Healthy on the Road
Dr. Shannon Morgenstern, ND Eating Healthy on the Road Doesn’t Have to be Impossible Whether you regularly travel for work, or you’re heading out of town for a conference or business meeting, there are definitely options to keep your diet in check. It is, however, a little tricky, but with some planning ahead of time, […]
7 Tips on How to Achieve Your Goals
Dr. Jody Stanislaw, ND This new year is already racing by and spring is just around the corner Did you make any health goals for this year? If so, how are they going? The unfortunate news is that less than 10% of people accomplish their new year’s resolutions. Most fall off the wagon by February. […]
Gout: What’s it all About?!
Dr. Olisa Mak, ND Gout is an extremely common yet complex condition that leaves people experiencing intense, debilitating joint pain It affects 3.9% of adults in the United States, that’s 8.3 million individuals; an increase from 2.7% of adults.1The onset for men is usually after 30 years of age, and in women, post-menopausal.1 Gout develops […]
Mental Exercises to Improve Wellbeing & Heal the Past (Series: Part II of VII)
Dr. Ameet Aggarwal, ND Understanding the Brain “A man too busy to take care of his health is like a mechanic too busy to take care of his tools.” —Spanish Proverb A primal part of your brain, known as your limbic brain, is designed to protect you through instinctive survival mechanisms. Your limbic brain reacts […]
Flipping the Switch to Mindfulness with 5 Daily Mindful Practices
Dr. Sarah King ND Making the time for Mindfulness It’s easy to become distracted on a daily basis; whether due to multi-tasking, keeping up with a full schedule, or running through thoughts and lists in your head. There can be a tendency to reflect on past events, interactions and the desire to plan ahead and […]
Fertility Benefits of N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
Dr. Tanya Lee, ND Getting the knack of NAC N-Acetyl cysteine, often referred to as NAC, is an inexpensive, potent antioxidant with promising properties for improving and enhancing fertility in both men and women. The antioxidant and detoxifying effect of NAC is demonstrated by the fact that it still remains the treatment of choice for paracetamol/acetaminophen (Tylenol) […]
What to Expect from Your Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Christina Bjorndal, ND I believe that everyone has within him/herself the power to become completely well There is, on our planet, and within each one of us, a natural healing power. As we begin to come into harmony with its laws, this healing power will bring us steadily toward complete physical, mental, emotional and […]
Why Lemongrass and Essential Oil Quality Counts
Sarah Lobisco, ND ‘Tis the Season to Learn to Love Lemongrass Essential Oil! Part (Paw) III In Part II of my lemongrass essential oil article, I provided information on how lemongrass essential oil was safe to use in man and beast. I also discussed some of its applications including its microbe and fungal inhibiting properties […]