One significant area of common concern among men is the importance of hormonal health, particularly in relation to testosterone. Hormones are substances produced by specific cells and glands in one area of the body, transported through the blood, which then stimulate, regulate, or control other areas of the body. Testo…
Your endocrine system is made up of a network of glands, each of which secretes a type of hormone that regulates various functions in your body. You can think of hormones as “chemical messengers” that affect everything from your mood, the look and feel of your skin, your hunger, your digestion, and your energy levels,…
Sleep is one of the greatest healers we have in medicine – it is fundamental for keeping energetic, alert and in a good mood. If you suffer from poor sleep for weeks to months to years, it can have a negative impact on your risk for many illnesses (see below). It’s estimated that 50-70 million US adults have a sleep-re…
As we get older our bodies need a little guidance to maintain the mobility, strength and energy that provides us with the quality of life we desire. The majority of us wish to experience our day to day activities free of pain, to be able to enjoy our occasional exertions such as dancing, hiking or cycling and be left f…
Happy World Breast Feeding Week! If you have chosen to breast feed, you are probably wondering if you have to make changes to your diet to support this process and to ensure that your growing baby is provided with all the key nutrients for growth, brain development and a healthy immune system. Breast milk is very resil…
Shall we start with the list of benefits? Or perhaps we can just talk about the fact that cycling is fun and feels good. Getting out of the house for a quick change of scenery can give our mood a great boost. Cycling through places we usually walk or drive through is a nice change of pace and perspective. And if you’re…
Swimming is a fantastic full body workout that can help with both your physical and mental health. Learn more now!
Did you know that cataracts are the leading cause of blindness worldwide? They leave more people blind than glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetes combined (preventblindess.org). For Canadians, this amounts to 2.5 million people, a staggering number that continues to grow (cnib.ca). Cataract is the clouding of nat…
The summer sun can be quite enjoyable, but without protection and precaution, you are at risk of sunburn. Be safe, and have a great summer!
Fact: men experience disproportionately higher rates of sickness and premature deaths than females, however, their utilization of the preventive health care system lags – this is according to the American Journal of Men’s Health, July 2013. As a male naturopathic doctor, I hear and know of many reasons to avoid seeing…