Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of major depression that affects people in the darker months in autumn and winter. It can be quite disabling, reducing your mood and motivation so much that you may not get the pleasure from the activities you usually enjoy. You may feel overwhelmed with feelings of sadness,…

Enjoy with sweet treat with your partner on Valentine’s Day or any day and celebrate great taste! Ingredients: Whipping Cream – 180ml (3/4 cup) Dark Chocolate – 340g (12 oz.) Vanilla – 5ml (1 tsp) (*We recommend using organic ingredients if possible.) Directions: 1. Warm the whipping cream in a saucepan over low heat,…

A healthy sex life is important for reducing stress, building a healthy relationship with your partner, and improving overall wellbeing. But maybe at the end of the day all you want to do is come home and settle in for an evening of Netflix on the couch. Maybe you’re just not in the mood. Perhaps it’s stress, low-energ…

A recent article in the New York Times displayed some grim statistics about sex and marriage. According the author’s analysis of Google searches, “sexless marriage” is at the top of the list for searches on the topic of marriage. Anyone who has been married, especially with children, knows that we can so easily forgot…

February is Heart Health Month, a good time to remember to take care of one of the most precious parts of your body. Some call the heart the ‘second mind’ since there are so many interconnected nerves with the brain and also since the heart strongly responds to emotions, just like our minds. In many cases, a healthy he…

This complete meat and vegetable meal is a great option for dinner any night of the week. Add fried rice and enjoy with friends and family. Ingredients: Meat & Vegetables 2 x 4-6 ounces of Chicken Breast, sliced 3 to 4 cups Sliced Mixed Vegetables (Bell recommends: broccoli, peppers, carrots, green beans, peas, mushroo…

The winter months can be tough to get through, especially if you reside in the northern latitudes where the weather is cold, the days are short and stress is often at its peak. If your energy takes a dip during this time of year, it may help you to seek out some natural support. Vitamins and herbs can provide a natural…

Over the past decade there has been an explosion of research into the multiple roles of vitamin D in the human body. It has long been common knowledge that you need vitamin D for healthy bones and teeth, particularly to prevent rickets in children. However, new findings show it has multiple roles, for your immune syste…

Give your day a boost first thing in the morning with this easy to make and tasty energy juice. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 cup Strawberries (chopped) 1/2 a frozen Banana (sliced) 1 1/2 cups of Parsley (1 bunch) 1 cup Coconut Milk* 1 teaspoon Honey or Agave Syrup Directions: Place ingredients in blender 1 at a time and blend…

One of the most common concerns my patients ask me about is their low energy. There can be many causes, but drinking more coffee and stimulants is not the right solution for most. From the perspective of a naturopathic doctor, there are many factors that can drain your reserves; in this article you’ll learn the top cau…