You begin to realize that your hearing sense is very precious when it starts to weaken or when you lose it, so, it’s helpful to know how to protect it. There are several scenarios that can affect your hearing. It could be as simple as excess ear wax, though it could also be related to several other issues such as injur…

It’s the season for enjoying the outdoors – in the garden, patios, parks or for long strolls or jogs. In the hot summer season it’s useful to be aware of some heart related challenges for those with, or at risk of, heart problems. Below are my summer-friendly naturopathic heart health tips. Impact of Heat on the Heart…

If you’re in search of a new dinner idea that will warm up the whole family, try these tasty vegetable pot pie. Enjoy! Ingredients: 2 tbsp Butter, unsalted 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme, chopped 2 cloves Garlic, minced 1 medium Leek, cut into ½ inch pieces 2 large Carrots, chopped ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour 1 ½ cup Vegetable Broth ¾…

Cold and flu season begins in the fall and ends in early spring. Scientists suspect that we are more prone to contracting the cold and flu in the fall and winter months than in the summer and spring due to a seasonal decline in sun exposure, leading to a reduction vitamin D and potentially a vitamin D deficiency. We al…

A great recipe for a cool day, this hearty vegetable stew will fill up the entire family. Try it at home and enjoy! Ingredients: 1 lb Butternut Squash, peeled, seeded and chopped 1 lb Carrots, peeled and chopped 1 lb Parsnips, peeled and chopped 1 lb Sweet Potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 lb Potatoes, peeled and chopped…

Heart disease affects everyone – it may not affect you, but it may affect your spouse, a parent, your friend, a co-worker. In the United States, heart disease is the number one cause of death accounting for 25% of deaths. In Canada, it is the number two cause of death, accounting for 21% of deaths. February is Heart an…

Treat your family and friends to a fantastic holiday turkey with this recipe. Serve with your choice of healthy side dishes and enjoy! Ingredients: 1 Turkey, fresh or pre-brined 1 Large Yellow Onion, chopped 1 Large Carrot, chopped 1 Large Celery Stock, chopped 2 Garlic Cloves, minced 7 Sage Leaves, chopped 1 tbsp Fres…

Everyone loves great guacamole, and with this easy to make recipe, your friends and family will be asking for more! Ingredients: 1 1/2 tbsp Red Onion, coarsely chopped 1 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice 1/8 tsp Salt 1 clove of Garlic 1 Ripe Avocado, peeled 1 tbsp Cilantro Leaves 1/2 Small Jalapeño Pepper (if you like things spicy…

It’s that time of year when we dread the sneezes and coughs from entering our personal air-space. Since you cannot control the hygienic behaviours of people around you, work on your self. In this article, I’ll describe the use of six natural ways to fortify your immune system to be prepared for this cold and flu season…

It’s BBQ season! Grilling meat is a summer past time for many, however truth be told, it does come with some health risks. In general, diets high in meat are associated with heart disease and when meat is cooked at high temperatures, cancer-causing chemicals called heterocyclic amines (HCAs) are created. However, meat…