Our Health & Wellness Blog
By Anna Crandlemire, CST-T, RCRT. Certified Craniosacral Therapist, Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist, and Lymph Drainage Therapist. The applications of lymphatic drainage are so numerous I feel that it is an underused therapy, possibly because both the medical community and the public are unaware of developments in this field that allow us to apply lymphatic drainage…
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CCNM research staff and students from left to right: Vanessa Eedy, Dr. Monique Aucoin, ND, Mark Legacy, CCRP,Dr. Ellen Conte, ND, Dr. Erica Rizzolo, ND, Dr. Dugald Seely, ND, Laura Dijana Higgins, Dr. Kieran Cooley, ND On October 19th and 20th, researchers at the Patterson Institute attended the Canadian Interdisciplinary Network of Complementary Medicine Researchers…
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By Mark Legacy, CCRP. October 10th was world mental health day, a day to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world. Mental health is important every day of the year, as our emotional wellbeing is essential for handling daily challenges and maintaining a balanced life. Major depressive disorder (commonly called depression) is one…
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By Dr. Mohamed El Sayed, ND, MSc, PhD. Did you know that prostate cancer (PC) is the most common cancer in men? Most new cases in Canada are diagnosed after the age of 60. In Canada, prostate cancer is the 3rd leading cause of death for men diagnosed with cancer. In 2024, it is estimated…
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By Moira Hutchison, Intuitive Coach, Meditation & QiGong Teacher and Hypnotherapist. In our fast-paced world, maintaining a balance between mind, body, and soul can sometimes seem like an elusive goal. However, ancient practices like QiGong and modern mindfulness techniques offer powerful tools to achieve holistic well-being. In this article we will explore the benefits of…
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By Amber Young, Registered Massage Therapist. Registered Massage Therapist. Compassionate touch is one of the many sacred ways we can connect as beings; it is a true honour to be welcomed into a person’s circle of care and to hold this healing space. As the number of cases of cancer, and other manifestations of…
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By Mark Legacy, CCRP and Dr. Erica Rizzolo, ND. August 1st is World Lung Cancer Day, a day to raise awareness, educate and advocate for patients with lung cancer. Lung cancer is the most common and most deadly cancer in the world. It is estimated that 1 in 14 Canadians will be diagnosed with lung…
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By Dr. Erica Rizzolo, ND. As naturopathic doctors and researchers with the Patterson Institute for Integrative Oncology Research, we are very interested in the effects of nutrition on the body, especially as it relates to cancer outcomes. Today we share with you a delicious, summery recipe from the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF), and breakdown…
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By Dr. Anna Bullen, ND. In the summer months when the weather is glorious it can be tempting to soak up as much sunshine as you can before the cold seasons return. While some sun exposure can be beneficial, it’s important to use strategies to prevent skin cancer and keep your skin healthy. It…
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By Dr. Mohamed El Sayed, ND, MSc, PhD. “Recognizing and preventing men’s health problems is not just a man’s issue. Because of its impact on wives, mothers, daughters, and sisters, men’s health is truly a family issue.” – Congressman Bill Richardson (Congressional Record, H3905-H3906, May 24, 1994) There are many occasions in June which…
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