Our Health & Wellness Blog
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…
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…
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…
By Kelsey Magill, RMT. One in five Canadians will experience a mental health problem or illness in a given year, according to the Canadian Mental Health Association. Many of us are affected personally or know someone who is battling a mental illness or poor mental health. Various strategies assist in the management of diverse…
By Mark Legacy, CCRP. May 20th is clinical trials day! A day for recognizing all the work done by clinical research professionals across the world. We thought we would take this opportunity to explain what a clinical trial is, why this day is important, and what clinical trials are currently being conducted at the…
By Dr. Erica Rizzolo, ND If you’ve seen a naturopathic doctor before, chances are you know a thing or two about vitamin D! Supplementing with vitamin D is often talked about in the winter months to treat vitamin D deficiency,1 possibly reduce symptoms of depression,2 support our immune system,3,4 and more. If you or…
By Carolyn McGillis, B.Sc., MN, NP. Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition where excessive bacteria populate the small intestine, leading to a variety of gastrointestinal symptoms. Unlike the large intestine, which naturally hosts a vast number of bacteria, the small intestine is supposed to have relatively low bacterial counts. SIBO disrupts this…
By Dr. Julie Robinson, ND. The yearly Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OncANP) conference is designed to further educate integrative cancer care providers, enhancing patient care and professional collaboration. Packed with case studies, innovative research, and resources to inform clinical practice, the conference is an inspiration to attendees and the naturopathic medical profession. This…
By Dr. Ellen Conte, ND. As most people know, cancer is common – in fact two in five Canadians will be diagnosed with the disease in their lifetime.1 The encouraging news is that an estimated 30%-50% of cancers can be prevented.2 February is National Cancer Prevention Month, so let’s talk about the top strategies…
By Dr. Sadie Laronde, B.A., D.C., Chiropractor. Have you ever had to think about all the things your brain and nerves are doing in a moment? If your answer is no, then you’ve benefited as you should by this amazing human body system. The nervous system is the master control system of the body, it…