Why Consider an Elimination Diet?
Introducing Nurse Practitioner Lisa Underhill. Hello! I’m excited to join the team at the Centre for Health Innovation. My name is Lisa. I’ve been a nurse my entire career and a nurse practitioner for the past 10 years. It’s always been my vision to work in integrative/functional medicine. I’m thrilled it’s happening! I love learning.…
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Getting started as a runner or walker
By Ellen McDonell, ND and Julie Ennis, PhD. Keen to become a runner or walker? Here’s some tips to help you get started! Before we get started, we want to highlight that these are general tips to get your running or walking training program off the ground. A common question is whether exercise is safe for…
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A Closer Look at Ingredients in Personal Care and Household Products: Harnessing the Power of Computer Technology
By Julie Ennis PhD, OICC Research Fellow Take a moment and think about your morning routine and the number of household and personal care products that you use. From shampoo and toothpaste to air fresheners and dishwashing detergent, the list of products can easily become surprisingly long. The ingredients in these products are designed to…
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Nutrition tips to fuel your work-out!
By Ellen McDonell, ND and Julie Ennis, PhD. Don’t I need more carbs? Do I need sports drinks or electrolyte replacement? What about beet root juice, and coffee… I heard those improve athletic performance? Photo by Geronimo Giqueaux on Unsplash We hate to break it to you, but for most people nutrition doesn’t need to change to compensate…
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Finding the time and energy to exercise
By Ellen McDonell, ND and Julie Ennis, PhD. Tips for making exercise happen! “I just don’t have the time or energy to exercise…” This phrase is familiar to most health care providers who discuss exercise with their patients. This is not a bad excuse, particularly in the oncology setting where an estimated 20-50% of patients experience…
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Tips for training to run or walk through the Ottawa winter
By Julie Ennis, PhD, Research Fellow and Dr. Ellen Conte ND As the temperature drops and snow fills the streets, the temptation to cozy up at home on the couch is often stronger than ever. Cold weather and slushy streets may seem like a roadblock for your running and walking training; but with proper planning,…
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