
The Truth About Sleep, Weight Gain, and Chronic Inflammation [Part 2]
In Part 1 of this blog, we explored the many negative ramifications that poor sleep can have on our bodies: weight gain, mood disorders, low immunity, memory loss, lethargy, and brain fog to name a few. Despite popular opinion, it’s not “normal” to experience these...
read moreThe Truth About Sleep, Weight Gain, and Chronic Inflammation [Part 1]
“Even a soul submerged in sleep is hard at work and helps make something of the world.” — Heraclitus With bloodshot eyes and the lethargy of an aging sloth she impatiently waits in line at the drive-through, already feeling anxious over the sugary caffeinated beverage...
read moreThe 7 Reasons Why Most Weight Loss Programs Fail
Did you know that only 1 percent of people who lose weight will sustain that weight loss for more than a decade? So why do most weight loss programs fail? 7 Reasons Why Most Weight Loss Programs Fail: 1. They don’t focus on HEALTH: Most programs don’t focus on...
read moreIs Stress the Root Cause of Your Weight Issues?
Are you stuck in a cycle of feeling chronically stressed? If so, you’re not alone- almost half of Canadians report being “really or seriously stressed” at least once a week and 16% report feeling really stressed every single day. These numbers are probably even higher...
read moreThe Missing Piece to Effective Weight Loss
Do you feel like you’ve tried everything, but still can’t seem to lose weight? Don’t be disheartened! We see this frequently in our practice and oftentimes the sneaky culprit to blame is toxin exposure. Toxins make it hard for us to lose weight because they disrupt...
read moreIs PCOS Causing Your Weight Gain?
If you or your loved one have been diagnosed with PCOS, you might feel frozen and have legions of questions racing through your mind: Do I have to take prescription medications to treat this? Will it ever go away? Will I ever be able to have a baby? Are there any...
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Chronic pain, Chronic migraines, Fatigue Case Study
When I first met this lady, she had been complaining of migraines since childhood which was over 40 years at this point. Presentation Migraines since childhood – 40+ years, worse with menopause History of...
read moreConstipation, Osteoporosis, and Fatigue Case Study
Meet Suzie, a 55 year old female who has been dealing with chronic constipation for most of her adult life. She was diagnosed with osteoporosis at 53 years old. She also has general low energy, muscle weakness and aches...
read moreRosacea , Joint Stiffness, And Unhealthy Eating Patterns Case Study
Meet Sarah a 45-year-old female and a mother of two. She owns a private school and she is the lead director at the private school so she's very fatigued and tired because she puts in a lot of hours. Patient Presentation...
read moreAnxiety, Fatigue, Kidney Pain, and Constipation Case Study
Patient Presentation Meet Ashley, a 46-year-old female and a mother of four who came to see us complaining of constipation, heartburn, kidney pain and nasal stuffiness. She has suffered from anxiety and constipation her...
read moreWhy Bloodwork is NOT Enough
It is an awkward sight to walk down the street and see someone using a payphone or pager today. This is largely because the mobile phone has made these technologies obsolete. Technological advancements in the healthcare space are no different. We now have ways to...
read moreThyroid Case Study
It started with frustration Meet Janet, a successful 52 year old female, who came to our office with significant fatigue, brain-fog, weight gain, lower back pain, and chronic digestive issues. Frustration was mounting because she had already been to...
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Anxiety, Fatigue, Kidney Pain, and Constipation Case Study
Patient Presentation Meet Ashley, a 46-year-old female and a mother of four who came to see us complaining of constipation, heartburn, kidney pain and nasal stuffiness. She has suffered from anxiety and constipation her...
read moreGluten Sensitivity
Gluten Sensitivity – Are you a Glutton for Gluten? It is almost impossible to discuss health and nutrition these days without discussing the topic of gluten with our patients. Are food companies merely taking advantage of vulnerable consumers looking for...
read moreGallbladder Disease
Have you been told that you need to have your gallbladder removed? Have you ever wondered what the gallbladder really does? Do you understand the long term implications of gallbladder removal? Did your doctor discuss with you how you can support digestive...
read moreA Functional Medicine Approach to Diabetes
Diabetes is one of the most common problems in the United States today. The Standard American Diet (SAD) continues to promote blood sugar disorders and will for decades to come. Some have predicted that the diabetic explosion will bankrupt the national...
read moreDetoxification
Detoxfication is a constant process performed by the digestive system, the liver, the kidneys, the lungs, the lymphatic system and the skin. This system is well-suited to manage naturally occurring toxins, but it is not equipped to handle the man-made...
read moreA Functional Medicine Approach to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is of growing concern in the few last decades. The cost of this condition is in the billions. From lost productivity to miserable quality of life, this condition can cripple an individual and their family. More and more...
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