Photo Cred: healthygoodvibegirl.com Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS involves chronic, recurring gastrointestinal issues characterized by gas, bloating, cramps, diarrhea or constipation. It is a diagnosis of exclusion, meaning that symptoms cannot be attributed to other causes of bowel disease. It tends to be more prevalent in women and can cause a significant amount of stress[...]
Allergies and Behavioral issues? You could have an Intolerance… Allergy, Sensitivity, Intolerance, Stressor, Trigger. All of these words can be really confusing to figure out as they all tend to be used interchangeably. No matter what you call it – you don’t like the way you feel and you want a change! In addition[...]
On hot summer days, many of us reach for ice cream or popsicles to cool down. Our featured recipes provide healthy alternatives to these commercially available treats. They are dairy-free, made of “real” food ingredients without any artificial colours or flavours. Instead of table sugar, they are sweetened with fruits and Medjool dates. And the[...]
Strawberry Banana Blast 1 cup strawberries 1 banana 1 handful spinach 2 tbsp grown flaxseed/chia seed 1 medium apple, cored 1 serving protein powder (optional) Ice cubes (optional) Water (to thin out if necessary) Blueberry Brownie 1 cup blueberries 1 banana 1 handful spinach 2 tbsp ground flaxseed/chia seed 1 medium apple, cored 1 tbsp[...]
By Marianna Duba Spring is definitely in the air – mother nature is spoiling us with unusually warm temperatures. It is great to see the sun shining and the snow melting, still, many of us cannot enjoy the early signs of spring. The short and cold winter days took their toll on our general well[...]
Marianna’s Detox Program is offered at a special price $99 (regular $150) until Feb. 29, 2016. The beginning of the year is great time to support our body’s cleansing processes. Many of us will feel the holiday season’s ‘after-effects’: fatigue, weight gain, bloating, mood changes, lack of motivation and overall concentration. A detoxification program can[...]
Colourful Cleansing Salad Our second recipe helps to overcome the feeling of heaviness, bloating and fatigue that many of us experience after the holiday season. With all the parties and family get-togethers, it is very hard to control the type and portion of food we put on our plate. In the New Year, let’s get[...]
Quinoa Chicken Soup With the cold weather upon us, our body craves warm cooked meals more often than in summer. Incorporating soups into your daily meal plan is a great way to sooth and nourish your body. By replacing pasta with gluten-free nutrient-rich quinoa, our first recipe serves as an example of how to refresh[...]
Don’t miss out on these amazing show specials that will be available at the Total Woman Show on February 6 and 7th, 2016 at Bingeman’s! Mention this blog and get free tickets to the show by calling us! Naturopathic Services SAGE Starter Package only $299 (reg. $359). This includes: Naturopathic Initial Consultation Complete Intolerance Testing[...]
Set realistic expectations: Set some realistic expectations for yourself instead of setting yourself up for failure and disappointment. This refers to both your professional and personal life. You are only one person. Start the year off by better prioritizing your tasks and being kind to yourself if things do not get done as planned. Make[...]