As a society, we have been through so much over the past four years. For many of us, we have been in survival mode. Because of this, we have forgotten how to take care of ourselves. I see many clients who share with me that they don’t have hobbies or interests. When I ask them […]
Travelling, whether it be for work or pleasure, can add another layer of difficulty when it comes to nutrition. We are confronted with more things out of our control. If travelling is a regular part of your weekly or monthly routine, the choices you make in those environments will start to impact your body’s functioning. […]
by Dr. Emile Sabga, ND With Men’s Health Month underway, it’s important that we address a topic that many men wince at the thought of – prostate health. It’s an inevitable consideration that lives in the back of the minds of many aging men, and for most, that thought remains pushed to the back for as long as possible. The truth is, […]
Being in our vehicles has become a second home for many of us, whether it is commuting to work or meeting with clients/customers. Nutrition can get challenging when you have tight schedules or driving during “meal time”. What we want to avoid is a situation where we get over-hungry and lose self- control. Usually this results […]
Retreat: (verb) withdraw from enemy forces as a result of their superior power or after a defeat. (noun) a quiet or secluded place in which one can rest and relax Or maybe it simply means a re-introduction to the things you desire. The “treats” for which you long. A retreat day is meant to allow […]
Just like women, men also experience hormonal fluctuations as they age. In women, age related hormonal fluctuations is known as menopause. Further, while it is not commonly known, men can undergo a menopause like experience. This experience, or phenomenon, is known as andropause, or “male menopause”. Generally, in older men, testosterone levels slowly start declining. […]
I have to admit, stuffing is one of my all time favorite holiday foods and I won’t say no to jam cookies either, but if you follow some simple rules you won’t have to either! The holidays are a time of year that we all look forward to in terms of socializing with friends and […]
IBS and the LOW FODMAP diet The low FODMAP diet refers to a diet that restricts foods that are high in fermentable sugars that can cause gastrointestinal distress. It was developed by researchers at Monash University, in Melbourne, Australia. The diet is often recommended for patients that have irritable bowel syndrome. FODMAPs stands for fermentable […]
Multivitamins can be an important part of your health and wellness plan. Even with a balanced diet, you could be missing key nutrients in your diet. This is particularly true as we get older. Our ability to absorb nutrients can decrease as we get older and choosing a high-quality multivitamin can provide the necessary vitamins […]
How are you eating your food? One of the most overlooked components of supporting optimal digestion is the mental-emotional state in which we consume our food. In order for our food to be properly broken down and absorbed, our bodies need to be in what is called the ‘parasympathetic’ […]