By Marianna Duba, Holistic Nutritionist Last Saturday (just like every Saturday when I am in town) started with a visit to the Kitchener Farmers’ Market. My mission was to stock our fridge for the week ahead. To tell the truth, I could have done it at my local grocery store as well. However, the […]
The Holidays are around the corner. Have you finished your shopping yet? We have some great healthy ideas for your last minute shopping ideas. Here are our top picks. 1. A French Press-most people start their day with a cup of coffee. If prepared correctly using a French Press it can be healthy and full […]
At Sage Naturopathic Clinic, we have always tried to pay it forward. We love our community of patients, colleagues, clients, friends and family and we always try to take some time to count our blessings and feel some gratitude for all that we have. This year, as part of our Holiday Food Drive, we are […]
I love my morning coffee and though it often gets a bad reputation for being bad for your health, I believe that one good, organic cup of coffee a day is actually good for your health. Coffee has many health benefits. It is high in antioxidants and has been shown to reduce the risk of […]
Ever wondered if there was a natural, non-invasive way to rejuvenate your skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles? One that didn’t involve surgery, poisonous injections or dangerous side effects? If so, Cosmetic Acupuncture and Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture might be the right option for you. Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that […]
– By Dr. Rahima Hirji, ND It’s that time of year again. Although I love Summer, I always find this time of year energizing. The crisp air, the Fall harvest, the return to routines and the excitement of the holidays around the corner makes Autumn one of my favorite seasons. But it is also a […]
After the unusually long and harsh winter, mother nature finally decided to spoil us with beautiful warm weather, lots of sunshine and abundance of colourful, fragrant, nutritious fruits and vegetables. The taste of strawberries or radishes, that were picked the night before, is beyond comparison. Moreover, locally grown produce that was harvested ripe during peak […]
Summer is here again and no one wants to waste the good weather nursing a sunburn, but could your sunscreen be doing more harm than good? When the UV risk is high and you find yourself reaching for the sunscreen, there are choices you can make to decrease the risk posed by your sunscreen. There […]
With summer upon us, it is important to stay cool as temperatures soar. There is no better way to do this than by drinking plenty of water. If your body is not provided with enough water, heat exhaustion and heat stroke can become an issue. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure…actually, […]
Early Morning Liver Love 3-4 cups mixed greens (spinach, kale, swiss chard, etc.) Juice of 1 lemon 1-2 beets 1 banana 1/2 cup of frozen berries 1 inch of ginger 1 apple 2 tbsp. hemp hearts 1 cup of Orange Juice 1 cup of water or to desired consistency Blend together. Makes 2-3 servings Liquid […]