Probiotics for my infant?
May 14, 2013 / 5:00 am
In last week’s article we learned about the value of a good multivitamin for your infant or toddler. We learned that the most important aspect of a multi is its purity. Only use multivitamins that are free of artificial binders, filler, colours, and flavours. In this week’s column we...
Vitamins for my child?
May 7, 2013 / 5:00 am
All parents want their children to be as healthy as possible and most parents do whatever they can to support their children. Many parents bring their children into see me not necessarily to treat specific medical conditions but to determine what they can do to support the health of their...
Childhood eczema
Apr 30, 2013 / 5:00 am
Skin conditions like eczema are amongst the most common reasons parents bring their children to see a physician. In fact, next to constipation, eczema is the most common childhood condition I see in my practice. In this article, we will discuss the possible causes of eczema and highlight the...
My baby's digestive system
Apr 23, 2013 / 5:00 am
Many of the most common medical conditions affecting infants have some connection to the digestive system. Over the next several articles I will discuss many of these common medical conditions individually and provide treatment recommendations for them. However, because the digestive system...
Alpha Lipoic for Diabetic Neuropathy
Apr 9, 2013 / 5:00 am
Diabetic neuropathy is a symptom that many people with either Type I or Type II diabetes will face. In fact, roughly half of all diabetics will develop nerve damage causing symptoms. Diabetic neuropathy results as a consequence of damage to nerves caused by periods of high blood sugar. The high...
Chelation for heart health
Mar 12, 2013 / 5:00 am
The word ‘Chelation’ means, ‘the formation of two or more bonds.’ Chelation therapy is used medically to remove unwanted molecules like lead, mercury, aluminum, cadmium, and other elements from the body. Chelation therapy involves the administration of a chelator (a...
Causes of poor circulation
Mar 5, 2013 / 5:00 am
In last week’s column we examined some of the signs of poor circulation. We discussed how chronic pain, fatigue, swelling, and headaches all could be caused by impairments in the circulatory system. This week we will discuss some of the most important causes of poor...
Signs of poor circulation
Feb 26, 2013 / 5:00 am
In a previous column we discussed the importance of having good circulation. We described the circulatory system (heart, arteries, veins, and lymphatic vessels) as being vitally important for delivering nutrients to and removing waste from the cells of the body. When the circulatory system is...
Detoxification lowers blood pressure
Feb 19, 2013 / 5:00 am
High blood pressure (hypertension) is one of the leading causes of cardiovascular disease and cardiovascular incidents in Canada. High blood pressure usually takes many years or decades to develop and has many serious long-term consequences. Fortunately, blood pressure can be normalized with...
Circulation for optimal health
Feb 5, 2013 / 5:00 am
What is Circulation Circulation is the movement, distribution, and removal of all the nutrients and wastes in the body. Circulation is one of the most fundamentally important aspects of health and needs to be assessed and supported accordingly. Circulation does not just refer to the...
Heart Health Month
Jan 29, 2013 / 5:00 am
(Photo: Flickr user - lucaslove) February is Heart Health month, which just happens to host Valentine’s Day (the most important day for our hearts!). The Heart and Stroke Foundation and many other organizations are doing their best to raise awareness and empower...
Hormones and weight
Jan 22, 2013 / 5:00 am
In last week’s column we examined the role of exercise for weight loss and improved body composition. We learned that exercise plays a crucial role in successfully improving body composition. We learned that there are three main components for exercise to be beneficial. Exercise should be...
Exercise and weight loss
Jan 15, 2013 / 5:00 am
In this week’s column we will examine the role of exercise in weight loss and body composition programs. (Photo: Flickr user - vaniercollege) How Important is Exercise? Most physicians would agree that exercise is a crucial part of any weight loss...
Nutrition and weight loss
Jan 8, 2013 / 5:00 am
In this week’s column we will discuss the most important nutritional changes you can make and strategies you can employ to encourage healthy weight loss and improved body composition. SUGAR MAKES US STORE FAT! By far, the most important piece of nutritional information I...
Get your winter sun!
Jan 1, 2013 / 5:00 am
What is the importance of getting sunlight during the winter months? Why not stay indoors, keep warm, and get the sun’s rays during the spring and summer? Well, if you want to strengthen your immune system, elevate your mood, prevent osteoporosis, decrease cancer risk, and improve sleep...
Staying warm on the ski hill
Dec 25, 2012 / 5:00 am
With the recent snow, the ski and snowboard season is in full effect. Because I am an avid skier and many of my patients love getting outdoors I thought I would write a few articles to help you make the most out of this winter season. (Photo: Flickr user -...
Ski hill nutrition
Dec 18, 2012 / 5:00 am
(Photo: Flickr user - strysil) Skiing and snowboarding up at Big White and Silver Star sure makes you hungry. Good food can be a part of the mountain experience. However, many people are unsure of how to eat when they are up at the hill. In this week’s column we will...
Vitamins to boost immunity
Dec 11, 2012 / 5:00 am
The most important nutritional supplement we can all take is a good quality multivitamin and mineral supplement. I do not believe it is generally possible to obtain optimal intakes of the essential vitamins and minerals from dietary sources alone. Vitamins degrade during transport, while sitting...
Food allergies and poor digestion
Dec 4, 2012 / 5:00 am
It’s not just “bad” food that causes problems with digestion and absorption. Any food, including “good” foods have the potential to be an allergen in the body. Food allergies are very common and very often overlooked. In fact, many medical professionals don’t...
The purpose of nutrition
Nov 27, 2012 / 7:00 am
Photo: Contributed I recently wrote and published my first book, “To Feel Well: Improve Your Digestive System”. In last week’s column we discussed the second chapter of the book entitled, “How the Digestive System Works”. In this week’s...
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