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Category: Health
Yoga vs. Pilates
YOGA Who: Perri van Rossem, over 10 years of experience in Hatha Yoga and owner of Yoga with Perri in Kingston, ON. What is it? It is easier to begin by stating what Yoga is not. Yoga is not a one size fits all exercise system for the body alone. It’s a practical philosophy of…
Innovation and Insight
Uncovering ground-breaking new research on the biomedical links in autism spectrum disorder. by sonya doherty, nd This year, one in every 165 children will receive the devastating diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The language, social and cognitive skills that so many parents take for granted in their typically developing children will be impaired for…
What is Acupuncture?
Restore your health with this ancient form of Chinese medicine. by maria papasodaro, nd THE BASICS Just as nature contains air, water and land, the human body is comprised of qi, moisture and blood. Qi circulates within a web of pathways called “channels” or “meridians” that link all the parts of the organism. THE GOAL…
Sexual Health and You
We might not talk about this often enough, but it’s definitely time to uncover what’s underneath the sheets. BY HEATHER BELL, SOCIETY OF OBSTETRICIANS AND GYNECOLOGISTS OF CANADA The holiday season is here: in glittery dresses and daring shoes, we scamper through the crunchy snow, headed to parties where cocktails and sparkling lights await. With…
Cutting down your food’s carbon footprint
In a move to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while processing, transporting, storing and displaying cold food, a group of several refrigeration industry-leading companies have announced the organization of the Global Food Cold Chain Council. The new council will help stimulate demand for more earth-friendly technologies while reducing emissions and cutting down on food spoilage. The…
Purica is launching a new menopause relief product
Purica, the producers of natural health food and supplements, is launching its new Menopause Relief product at CHFA East in Toronto. The new hormone-balancing formula has been developed to assist women in maintaining their quality of life during menopause by supporting the adrenal glands, ovaries and thyroid, and is Purica’s first product made exclusively for…
Choosing the Best Food For Your Pet
With so many pet foods all claiming to be the best and healthiest option for your pet, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. Here’s why you should buy natural pet food and why just looking for the word “Natural” isn’t enough. BY NATASHA BAGULEY Before heading out to examine your options, you need to…
How to Keep Your Vagina in Top Health- The Natural Way
BY DR. KAROL WOJEWNIK Grey’s Anatomy may have first introduced us to the Va-jay-jay euphemism, but it was Oprah who made the term a household phrase and landed it in the Webster’s Dictionary. Whatever you call it, va-jay-jay or vagina, it’s important that you feel comfortable enough to talk about its health and common issue’s…
Natural Immunity Boosters
BACK TO SCHOOL DOESN’T HAVE TO MEAN BACK TO THE DOCTOR. HERE’S HOW TO KEEP YOUR FAMILY HEALTHY THIS YEAR. BY DR. JOYCE JOHNSON, ND Now that your kids are back at school and spending more time indoors the amount of disease-producing organisms (including bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites) they’ll be exposed to will increase…
The Great Brush Debate
HOW TO MAKE THE BEST CHOICES WHEN IT COMES TO YOUR FAMILY’S ORAL HEALTH. BY DR. TARRA ELLIOT With so many toothpastes promising everything from whiter teeth to cavity prevention it can be overwhelming to decide which brand is best for you and your family. Here’s what you need to know before you make your…