We’ve got exciting news! 2021 is about to get off to an epic start with the launch of Restore Your Health Workshop Series. This Naturopathic Doctor-facilitated health education program is designed to help you uplevel your hormones, mood, metabolism, and mindset.    Have you ever wanted your ND to just sit down and explain everything to you? Like start from the beginning, and really let you in on everything you need to know to feel your best – and stay that way? Cue the Restore Your Health Workshop Series!   This is a brand new series full of new research and updated information ..read more

Meditation is a mindfulness exercise used to help achieve mental clarity and calm the mind. It has become a buzzword in the health and wellness industry, with proven benefits including reducing stress, anxiety and depression. More recent research suggests meditation may also slow down age-related thinning of the brain. 5 tips to starting your meditation practice: Find space Carve out a small area of your home that can be your meditation space. Keep it clean and free of clutter so it’s a welcoming space for you. Get comfortable and quiet If you’re going to be sitting with no distractions for a ..read more

Painful periods affect more than half of women who menstruate. When period pain is not caused by another condition, like endometriosis, it is due to excess inflammatory mediators that play a role in the monthly cycle. This causes a decrease in blood flow to the uterus, leading to cramping and pain. Here are 4 ways to decrease period cramps. Ginger Pain relievers like ibuprofen decrease the production of prostaglandins, an inflammatory mediator that increases during menstruation. Similarly, ginger has anti inflammatory effects by decreasing production of inflammatory mediators. Some studies hav ..read more

“Probiotics are like the Call of Duty for my insides”.  Asher, Age 5. Pronounced keh-feer, kefir is one of my favourite immune boosting superfoods. It is a “longevity tonic”, a fermented yogurt drink which originated thousands of years ago from Russia. But it is different than yogurt: it’s thin, tangy, and some describe it as sparkling or effervescent since it has a hint of natural carbonation. The best thing about kefir is that kids find it delicious and it contains billions more active probiotic cultures than regular yogurt – it is the most potent probiotic food available. Most of us have he ..read more

If you’re interested in being a top performer, whether that’s at work, athletics, or in your own personal life, you’ve probably noticed many articles circulating about how to optimize your morning routine to be more energized and productive throughout the rest of the day.  I love to try out new tips and tricks to feel focused and happy throughout the day while I’m with patients.  After checking out many of these articles, there are a few foundational points that I think everyone should employ in order to set you up for a powerful, effective day.  The following points are often topics of discus ..read more

Summer is coming soon here on the North Shore and this weather is what we have been waiting for all year. If you’re like my family, you spend plenty of time hitting the local beaches here in Vancouver and on the North Shore. My boys and I love swimming, throwing rocks, climbing logs, finding treasures, and enjoying picnics at the beach. Here are some of my top 5 tips for keeping your family cool this summer: 1. Bring water wherever you go. Make sure to always pack a water bottle for each child and one for yourself on any hike, day at the beach, or even a quick stop at the park. We sometimes un ..read more

This combination of ingredients is rich in magnesium, potassium, sodium, plenty of micro minerals, fruit sugars, vitamin C, water, and it is alkalinizing. Great for post-exercise rehydration and drinking on a hot summer’s day at the beach. Combine in 500mL bottle: Coconut water 250 mL Water 250 mL Natural calm magnesium powder 1/2 tsp Baking soda ¼ tsp Himalayan rock salt ¼ tsp Juice of 1 lemon or lime Instructions:  Adults- Drink 2 cups post-workout and 1 cup as needed to rehydrate after sweating. Kids – Drink ½ cup to rehydrate after sports, activities, or beach play. The post Rehydration Dr ..read more