Why isn't everyone allergic to the same things? Why doesn't everyone have the same sense of humour? Why does the same chemical compound cause different downstream physiological effects?  All these situations above are related to the concept of 'receptor dependence'. The same stimulus can cause different reactions in different 'receptors', be they transmembrane proteins in the stomach or 'triggers' for sensitive persons with differing levels of 'tolerance' for 'bad jokes'.  In naturopathic medicine, we often put greater emphasis on the FOOD while putting less skilful or comprehensiv ..read more

Exercise isn’t just about weight loss; it shouldn’t be a punishment for what you ate the day before. Exercise should be a celebration of what your body is capable of doing, it's also a way to build resiliency and protect your health.  Today's episode is a friendly reminder of the importance of regularly moving your body with intention.  The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healt ..read more

Have you ever wondered why some people just keep getting recurring infections that they just can’t seem to get ahead of? Perhaps the recurring yeast, fungal or microbial issues aren’t the real problem. What if their existence was actually in some way protecting you from a deeper burden that isn’t being fully resolved so it keeps the microbes consistently at higher levels? In this week’s episode Dr. Michelle, ND discusses what to look deeper for with recurring infections, to better direct your treatment focus in the right direction. The information presented on this podcast is for educat ..read more

Microbes can kick you when you're down. In a kind of coup-contrecoup phenomenon, post-viral syndromes often expose your weakest system or tissues or structures and may involve mitochondrial dysfunction, dysfunctional brain glymphatic drainage, hypometabolism, and toxin overload, amongst other predisposing physiological conditions.  The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions ..read more

From their nutrient-dense biochemical profile and traditional "Blood-building" capacity to some promising hints of clinical effectiveness in anaemia and allergy, Chlorella and Spirulina are intriguing functional foods. This week, Drs. Dave and Michelle try to clear some of the pond scum and get a clearer idea of when these algae may be most clinically useful.  The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make y ..read more

What is rough-and-tumble play (RTP)? What are the effects of RTP on behavioural outcomes? What are the differences between boys and girls? What are the social impacts of RTP?  The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.  References: Flanders JL, Leo V, Paquette D, Pihl RO, Ségu ..read more

Adaptogens are non-specifically helpful, but some are specifically helpful with a particular affinity for certain processes or organ systems. Drs. Dave and Michelle ND delve into some of the specifics of this rather well-characterized rasayana, also known as Withania somnifera; a herb of particular interest when neuro-inflammation is suspected. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare de ..read more

Could the transplantation of a healthy person's poop in an unhealthy person's "hoop" be a game-changer in the treatment of serious gastrointestinal conditions? Is it possible that this treatment extends beyond hype to hope for conditions beyond the loops of the intestines? The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualifi ..read more

Adaptogens are non-specifically helpful, but some are specifically helpful with a particular affinity for certain processes or organ systems. Drs. Dave and Michelle ND delve into some of the specifics of this rather well-characterized rasayana, also known as Withania somnifera; a herb of particular interest when neuro-inflammation is suspected. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare de ..read more

Whether you're at home or abroad, the foundations of health like hydration, sleep, detoxification, and nutrition will have a meaningful influence on your overall health resilience. However, the added stressors that you're likely to incur with travel may require special attention to these pillars, as well as some targeted support from homeopathic medicines and supplements, with particular emphasis on gut and immune health. Dr. Michelle ND shares some of her favourite naturopathic travel supports to help you have a bon voyage. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purpos ..read more