Symptoms of Gluten Sensitivity + Tips for Going Gluten-Free
Following a gluten-free diet is extremely popular as more and more people discover they feel significantly better avoiding gluten. Gluten can cause a variety of digestive-related symptoms, as well as systemic symptoms. In this article, we’ll discuss why you may want to consider going gluten-free and how to best go about…
9 Ways to Boost Your Little One’s Immune System This Fall
Colds and flus on rotation this month? Optimize your child’s immune system with the right foods and supplements! While it’s no fun getting sick, it’s also important to remember that being exposed to different bugs help to train the immune system to fight back better next time; that’s the adaptive immune system doing its job! That being said, there are ways you can support it so they get back to full health fast
How to Optimize Your Defence Against Colds & Flus This Fall
Fall is such a beautiful time of year! It can also come with some unwelcome colds and flus. Fortunately, nature provides us with an array of natural tools we can use to fortify our immune systems. While creating a healthy, robust immune system is a year-round job, let’s discuss some ways we can support it going into the cooler months.
Our Top 9 Herbs & Foods for Parasites
Intestinal parasites are very real and surprisingly quite common. In previous blogs, we discussed some of the symptoms of parasites, including nagging gut issues that won’t seem to go away.
So how do we get rid of them?
Gut Issues, Insomnia & Skin Rashes? Test for Parasites
Have you had long-standing digestive issues like bloating, loose stools or abdominal pain? Have you been struggling with strange rashes, itchy skin or cystic acne? Do you have anemia or chronic fatigue? What about reactions to foods, mysterious joint pain, anxiety or trouble sleeping?
Parasites: How We Get Them & How To Prevent Them
There’s a saying in natural medicine that goes “if you’re breathing, you have parasites”. Now I get that might seem gross, but the fact is that we encounter different bugs, including parasites…
3 Essential Tips for Lowering Inflammation
Inflammation is at the root of nearly all chronic disease. From heart disease and diabetes, to anxiety and depression, to hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, fatigue and poor immune function…
The Incredible Health Benefits of Sun Exposure + Safe Sun Tips!
There are numerous health benefits of getting regular, safe sun exposure. We all know about the necessity of getting adequate vitamin D through sunshine, which you can read more about here, but the sun provides us with benefits beyond increasing vitamin D levels…
Our Key Supplements for Immunity and Gut Health This Season
No one wants to deal with a cold over the Christmas season - especially now!! We always say the best medicine is prevention, so let’s look at a few ways you can keep your digestion and immune system strong this season….
4 Back to School Meal Planning Hacks
If you’re like most, you’re probably not looking forward to the hustle and bustle of back-to-school meal planning. When your schedule picks up it's easy to resort to freezer meals or eating out. Here are some of my best nutritionist tips for keeping your kids (and yourself) eating healthy even in the midst of all the craziness life brings!
Best Immune-Supportive Foods & Nutrients
There's not a lot of talk about supporting your immune system naturally these days, but remember, your body is POWERFUL! Being proactive and preventative, especially towards the end of the summer, can make a huge impact on whether or not you and your family are affected by the flu and other bugs in the fall. Starting with a nourishing diet should always be your first approach. We can never out-supplement or out-exercise a bad diet!
4 Steps to Reset Your Gut and Boost Immunity After Antibiotics
Antibiotics, while necessary in dire times, are frequently overprescribed. The problem with antibiotics is that even one round can significantly alter your gut flora and contribute to Leaky Gut Syndrome. This can leave you susceptible to developing all kinds of issues, such as anxiety, depression, food sensitivities, yeast infections, skin problems, brain fog, fatigue and hormonal issues. It also makes it more difficult for your immune system…
7 Signs You Have A Candida Infection and How to Clear It
Candida is a commensal, non-pathogenic fungus or yeast that naturally occurs both in the body and on the skin. When in balance, candida is perfectly normal and healthy, but when the microbial balance in the gut is thrown off, it can begin to overgrow, creating issues like fatigue, bloating, joint pain, sugar cravings and brain fog…
Holistic Tips to Beat Seasonal Allergies Naturally
Have your allergies been flaring up lately? If this time of year brings up sinus issues, sneezing, itchy or water eyes, rashes, headaches and more, you may want to consider supporting your immune system and gut health naturally!
4 Reasons Supplementing Vitamin D is Essential
Vitamin D is one of the most essential nutrients, not just for immunity, but overall health! This fat-soluble vitamin acts as a hormone and plays a vital role in bone health, gut health, depression and preventing…
5 Things Zapping Your Energy and Damaging Your Immune System
Fatigue is an issue for millions of people across North America and is very intertwined with our immune system! Here are a few common factors that are likely decreasing your energy and immune function…
A Strong Immune System Starts in Your Gut
Having a healthy gut microbiome is essential for a strong, robust immune system. In fact, 70% of our immune system is located within the gut in what is called the mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT). When our trillions of gut microbes are in balance, they help us digest our food, fight off infections, support our brain and perform many other vital functions. Additionally, these microbes produce metabolites that signal and aid the immune system and various other processes in the body.