Written by Dr. Nicole McCulloch, ND
We often think about the immune system this time of year when colds and flus are becoming more apparent. I often get patients ask me, “Is my immune system as good as it could be?” This is not a simple yes or no answer. Continue reading
Written by Dr. Nicole McCulloch ND
As the weather begins to turn, one thing that comes to mind with the chilly nights is unfortunately, cold and flu season. During this time, we begin to see an increase in the amount of upper respiratory tract infections (common cold) as well as an increase in flus. One of the best ways to ward off these pesky bugs is Continue reading
Written by Florence Caie, CNP
With winter chills, colds and flu just around the corner here’s what we can do to boost our immune system as it is our first line of defense against viruses and disease. Our immune system controls how the body manufacturers our white blood cells which help fight infections. Now would be a good time to help boost our immune system by eating immune boosting foods containing nutrients such as Beta-carotene, Vitamins A, C, D, and probiotics. Continue reading
Written by Dr. Sandra Miranda, BSc, ND
Over 3 million children in Canada are treated for ear infections every year. The goal of Naturopathic care is to safely and quickly remove the cause of inflammation and infection and to prevent future problems by building a strong immune system. Ear infections are more common in the winter Continue reading
Written by Dr. Nicole McCulloch, ND
After the long days of summer, September has quickly arrived and kids are now due to return to the classroom. For many families, this means creating a new routine which means re-establishing an appropriate bedtime. Many children can have difficulty concentrating in the classroom and can struggle academically if they do not get enough sleep. Continue reading
Written by Dr. Sandra Miranda, ND
Now that the weather is getting colder, everybody is thinking of ways to boost up their immune system and prevent any colds or flus (Influenza). A natural alternative or a complementary treatment to the conventional Flu Shot is the use of complex homeopathy. The specific combination of GRIPP and ENGYSTOL have been successfully used by many Doctors of Naturopathic Medicine since 2002. The Journal of Biomedical Therapy (Winter 2002 pg 14) published an article with the summary of the results of the study: Continue reading
Written by Florence Caie, CNP
We have all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and this is especially true for our children who, with growing bodies, need wholesome nutrient dense foods to start off their day. By giving them nutritious breakfasts containing proteins, good fats and complex carbohydrates that together will boost their immune systems, children will be kept energized, with improved mood, and focused in order to learn.
Protein is what children need for their growth, to build their muscles, nerves and organs and to ensure mental development. As well, proteins build immunity to protect children from infections. Some excellent sources of breakfast proteins are: Continue reading
Written by Dr. Nicole McCulloch, ND
Our digestive system harbours many different bacteria in order to help with digestion and to aid the immune system. It is important that we have the right amount and the right type of bacteria present in the digestive tract in order to maintain health. However it is very common for a ‘dysbiosis’ to occur, meaning that there is an imbalance between the amount of ‘good’ versus ‘bad’ bacteria present. This condition is becoming exceedingly more common due to the Standard North American diet which emphasizes processed foods, excess sugar and refined carbohydrates. As well, the use of antibiotics can also alter the balance in the digestive tract leaving one more likely to develop a dysbiosis. The symptoms of dysbiosis often include: Continue reading
Written by: Dr. Sandra Miranda, BSc, ND
Do you “feel sick all over”- yet all your test results come back as normal.
You may be suffering from “yeast overgrowth”.
Candida albicans is a yeast normally found living harmoniously in everybody’s intestinal tract (and vaginal tract in women) in small numbers. Under certain conditions, this fungus may overgrow and establish itself as a parasitic fungal form. At this point, it becomes aggressive and invasive. It penetrates tissues, disrupts membrane integrity and releases toxic waste products. The combination of these events leads to wide range of seemingly unrelated health problems in virtually every system of the body (immune, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, endocrine, and nervous system). Continue reading
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