The Surprising Link: How Nutrition Impacts Stress and Your Well-Being
In our fast-paced world, stress has become an ever-present companion, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. While stress is a natural response to challenges, prolonged and chronic stress can have detrimental effects on our physical and mental well-being. As a registered holistic nutritionist, I’ve observed the profound impact that nutrition can have on managing […]
Can Chiropractic Care Help Me?
When daily life feels like a stressful whirlwind, maintaining good health and well-being is crucial. While traditional healthcare plays a significant role, there is a lesser-known, yet evidence-based and powerful ally that can enhance our overall wellness. This ally is chiropractic care! In this blog, we will explore the evidence behind chiropractic care, what to […]
Shield Your Skin: The Importance of Wearing Sunscreen
Summer is fast approaching, so do you know what that means? Trips to the beach, playing in the parks, setting up your garden, and other exciting events outside! With being outside comes sun exposure. The sun is the biggest proponent of premature aging as well as the leading cause of melanoma. What is […]
Naturopathic Medicine & Its Benefits
The discipline of Naturopathic Medicine is regulated in the province of Ontario. It is a primary-contact discipline with no medical referral necessary for an appointment. Naturopathic medicine is an approach to healing that focuses on patient wellness in its entirety through promoting your health and preventing disease while addressing the underlying cause of your condition. Naturopathic […]
What is Acupuncture & How Can It Help?
When hearing about acupuncture for the first time, many people have thought, ‘how could putting needles into my skin possibly make me feel good?’ or ‘doesn’t it hurt?’. The truth is that acupuncture is not the painful procedure you may imagine. While there is a chance that you may feel a slight prick, it is […]
Is Counselling Right for You?
WHY COUNSELLING? Therapy… Counselling… Two words that bring about a particular and uncomfortable stereotype. Psychotherapy in films and television does not accurately portray the process and benefits that it can provide. This has made many people worried and skeptical about therapy as a whole and ingrained in the belief that it can be a waste of time […]
Meditation for Beginners
Meditation is a simple practice that can be available to anyone, at any time, anywhere. No special equipment is needed, nor does it have to be performed in a specific place. It can reduce stress, increase clarity and calmness and promote emotional health. There are a great many styles of meditation that you can use to […]
Recipe of the Month | Fall Inspired Side Dish
This Fall-Inspired Quinoa Bowl is packed with in-season fall ingredients. It’s excellent to incorporate seasonal ingredients into your diet because they are fresher, more flavourful and have higher nutritional value. Also, a great way to support local farmers and markets! You can add additional protein or enjoy it as a side dish. It would be a […]
Recipe of the Month | Back to School Healthy Snacks
HEALTHY SNACKS FOR BACK TO SCHOOL Back-to-school, and for some, back-to-work season is here! Back to making lunches and ensuring that they’re healthy and enjoyable. Here we’ve got a yummy AND healthy snack packed with fibre and all the macronutrients to help fuel you through your day. It’s also nut-free! We want to help you achieve proper physical […]
Splash Pads in Durand and Corktown Neighbourhoods
Splash Pads in Durand and Corktown Neighbourhoods Summer is in full swing, and there has been some intense heat in the last few weeks. A Hamilton splash pad is a great way to beat the heat and have fun. Parks in Hamilton with splash pads are free to attend and open every day of the […]