Holistic Nutrition is looking at ourselves as one whole entity. Mind, body, and spirit. Mental health, physical health, and spiritual health are all connected. So we must approach our healing in a way that focuses on all three of those aspects. There are many different ways to approach holistic nutrition. There are lots of layers… Read More
Top 5 Reasons Why You Should See a Naturopathic Doctor! (Plus YOUR Chance to Win!)
It’s Naturopathic Medicine week in Canada (May 13-19th) and the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA) is promoting naturopathic medicine by hosting a daily contest! You could win $175 towards a visit with a naturopathic doctor! Enter the contest each day, for seven days worth of giveaways! To enter the contest: Sign up for the BCNA… Read More
The Digestive Fire: The Ayurvedic Approach to Healthy Digestion Through the Seasons
Have you noticed that when the seasons change, your body goes through its own set of changes too? As temperatures cool you move indoors, crave more rest and sleep, and change the way you eat and digest. Many people even find their weight fluctuates with the seasons: they are a few pounds heavier in the… Read More
PACK IT LIGHT…WEAR IT RIGHT
It’s common for kids to lug around backpacks appearing to be twice their body weight. Though it may seem cool to sling a heavy load over one shoulder – long-term head, neck, and shoulder pain are not. Here are some helpful tips that will help your child carry his or her backpack with ease.
The Social Vagus
People in stressful situations bargain and negotiate. Then they get frustrated and angry. Then they shut down. In November 2014, at the ICPA Freedom for Family Wellness Summit in Washington, D.C., I saw something that changed my life. Honestly, it actually saved my life. As a chiropractor I’ve always taught my patients there are two… Read More
Your Amazing Body
It’s that time of year again when we love to count things down. So for this month’s newsletter, I’ve put together a top ten list called: Fascinating Facts About Your Body. I hope it will help you appreciate how amazing your body is and encourage you to take good care of it no matter how… Read More
Allergy season is approaching, are you ready? Learn about naturopathic medicine approaches for hay fever management.
By Dr. Carla Cashin, ND This is the time of year for hay fever, or in medical terms, allergic rhinitis. Symptoms of itchy eyes, ears, nose, and throat, sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion can be very uncomfortable and unrelenting for those who experience hay fever. For many, hay fever is a seasonal condition starting… Read More
BABY WEARING For Healthy Spines and Happy Babies
There are many benefits of wearing our infants while we perform our daily activities especially the positive impact it has on the baby’s physical, emotional, social and neurological development. Car seats and their frequent misuse as carriers are known to cause postural strain to both the mother and the baby. Strollers have restricted postural options… Read More
Back to School- Backpack Tips
School is just around the corner. On many parents shopping lists for back to school supplies is a new back pack for their child. Here are some tips from Dr Bonn on proper fit. Backpack Fitting Tips If you do purchase a backpack for your child, chiropractor Dr. Stephanie Bonn of Coco Chiropractic has some… Read More
Sun Safe- Safe Sunscreen
Safe Sun- Safe Sunscreen Summer is here and being Sun Smart is on everyone’s mind, but make sure that your sunscreen is safe. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has put together a new report on sunscreen. http://environmentaldefence.ca/blog/tip-month-you-think-youre-safe-sun They remind us that some sunscreens contains toxic chemicals, like vitamin A, known to cause cancer, and oxybenzone,… Read More