I've learned a lot about nutrition and wellness during my studies over the past three years. Given that I have an autoimmune disease, it's no big surprise that a large part of my focus has been on the immune system and ways to strengthen and support it through...
One of my favourite books I've read since starting this holistic nutrition journey is The Inflammation Syndrome, by Jack Challem (I highly recommend it!). It put many things in perspective for me regarding the significant impact inflammation has on my disease...on all...
I heard on the news the other day that along with toilet paper and paper towel (??), stores are selling out of hand sanitizer. My husband said he also saw a post saying it's completely sold out in Toronto and you can't buy it anywhere. I understand why the Coronavirus...
How well does your lymph move? If you're like me, this question would have you a little baffled. I know we have lymph nodes and so probably assumed there was something called lymph in them...maybe...but that would have be the extent of it. So when my TCM doctor told...
Buying organic food...does it matter? In case you're short on time, I'll give you the quick answer...YUP, buying organic totally matters. If you have another few minutes, I would love if you continued reading to find out why I am so convinced that buying organic food...
Detoxification is quite the buzzword in the wellness industry right now. Everyone is selling something that will help you rid your body of all the things! I never got into the whole "detox" thing, but after having learned so much about it, I can see why it's so...
I'm getting ready to go away for a completely adult weekend, with no responsibilities (YAY!) and I'm making my list of what I need to pack. Besides the usual socks, undies, and clothes that everyone takes, I have a few extras that might be a little different than most...
Did you know that the air inside our homes is two to five times more toxic than the air outside? I know, I was shocked, too! That stat was a little startling to me - particularly given the time of year and that we won't be opening any windows for the next five to six...
Vitamin D is a nutrient with some amazing benefits. It's one of the most important nutrients for the body, affecting every single cell we have! Most of us know that its main job is to work with vitamin K to facilitate calcium absorption and strengthen bones, but...