by Linda Heredia | Aug 7, 2022 | Back to School, Children's Health
School is fast approaching and that means it’s back to packing lunches! This task can often feel overwhelming – for both parents and kids. To help you create simple lunches that will fuel your child without getting bored of eating the same foods, try these bento...
by Erin Valente | Apr 2, 2020 | COVID-19
by Dr. Erin Valente, ND Having a variety of foods on hand in your pantry is always a good idea! This allows us to make healthy choices that are easily accessible when needed. Therefore, I want to make sure that your pantry is stocked for success. These are just some...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Dec 8, 2022 | Fertility
Most of the acupuncture studies focus on female fertility, however some research has suggested its usefulness for male fertility concerns. Arch Androl. 1997 Sep-Oct;39(2):155-61. Effect of acupuncture on sperm parameters of males suffering from subfertility related to...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Dec 8, 2022 | Fertility, Holiday 2016, Women's Health
The following articles review how acupuncture can be useful in promoting female fertility: Fertil Steril. 2002 Apr;77(4):721-4. Influence of acupuncture on the pregnancy rate in patients who undergo assisted reproduction therapy. Paulus WE, Zhang M, Strehler...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Nov 14, 2022 | Recipe
by Jill Northrup (Naturopathic Medicine graduate, not yet licensed) Keep warm and eat with the seasons with this delicious, naturopath-approved root veggie soup. Makes 6 servings: Ingredients 2 cups diced parsnips, peeled 2 cups diced rutabagas, peeled 2 cups diced...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Oct 20, 2022 | Halloween
by Jill Northrup (Naturopathic Medicine graduate, not yet licensed) Whether it’s an office party, school event, or the candy your kids picked up trick-or-treating, Halloween treats are everywhere this month, and are difficult to resist for kids and adults alike. If...
by Linda Heredia | Oct 20, 2022 | Recipe
I’ve been in the mood for all the cozy, comfort food feels and here’s a healthy twist to a treat that was a part of my childhood. Ingredients1/2 cup raw honey2/3 cup raw cashew butter2 tsp alcohol-free vanilla extract1/4 tsp sea salt4 cups organic puffed brown rice...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Aug 7, 2022 | Back to School, Children's Health
By: Dr. Gill & Dr. Valente With kids headed back to school, consider some of our favourite lunch essentials. What makes our list? Eco-friendly, plastic-free and non-toxic items to store food and liquids. Why? Harmful plastics can leach into foods over time and...
by Erin Valente | Aug 7, 2022 | Back to School, Immune System
With kids and teachers heading back to school, the need for immune support is at an all time high. Consider discussing these options below with your naturopathic doctor (ND) to determine which may be best for you or your family. Why are these our go-tos? Not only are...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Jul 5, 2022 | Diet, Seasonal Eating
by Jill Northrup (Naturopathic Medicine graduate, not yet licensed) Summer is here! Along with the warmer temperatures and longer days comes fresh Ontario produce. In addition to being better tasting, local produce from your farmer’s market is far more nutritious....
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Jul 5, 2022 | Sunscreen Tips for Kids
By Dr. Erin Valente, ND Summer is finally here and that means it’s time to start talking about sunscreen! When it comes to your little babe, you want to make sure to protect their skin (which is extremely sensitive to the sun!). Since we know that their deliciously...
