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 Read more…
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 Read more…
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 Read more…
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. Read more…
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 Read more…
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 Read more…
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. Read more…
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. Read more…
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 Read more…
Spring has sprung and so has allergy season! If you have been feeling congested, sneezing or have extra sinus pressure, your first thought may be that your symptoms are Covid-related. The timing of these symptoms now could also mean that Read more…
Did you know that there are lab tests that can support the detoxification process? Lab testing allows an ND to develop an individualized protocol for you based on your unique blood test results. Here are some tests you may want Read more…