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Avoid Getting SAD
As we transition into the cooler weather and shorter days of the fall season, some of us may feel the effects on our overall well-being. Lower mood, increased worry and irritability, fatigue, difficulty concentrating and changes in appetite, are a few of the many symptoms you might be experiencing right now. This seasonally induced depression…
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How to Heal Acne Prone Skin Naturally: Part 3
To maintain healthy-looking skin, you need to ensure you take in the right nutrients and that you maintain good gut health. Here are some of my favourite nutrients to help heal your skin naturally.
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How To Heal Acne-Prone Skin Naturally: Part 2
When it comes to the gut-skin connection, the first step is to heal the gut. By removing the inflammatory foods from your diet and adding in some healing foods, you can support the healing of the skin from the inside out. In the case of acne, there are some main culprits that are working against…
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How To Heal Acne-Prone Skin Naturally: Part 1
A few years ago, in my second year of my naturopathic medical studies at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, my face started to erupt with severe cystic acne. It covered both of my cheeks, was very red and inflamed. Not only was this physically painful but it also took a toll on my mental…
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10 Steps To Healthier Skin
Did you know that your skin is the largest organ in your body? Getting that healthy skin entails a lot more than spending money on facials and expensive skin care products. Your overall diet and lifestyle are also important factors in maintaining healthy and vibrant skin.
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Understanding Inflammation
Inflammation is a popular word in the wellness industry, however its overuse may have given the wrong impression about its purpose. Being inflamed is not always a bad thing. It can mean that the body is working normally to fight off pathogens and infections. The problem occurs when you are in a constant inflammatory state.
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How to Prepare Sea Moss
By Lyne Desforges, Holistic Nutritionist & Culinary Expert Making Sea Moss Gel I love when my kitchen becomes a nutrition lab as I experiment with new foods, new ingredients, and new recipes. I had heard about adding Sea Moss (also know as Irish Moss or red algae) to homemade nut milk as a natural thickener…
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Sea Moss: A Superfood?
By Lyne Desforges, Holistic Nutritionist & Culinary Expert Sea Moss: A Superfood? I love experimenting in the kitchen and trying out new foods. After reading about how sea moss is a great thickener for homemade nut milk, I decided to order some and give it a try. I also wanted to see if all the…
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Seasonal Allergies: Natural Treatments & Modalities
By Dr. Sofie Desforges-Bell, Naturopathic Doctor Seasonal Allergies (aka Hay Fever, Allergic Rhinitis) It’s that time of year again! Due to the current global pandemic, we have been spending a lot of time indoors. However, this is about to shift dramatically as the temperature warms up and the sun starts to shine that much brighter.…
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Histamine in Foods: How It Could Aggravate Your Allergy Symptoms
By Lyne Desforges, R.H.N. Allergy season is here and you are wondering why your symptoms are worse this year? It could have nothing to do with the amount of pollen in the air and a lot more to do with what you are eating. Yes, histamine in food may be adding to your histamine…