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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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Water, the Essence of Life
By Lyne Desforges, R.H.N. Living with Dehydration Every living being needs water for their survival. It is indeed, the essence of life. However, as humans, we often neglect this essential nutrient in favour of coffee or alcohol. According to doctors, 75% of Americans may be suffering from chronic dehydration? Did you know that exercising…
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The Gift of Time
Written by Lyne Desforges, B.Ed., R.H.N. “Time and health are two precious assets that we don’t recognize and appreciate until they have been depleted.” – Denis Waitley More Time With the COVID-19 pandemic bringing the world to a halt, it has been an interesting and uncharted journey for all of us. Health care workers, and…
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Lyne’s Travel Health Kit
Written by Lyne Desforges, B.Ed., R.H.N. I love travelling and exploring the world at large. Part of the pleasure comes from trying out new foods and experiencing new cultures. Many of my past travels have involved an active component (hiking, cycling, snowshoeing, etc.) so there is no room for sickness. In order to stay strong,…
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Five Takeaways from Namaste November 2019
And How it Will Help Shape 2020! Written by Danika Desforges-Bell, M.Sc. Ps. ed. Same but Different! Our yearly tradition of attending the Namaste November Yoga Retreat is in its third year. Same incredible yogi Lee guiding us, same incredible accommodations at the Drake Devonshire Inn, and same quaint town of Wellington in Prince-Edward County.…
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Breast Cancer…a Family Tradition?
by Lyne Desforges, Registered Holistic Nutritionist Sobering Statistics According to the Canadian Cancer Society “It is estimated that about 1 in 8 Canadian women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime and 1 in 33 will die from it” If you know 8 women, then statistically one of them will get breast cancer. That is…
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It’s Healthy To Be Selfish
By Dr. Sofie Desforges-Bell, Naturopathic Doctor Say no to others, say yes to yourself! For some reason, the word ‘selfish’ has acquired a bad connotation in today’s society while being selfless is seen as such an admirable quality. Well, I’m here to change that perception and to tell you that we’ve got it all wrong! …
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Lessons Learned From My Orchid
Written by Lyne Desforges, Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Culinary Nutrition Expert, July 2018 Patience and perseverance: not easy virtues, especially in today’s “modern society” of instant results and gratifications, and throwaway consumerism. Case in point: my orchid Two years ago, I received an orchid as a hostess gift. It brought beauty and joy to…
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Self-Compassion and Self-Care: Lessons From Our Annual Yoga Retreat
Written by the CLV team. Celebrating at a Yoga Retreat November 2017 was a special month for us at C’est La Vie Wellness. It marked our first year of operation as the C’est La Vie Wellness business. It was also our 2nd annual Namaste November retreat with Lee Scott of WOW Powerwalking. This annual yoga…