Over the last weekend in June, the Naturopathic Doctors at Vive Integrative Health Group attended the biennial Health Fusion conference – an interesting and informative conference hosted by the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors. This year, the theme was Family Medicine and there was an array of lecture topics including environmental impacts on men’s health… Continue reading Sugar and Cancer
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Testosterone and Men’s Health
Over the last weekend in June, the Naturopathic Doctors at Vive Integrative Health Group attended the biennial Health Fusion conference – an interesting and informative conference hosted by the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors. This year, the theme was Family Medicine and there was an array of lecture topics including environmental impacts on men’s health… Continue reading Testosterone and Men’s Health
4 Myths of Naturopathic Medicine
I recently found myself having an engaging discussion with a fellow passenger on a flight to Vancouver regarding my work as a Naturopathic Doctor. Like many people I encounter, he had heard about Naturopathic medicine from a friend seeing a Naturopathic Doctor but was not too clear what it was and how it could help… Continue reading 4 Myths of Naturopathic Medicine
5 Ways to Improve Sleep
Considering that we spend a third of our life sleeping, getting good quality sleep is important for health. Unfortunately, I see a lot of patients struggle to feel well because their sleep is so poor. Having a great night’s sleep isn’t just about what natural remedy or medication would be most effective, but a large… Continue reading 5 Ways to Improve Sleep
Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
Introduction It is estimated that 1 in 10 Canadians have some form of thyroid disease, many of which have not yet been diagnosed. The most common thyroid condition in Canada is hypothyroidism due to Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (HT). “Hashi – what’s this now? Who? But I’m not Japanese!? I’ve never heard of that before.” Yes, this… Continue reading Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
High Dose IV Vitamin C
How does High Dose Intravenous Vitamin C impact patients receiving chemotherapy? Extending Life and Delaying Relapse In 2014 an important research paper was published that built upon much of what is known about using High Dose Intravenous Vitamin C in cancer patients. In this study, the researchers were looking specifically at advanced stage (III/IV) ovarian… Continue reading High Dose IV Vitamin C
Seasonal Allergies No More!
The sun is shining and the warm weather is here, but for hundreds of people in Calgary, this time of year also brings itchy eyes, sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, and other uncomfortable seasonal allergy symptoms. Each year, allergy sufferers collectively spend millions of dollars for over-the-counter or prescription antihistamines to find relief from their… Continue reading Seasonal Allergies No More!
Spring Detoxification
With Spring-time upon us, we all look forward to coming out of our winter hibernation with renewed energy and vigour. As we consider de-cluttering and ‘Spring-cleaning’ our homes, Spring is also a great time to lighten our bodies and do a Spring detoxification program. Spring is the most common time of year that our patients… Continue reading Spring Detoxification
Vive Health’s 5 Healthy Heart Tips
1. Move your body! Your heart muscle, just like any other muscle in the body needs exercise to maintain top form. You should aim to move your body for 20-30 minutes, 3-5 times a week, at an intensity level high enough to increase your heart rate and induce sweating. 2. Include omega-3 fatty acids in… Continue reading Vive Health’s 5 Healthy Heart Tips