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...
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...
Sugar and Cancer
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...
What you need to know about Sunscreens
Soaking up the sun rays during our summer months can feel so good but it would be foolish to ignore the sun’s harmful effects on the skin, eyes and...
Vitamin D and Your Health
There is no doubt that Vitamin D is important for optimal health. In addition to its well-known roles in improving the body’s immune function and preventing and treating osteoporosis,...
Top 5 Things in a Naturopathic At-Home First Aid Kit
So what does a Naturopathic doctor have in his or her at-home first aid kit? Here are some things that you may consider adding to your own first aid...
Castor Oil Packs
The castor bean (Oleum ricini) has a traditional use as a cathartic (strong laxative when taken internally) and has been used for constipation and to induce labour. However, a...
What Is Stress? Stress and Your Health
Stress – A word thrown around to describe the hectic nature of life. I once heard someone say that 80% of us are stressed, and the other 20% are...
Nail Polishes – Are They Harmful To Your Health?
In one of my previous posts, I outlined the existence and dangers of the myriad of chemicals found in our daily body care products (Skin Deep: The Hidden Dangers...