The idea that we can take steps preconception to improve the health of our future children is truly incredible, and with the enormous rise in childhood illnesses such as allergies, autism, asthma and ADHD, it has become essential. The … More
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My favourite health books
I'm frequently asked for book suggestions for women's health, cookbooks and more. Here is my latest list of favourite health books - I hope you enjoy it! Women’s health The Hormone Diet - Natasha Turner, ND This book is an excellent … More
Feeling irritable? – it’s not all in your head
Many women I have spoken with over the years list irritability as one of the complaints that brings them to a naturopathic consult. First of all, this is a common response to being overwhelmed in life - too many demands and not enough time … More
Scientifically proven ways to change your life in less than 30 minutes a day
As the seasons change, many of us are looking for a fresh start or a way to renew our health. It can seem overwhelming to take on a whole new lifestyle – better nutrition, packing lunches, cutting out sugar, regular exercise, getting to bed … More
The myth of calcium and bone density
It's amazing that we still hear so much about the importance of dietary calcium and bone density for women, when there have been years of studies showing that our bone health is much more complicated than the number of glasses of milk we … More
Are your hormones changing, but you’re too young for menopause?
By Dr. Shawna Darou, ND … It may be perimenopause. What many women do not know is that your hormones start shifting as early as your mid-30’s and significantly by the mid-40’s. Even when menopause is still years away, hormonal … More
Can Alzheimer’s be Reversed?
Today’s article is straying from my usual writing about hormones because I have come across some pretty incredible research showing a reversal of memory loss in patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. The common belief with Alzheimer’s is that … More