By Dr. Rebecca Handford One of the great things about life is we almost always get second chances, including the chance to develop healthy habits. While good health in youth is ideal, there are many of us who choose unhealthy habits in our younger years, such as a poor diet, poor sleep habits, and overindulgence…
By Dr. Caitlin Kolbuc, ND I grew up as an eldest child. For those of you out there in my position, maybe you share this experience. I was told that to be successful and to do well in life that I needed to do my best and to put 110% into everything I did….
By Delphine Baumer RAc Registered Acupuncturist Too often in our society I see examples of messages to bring us back to the centre line, away from our quirks. In other words, trying to numb or dull our unique qualities. Even in Chinese Medicine, we talk about keeping things balanced and stable in the midline….
– Why self-acceptance is the key to a happier life. By Dr. Rebecca Handford It is that time of year again, time to make resolutions you probably won’t keep for more than three weeks, and for most of you, time to feel guilty, shameful, and bad about your “inability” to stick to them. This…
Depression and anxiety can be amplified during the holiday season by all the societal pressure to be happy and merry. A person feels doubly bad for being blue at this time of year. And when the holidays are over, there are at least a couple of cold dark months to get through. It can be…
By Virginia Lundy, RCC What can you do to combat loneliness in the city during Christmas? Vancouver is a big city, and with so many people in Vancouver who have come from different provinces and countries, it is not surprising that some people will be without their immediate or extended family during this Holiday…
We know Christmas can get pretty expensive if we resort to traditional gifts. So we compiled a list for you to help you stay on budget and still make sure your loved ones feel appreciated. Here are some ideas: Give a gift of food If you’re creative in the kitchen, why not make something…
Have you considered how the food you eat has an impact on your moods? Having a stable psyche depends on a multitude of factors. One of them is having a balanced amount of neurotransmitters in your brain, which are responsible for determining your mood and personality. Various aspects of personality can be altered by the three major neurotransmitters: dopamine,…
By Virginia Lundy, RCC While the holidays can be a time of joy and excitement, it can also be a stressful time due to the changes in our daily routine; financial stress and anxiety. Here are some strategic “rules of thumb” to make sure you enjoy the Holidays: 1. Boundaries: Put boundaries in place to manage…
Coughing? Here are some simple remedies from a naturopath. It is that time of year when people start coming in with a cough. There are some simple things you can do at home to ease your symptoms. The first thing to remember is that your body needs to cough, especially if you are bringing up…
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