Sustainable Nutrition Resolutions

By Sonja Smiljanic, BA, NNCP, Holistic Nutritionist As a Nutritionist I often get asked about what people should avoid or restrict in order to feel better. I do think there is an important and necessary place for restriction, but I believe that to implement sustainable change when it comes to nutrition and to feel positive about the changes the lens has to be shifted to what can and should be incorporated, more so than what needs to be restricted. Language plays an integral role in how we think about food, our nutrition goals, and our health in general, and thus I believe it’s important to use positive language as much as possible when talking about our relationship with food. This approach is sustainable, positive, and empowering and supports a sense of trust between a person and their body. I will eat more vegetables Whatever your base line, try and add a little more. Vegetables nurture our bodies so nicely with an abundance of vitamins, minerals, fibre, and complex carbohydrates that energize us. Whether it’s adding a cup more of frozen veggies to your stir-fry, a handful of spinach to your smoothie in the morning or opting for a salad at lunch time these are little ways to incorporate more vegetables into your personal menu! […]

By |2024-06-26T06:03:45-04:00March 19th, 2019|Detoxification/Cleanse, Digestion, Nutrition, Weight Loss, Women's Wellness|Comments Off on Sustainable Nutrition Resolutions

New Year’s Resolutions

By: Dr. Keara Taylor   The new year brings with it great intentions of sticking to our resolutions of losing weight, getting back into exercise, cutting out sugar, and the list goes on. While the practice of thinking about what we want to change in our life and the desire to feel better and healthier in our bodies is great, research shows that most resolutions are abandoned by the time February or March rolls around.  Why?  Often we take extreme action, which turns out is not very sustainable. If weight loss is your goal, or even if it isn’t and you just desire to feel more energized and focused, the following daily habits will help support you to feel better than ever in 2019. […]

By |2024-07-22T08:39:26-04:00December 19th, 2018|Detoxification/Cleanse, Digestion, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition|Comments Off on New Year’s Resolutions

Hangover Helper: The Best Remedies and Foods to Cure Your Hangover

The holidays are around the corner, and for many of us, this means overindulging in food, and alcohol, and needing a reliable hangover helper. With common hangover symptoms such as nausea, headache, and dehydration, it’s essential to know how to remedy a hangover effectively. From hydrating with a glass of water to eating the best hangover foods and using supplements to break down acetaldehyde, these practical hangover remedies can help you recover quickly and reduce the effects of alcohol. Our Naturopathic Medicine will assist you with your hangovers.How to Cure a Hangover with Proper HydrationHydration is essential to recover from the symptoms of a hangover, but it’s important to know that drinking water alone isn’t enough. Alcohol acts as a diuretic, causing your body to lose vital electrolytes and fluids. According to experts, to properly rehydrate after drinking alcohol, you need a balance of salt, sugar, and water to replenish lost nutrients and regulate blood sugar levels.Natural Electrolyte DrinksLemon, Honey, and Fizzy Water: This simple combination works as a natural electrolyte drink. Lemon, rich in vitamin C, supports liver detoxification, while raw, unpasteurized honey provides antioxidants and antibacterial properties to strengthen your immune system. Fizzy water adds hydration and refreshment, making it easier to bounce back after drinking too much alcohol.Coconut Water: Packed with potassium, a key electrolyte, coconut water helps regulate fluid balance and reduce muscle fatigue caused by alcohol withdrawal.Nutrient-Dense OptionsBone Broth: Known for its rich collagen and mineral content, bone broth supports gut health and aids in detoxification. It’s a perfect solution to replace lost nutrients and reduce inflammation from excessive drinking.Herbal Teas: Teas like ginger or peppermint can soothe nausea, support digestion, and improve hydration. Add honey for an extra boost [...]

By |2025-02-11T03:53:12-05:00November 21st, 2018|Detoxification/Cleanse, Nutrition, Pain and Fatigue, Self Care|Comments Off on Hangover Helper: The Best Remedies and Foods to Cure Your Hangover

7-Day Change of Season Cleanse

By Dr. Angelina Riopel As we move from autumn to winter and approach the holiday season, it is a great time to pause and cleanse (not detox), in order to clean up our diets and recharge. […]

By |2024-06-26T07:26:14-04:00November 21st, 2018|Detoxification/Cleanse, Nutrition, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture|Comments Off on 7-Day Change of Season Cleanse

Spice Up Your Health!

By Dr. Kathleen Reagan, ND The holidays are around the corner and we are starting to think about how to manage through all the festive excess. Sometimes it is easier to add foods to our daily routine than it is to restrict. What is easier to add to a meal than a spice? Spices have a long tradition of pulling meals together for taste but they also have a history of medicinal use. Here are some spices you can add to bring a bit of health to your holiday. […]

By |2024-07-22T08:37:51-04:00November 21st, 2018|Cold and Flu Season, Detoxification/Cleanse, Digestion, Nutrition|Comments Off on Spice Up Your Health!

The Relatable Lunchbox Recipe

By Kerri Lambie, Registered Homeopath & Holistic Nutritionist Food was an integral component to my upbringing. I have great memories of sitting around the kitchen table for hours with my family laughing and enjoying the meal prepared for us. Going to school I had the same enjoyment from opening my brown paper bag (yes I am aging myself) and eating with my friends. Although there were many times I was envious of the cakes and cookies my friends had, as my mother opted for healthy snacks. I used to think that times had changed, however now as the mother of two boys I see the same lunch comparisons coming up much like I had those years ago. Soon after beginning kindergarten, my eldest son came home asking why he didn’t get cookies in his lunch like his friends (up until that point his sugar intake was pretty minimal aside from some natural sugars). I knew he was referring to those multi-coloured sprinkle cookies that attracted kids like a magpie to a shiny object! It dawned on me that in addition to making sure he was getting nutritious food for lunch, the snacks also needed to be trendy food that he and the other kids could relate to, so that he didn’t feel deprived and left out. Here are a couple of my boy’s favourites: Easy Chocolate Avocado Pudding […]

By |2024-06-19T03:03:20-04:00September 4th, 2018|Digestion, Nutrition, Recipes|Comments Off on The Relatable Lunchbox Recipe

Recipe Watermelon Gazpacho

By: Kerri Lambie, RHN & HOM As a nutritionist I am hearing more and more from people that it is “just too hot to eat!” and while you may feel like that is true, I personally feel there is nothing better on those kinds of days then a nice cooling meal of seasonal treasures. […]

By |2024-06-14T02:59:28-04:00July 30th, 2018|Nutrition|Comments Off on Recipe Watermelon Gazpacho

Tips to Stay Cool this Summer

By: Dr. Keara Taylor, ND As we near the peak of summer here in Toronto, we are experiencing the heat and humidity that comes along with the longer, sunnier days. While it is important to get outside and soak up that vitamin D, we also want to stay cool and comfortable.  Here are some tips to help you cool down this summer: […]

By |2024-05-14T04:17:03-04:00July 30th, 2018|Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition|Comments Off on Tips to Stay Cool this Summer

Meet Dr. Keara Taylor, Nautropathic Doctor

Q&A with Dr. Keara Taylor Dr. Keara is joining the Innate Wellness Team in High Park. She is a High Park local and a new mom with a general family practice. She will be taking over Dr. Regan’s maternity leave and staying on to build her practice at Innate. Learn more about her style of practice! […]

By |2024-06-21T03:21:17-04:00May 29th, 2018|Digestion, Mental Clarity, Mind Body Medicine, Nutrition, Self Care, Uncategorized, Women's Wellness|Comments Off on Meet Dr. Keara Taylor, Nautropathic Doctor

Nutrition Advice That Will Never Change

By Dr. Kathleen Regan, ND Are you considering a new diet for 2018? You may want to reconsider. A lot of diets restrict nutrients, which are essential for bodily function or increase nutrients that are unhealthy in high amounts over long periods of time. Health is found in balance, not restriction (although balance can sometimes feel like restriction!) The perfect place to start is with the macronutrients: Protein, Fat and Carbohydrates. Learning how to balance macronutrients will get you on the path to feeling better in 2018! […]

By |2024-06-21T03:17:11-04:00January 9th, 2018|Cardiovascular Health, Detoxification/Cleanse, Digestion, Nutrition|Comments Off on Nutrition Advice That Will Never Change
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