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Traditional Chinese Medicine for Weight Loss: Herbal and Acupuncture Approaches

By Xianmin Yu, R.TCMP & R.AcHow Chinese Herbal Medicine Remedies Can Help You Lose WeightTraditional Chinese Medicine for weight loss aims to propel the body's metabolism and burn fat effectively, leading to a reduction in body weight. These natural ways to lose weight through herbs can help balance the stomach and spleen, addressing the root cause of obesity and improving overall digestion. By nourishing the body and supporting a healthy weight, these herbal remedies provide a safe and effective approach to treatment for weight management. With the combination of acupuncture, it is expected to: Suppress your appetiteIncrease your feeling of fullnessReduce triglyceride and LDL cholesterol levels in plasma.You may experience increased bowel movements and urination, which are signs that your body is increasing metabolism and harmonizing its digestive system. These changes can also help with weight loss as the body works to detox and manage extra weight effectively. Chinese Herbs for Weight Loss and WellbeingSimilar to Western Herbal Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine boasts an extensive collection of Chinese herbal remedies for weight loss, used effectively for thousands of years. Different herbs are combined to create a customized formula targeting specific complaints, such as weight gain, qi stagnation, and digestive issues.  At Innate Wellness, these herbal remedies are provided in powder form, easily dissolved in warm water.When Should You Drink Herbal Formulas for Effective Weight Management?Some formulas are designed to reinforce your body’s energy or qi and are often used before meals.  Others focus on detoxifying your body and are taken after meals. For Eastern medicine weight loss, formulas are recommended to be taken after meals to help reduce food cravings and manage unwanted weight.  Always follow the specific instructions provided by your Practitioner of TCM to achieve [...]

By |2024-11-13T06:16:19-05:00November 13th, 2019|Acupuncture, Weight Loss|Comments Off on Traditional Chinese Medicine for Weight Loss: Herbal and Acupuncture Approaches
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Hormones to Watch with Weight Loss

By Dr. Keara Taylor, ND Weight gain can be the result of a variety of factors. The foods that we consume and the amount that we move our bodies impacts the capacity of our body to burn or store energy.   However, this is only part of the picture! An incredibly important piece of the weight loss puzzle that is often overlooked is hormonal health. There are a few key hormones that are important to get into balance to support your weight loss goals. Here are three key hormones that we want to consider when it comes to weight management, as well as a few tips on how to balance them! […]

By |2024-07-22T08:38:30-04:00November 13th, 2019|Hormone Health, Naturopathic Medicine, ND Editorial, Weight Loss, Women's Wellness|Comments Off on Hormones to Watch with Weight Loss
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5 Tips to Maintain Weight Loss and Healthy Habits

If you’ve worked hard to reach your weight loss goals, the next step is learning the best tips to maintain weight loss for long-term success. By focusing on simple, but powerful habits like eating nutritious meals, staying active, and being mindful of your calorie intake, you can make your progress last. Naturopathic Medicine offered at Innate Wellness can provide personalized guidance to help you balance your lifestyle and support your health journey. Whether it’s through consistent physical activity or making small lifestyle changes like choosing whole grains over processed foods, maintaining your healthy weight is all about balance and sustainability. Let’s dive into practical strategies to keep you feeling your best.Tip 1: Establish a Regular Eating Schedule for Successful Weight LossCreating a consistent eating pattern is one of the most effective tips and habits to maintain weight loss. By planning your meals and snacks, you can make healthier choices and avoid the temptation of fast food or high-calorie snacks.Why It Works: A regular eating schedule helps regulate your hunger hormones, making it easier to stick to your goals. When you eat on time, you’re less likely to overeat or indulge in unhealthy cravings.How to Implement:Plan Ahead: Map out your meals for the week, focusing on healthy foods like lean proteins, vegetables, and whole grains.Count Calories Wisely: Monitor your calorie intake to ensure you’re eating enough to feel full without overindulging.Stick to the Routine: Aim to eat at the same times each day to create a sustainable habit.Tip 2: Identify and Manage Triggers to Avoid Regaining WeightUnderstanding your eating habits and recognizing what triggers unhealthy choices is essential for weight management. Emotional states like boredom, stress, or excitement often lead people to eat many calories without [...]

By |2025-02-11T04:02:27-05:00November 13th, 2019|Anxiety, Detoxification/Cleanse, Mental Clarity, Mind Body Medicine, Nutrition, Self Care, Weight Loss, Women's Wellness|Comments Off on 5 Tips to Maintain Weight Loss and Healthy Habits
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Train Your Brain to Lose Weight

With Monica Grainger, Registered Social Worker An introductory workshop to cognitive behavioural weight loss: Learn how to change your thinking to change your actions Counteract your thinking errors such as sabotaging thoughts Identify your Triggers: Biological, Environmental, Mental,Emotional Gain useful tools to complement your naturopathic program WHEN: Monday, October 21, 7:30-8:30 **NEW DATE ADDED!** Monday, November 18th, 7:30-8:30 WHERE: Innate Wellness, 5 Quebec Avenue COST: Free RSVP: Spots are limited [contact-field label="Name" type="name" required="1"][contact-field label="Email" type="email" required="1"][contact-field label="Message" type="textarea"]

By |2024-06-26T07:17:40-04:00October 7th, 2019|Weight Loss, Workshops|Comments Off on Train Your Brain to Lose Weight
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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
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Weight Loss with Acupuncture & Cupping

Interview with Xianmin, Registered Acupuncturist The summer is a perfect time to begin a weight loss program due to the abundance of fresh healthy food and longer days which aid in the regulation of metabolism. Naturopathic weight loss protocols often involve acupuncture and cupping. But why? Acupuncture can be a great technique to reduce feelings of hunger and relieve stress. Cupping helps to reduce stagnation in the tissue and works on the level of cellulite. This month we asked Innate Wellness Acupuncturist, Xian Min about the details of his weight loss program. To learn more about how acupuncture and cupping might work for you, book a free 15 minute consult with Xianmin.  […]

By |2024-06-13T02:54:25-04:00July 11th, 2017|Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, Weight Loss|Comments Off on Weight Loss with Acupuncture & Cupping
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3 Simple Steps to Weight Loss

By Dr. Kathleen Regan, ND 1. Choose a weight loss goal that is realistic for you. Bring into mind your ideal weight. Or, use a Body Mass Index calculator to determine your healthy weight. Remember that lasting weight loss occurs at about 1 pound per week. If this seems like it will take too long, plan your weight loss goals in steps. If your healthy weight is 150 and you are currently 200lbs – this could take 50 weeks. So set your first goal at 190 for 10 weeks and when you reach this goal – celebrate! Our best achievements in life do not happen all at once. They are the accumulation of many small victories. 2. Identify the habits that are holding you back BEFORE you choose a weight loss plan. Bad habits are one of the biggest barriers to weight loss. They say it takes 21 days to change a habit. Pick a habit that needs to change and work at it until you can maintain the routine for a month. Yes, this may delay your weight loss plan but it will make you more successful in the long run. ‘Slow and steady wins the race.’ What kind of habits are we talking about? TIME MANAGEMENT. Eating well means planning well so that you can prepare meals at home or at least plan for healthier options. Taking some time on Saturday or Sunday to grocery shop & cook can set you up for the week. Or in today’s world, we have services like Grocery Gateway that bring the groceries right to you, or Blue Apron that bring you the prepped food for healthy meals. There are also healthy meal delivery services that provide you [...]

By |2024-06-11T09:49:26-04:00December 30th, 2016|Detoxification/Cleanse, ND Editorial, Nutrition, Weight Loss|Comments Off on 3 Simple Steps to Weight Loss
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Bio Resonance Cellulite Therapy Package

Cellulite Therapy with Bio Resonance   We are pleased to announce Dr. Angelina Riopel, ND now offers a non-invasive, pain-free cellulite therapy. Bioresonance is a non-invasive, pain-free therapy that uses electromagnetic frequencies to balance and detoxify the body.   The therapy addresses cellulite locally by improving detoxification, blood and lymphatic flow locally, improving circulation and reducing water retention. Collagen, the structural element of the skin, is strengthened and the skin becomes more smooth, firm and toned. There is also systemic improvement of circulation and lymphatic flow, as well as hormonal regulation. […]

By |2024-06-13T02:59:27-04:00April 27th, 2016|Announcements, Detoxification/Cleanse, Weight Loss|Comments Off on Bio Resonance Cellulite Therapy Package
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