These cookies are gluten-free, grain-free, vegan and extremely delicious! As with all baking, the higher the quality of the raw ingredients the better the finished product. You can adapt this recipe to include dried fruit or some chopped nuts and leave out the cocoa if you prefer a regular chocolate chip cookie. Double Chocolate Chip…
What You Need to Know about Probiotics
The term probiotics is fast becoming a buzz word for wellness and health benefits. But what exactly are probiotics and should you be concerned with them? It may be startling to learn that of all the cells in your body, only 10% of them are human. The other 90% are in fact, bacteria. The majority of…
Diabetes drugs for Cancer?
Written by: Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc(Hon) Can drugs traditionally used for diabetes also be helpful with cancer? There is a growing body of evidence which indicates that both Metformin and a class of drugs known as thiazolidinediones can be a useful adjunctive cancer therapy. The biochemical mechanism behind this anticancer effect is poorly defined…
Grain-free Blueberry Crumb Muffins
These tasty treats are a favourite in my house, especially when freshly baked and warm! They are paleo friendly, grain-free and oh so satisfying. Ingredients 2 cups almond flour (divided) 1/2 cup coconut flour 6 eggs (preferably pasture-raised) 1/2 cup honey 3/4 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon unrefined sea salt 1 cup blueberries 1 tablespoon butter coconut oil or butter (to grease muffin pan) Instructions Preheat oven…
“My Doctor told me to avoid Blueberries? But Chocolate is ok!”
Written by: Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc(Hons) I frequently hear from patients that their Medical Doctor bluntly told them to forget changing their diet because it does not make a difference, even though this is not accurate based on a large body of scientific evidence. I was very surprised to hear a patient tell me…
Heartburn Medications and Cancer
Written by: Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc(Hons) Many cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy have constant disturbances in their gastrointestinal tract. Heartburn is very common in these patients and it is frequently treated with a class of drugs called proton pump inhibitors (PPI’s). Some common PPI’s are Pariet, Losec, Nexium and Tecta. There is no question that…
Reboot for Spring!
As this season of bloom approaches, it’s the perfect time to check in on your health! Whether you’re considering a cleanse, a change in lifestyle, revisiting things that may not be working for you or simply maintaining where you are, Spring can lend that extra boost of motivation. There’s always lots to talk about and…
Food Additives and their Effect on Your Gut Health
Written by: Dr. Kathy Dang ND, MSTOM Do you have tummy fat troubles? Sugar level issues? Cholesterol abnormal? Painful abdomen? Colitis? What do they all have in common? Food additives. Food additives — like emulsifiers — are shown to alter the behaviour of gut bacteria. This leads to gut inflammation causing symptoms like painful cramps,…
Seasonal Allergies
Most people who suffer from seasonal allergies (aka allergic rhinitis) will tell you there is almost nothing worse – eyes itching and watering, nose dripping, sneezing – it doesn’t stop. You look sick, you feel sick, but you’re not technically “sick”. And while the rest of us are enjoying the sun and warm temperatures of…
Medical Oncologists and Naturopathic Doctors Need To Work Together
Written by: Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc This year I had the privilege of attending the 4th annual ONCANP conference where Naturopathic Oncologists from around the world gather to discuss the latest research and advances in integrative cancer care . It is exciting to see how rapidly the field is advancing and the information that…