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…
How Naturopathic Medicine Helps With Hormone Balancing
Hormonal Imbalances are quite common, particularly as we age, in both women and men. In women, the most common cause is menopause, while men, as they age, can experience lowered testosterone and other effects, sometimes referred to as “andropause.” Other factors involved in causing hormonal imbalances are diets made up of processed foods and not…
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…
Naturopathic Medicine and Diabetes
Naturopathic medicine can play a significant role along with traditional medicine in the treatment of a variety of conditions. By mixing scientific research with traditional and natural remedies, naturopathic doctors are able to successfully treat people with type 2 diabetes. How Can a Naturopathic Doctor Help? A naturopathic doctor will first perform a physical exam…
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…
Menopause and Naturopathic Medicine
Menopause and Naturopathic Medicine Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the permanent end of a woman’s menstrual cycle and usually occurs in women aged 50 and above. It is triggered when a woman’s estrogen levels decrease as a result of age, resulting in the termination of ovulation. It is often associated with a…
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…