Written By: Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc Hyperthermia is an emerging therapy that has great potential as an adjunctive cancer therapy. In Germany, hyperthermia, also known as “oncothermia” has been used for decades in conjunction with chemotherapy and radiation. These advanced medical devices significantly heat up the tumour and this causes profound metabolic changes within…
Paleo Chocolate Cake Recipe!
Paleo Chocolate Cake Mug Sometimes I just need a little bit of chocolate cake. And while I don’t typically use the microwave for baking, it comes in handy once in a while for things like this. This recipe is easy, quick, packed with protein and is grain free. Paleo Chocolate Cake Mug Recipe Ingredients 1…
How to Improve Sleep Quality!
Written by: Dr. Kathy Dang, ND, MSTOM Summer is in full-swing —days are so long, nights are short. Winding down in the evening can get pushed later and later, because who can really sleep when it’s still light out? What is sleep? Once cozy in bed, following a naturopathic bed routine (see below), eyes…
The Beauty of Randomness
Written By: Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc (Hons) When it comes to stimulating the immune system there is a true beauty in randomness. I often have patients come to office who have been using the same immune stimulating supplement for years. Although this supplement may be effective, this is not necessarily the best way to…
What You Need to Know about Sleep!
The number one thing you need to know about sleep? It is important! The average person spends 36% of their lives asleep and there is good reason for this. Sleep is as essential to our health and well being as diet, exercise and all the other little things you do to keep yourself healthy. As…
Neural Prolotherapy – Treatment for Chronic Neurogenic Pain
There’s a very good chance that you or someone you know suffers from chronic pain. It is one of the most common complaints that cause people to seek treatment. Almost one in five adult Canadians report having a chronic pain condition; prevalence increases with age, and is more common in women than men. Treatment may…
Healthy Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe
Looking for a guilt free dessert to enjoy on hot summer nights? This dairy free dessert is not only creamy and delicious but it’s also packed full of antioxidants and healthy fats. All you need is an ice cream maker and a blender. Ingredients: 2 cans coconut milk, chilled 2 medium avocados 1/4 to 1/2 cup…
New Book Release! Integrative Cancer Care: The Power of Being Informed by Dr. Adam McLeod
We are very excited to announce the release of Dr. Adam McLeod‘s fifth book, Integrative Cancer Care: The Power of Being Informed. The field of integrative cancer care is vast and patients often become overwhelmed with information. This book describes evidence based natural therapies that are available and how they can be used in an…
Intravenous Alpha Lipoic Acid
Written by. Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc (Hons) Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) is an antioxidant that has been used for decades to help with nerve related symptoms of diabetes. It can also be used to treat a long list of conditions including cancer. ALA is a unique antioxidant because due to its molecular structure, it can…
How to Kick the Nicotine Stick!
Written by Dr. Kathy Dang, ND, MSTOM In recent news in Canada, a historical case against 3 major tobacco companies has mandated they pay $15.5 billion CAD for failing to warn customers of the harm of smoking. Let’s face it. Most people are fully aware of the risk they are taking when smoking, but nicotine…