Written by Dr. Kathy Dang, DN, MSTOM How to deal with Nausea and Vomiting during Early Pregnancy My teacher in Chinese medical school at PCOM-Chicago, told our OBGYN class that nausea and vomiting during early pregnancy, is actually a good thing and can indicate a healthy pregnancy. Now tell that to any pregnant lady during…
Hyperthermia: An Emerging Adjunctive Cancer Therapy
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…
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…
Glycemic Levels and Cancer Recurrence
Written By: Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc (Hons) I tell virtually every cancer patient that they should avoid sugar as much as possible. Some doctors insist that sugar has no effect on cancer. This is simply not what the scientific literature states. If you are trying to fight cancer or prevent the recurrence of cancer,…
The Ketogenic Diet
By: Dr. Adam McLeod, ND, BSc The ketogenic diet is commonly used to treat epilepsy and it also appears to have applications in an integrative cancer setting as well. The concept behind the diet is that by changing the composition of the foods you eat it will fundamentally change the energy metabolism in your nervous…
Tropical Chia Water
Looking for a refreshing beverage on a hot summer day? Try this healthy and delicious summer drink! Ingredients: 150 g frozen mango 5 whole raspberries 2 cups water 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice) Blend until slightly chunky. Add in 2 tbsp Chia seeds, mix well, refrigerate overnight and enjoy!…