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Why summer holidays will be a little different this year

If you are a long time reader of my blog, or a long term patient, or both, you already know that I have taken the month of August off the last three summers. This ended up being one of the best decisions I have ever made. Not only was it a priority for my mental […]

How to make healthy food without a recipe

Today's post is a little different because I am coming to you in video. So often I hear patients tell me they wish they knew how to look in the fridge and be able to come up with a healthy meal, no recipe required. I think there is an unrealistic expectation that this should just […]

Is it self-sabotage or survival?

Do you every wonder why you do really well with healthy food choices for a specific period of time, only to slide back into old patterns? Consider this - Survival trumps good intentions. Every. single. time. It all has to do with human behaviour and our limbic, or reptile brain. And any stress in our […]

Balancing blood sugar begins at breakfast

Do you know what the three biggest complaints I hear from patients? FatigueWeight gain ANDHormone imbalance Did you also know that you can prevent all of these by making sure that you are eating this one food group at breakfast? In fact, all of these symptoms are preventing by having proper blood sugar control. Not […]

Guest post – Massage therapy…self-care or pampering?

Movies and TV shows have scenes with emperors, mob bosses and major corporate executives receiving massages. They are getting massages to be pampered. Many resorts have their massage areas decorated with drapes blown by the breeze from the ocean. How lovely it is to listen to soft music, close your eyes and have the sore […]

Top 5 nutrition strategies to optimize mental health

Back in the fall I wrote about taking care not only of your physical health, but your mental and emotional health as well. I also shared a few strategies that work for me. Today I want to dig a little deeper into some of those strategies and maybe even share a few more. If we […]

What I eat for breakfast 80% of the time

Getting your blood sugar under control first thing in the morning is one of the best things you can do to have good energy for the rest of the day. That's why I choose this muffin recipe 80% of the time instead of grabbing a traditional breakfast food like cereal, toast, or even a muffin […]

How I’m surviving isolation during a pandemic

I truly believe that out of uncomfortable and difficult situations or challenges, come some of the most innovative solutions. Maybe after reading this post you will agree with me, even if just a little. At the beginning of this pandemic I felt like I was doing really well at managing the stress of it all. […]

Want to create better habits?

I believe that food, exercise, sunlight, fresh air, relationships, and stress affect our health more than we will ever know.It is these things that we need to be spending our time, money, and effort on in order to live a healthy life. It is our daily habits that will determine the overall quality of our […]

How to unlock your hormone puzzle

Does this scenario sound familiar? I really think something is going on with my hormones but whenever I talk to my doctor I'm told...that's normal for someone your age...or, there is nothing wrong with your blood work...or, let's put you on the pill (without any investigation of the actual cause). Several years ago the lab […]

What you’re missing on the Healthy Body, Healthy Immune Detox

It's spring and that means detox time at QNC! This year we are doing things a little bit differently and focusing on the immune system. Why? Because the only thing that adapt as quickly as a virus can mutate is your own immune system. I'm so excited for everyone who has signed up for this […]

Top supplements for women’s health

Every year in May we celebrate Women’s Health Month, which helps raise awareness about the unique health needs of women. Over the course of a woman's life, nutritional needs will change. During pregnancy, for example, a woman may require additional B vitamins and iron. However, after menopause, women typically require less iron and more calcium […]

When is it going to happen?

This is the number one question you need to ask yourself after you set some type of goal. Because unless you get out your calendar and figure out exactly when you’re going to make it happen, I’ve got bad news for you…it’s only wishful thinking. Perhaps you want to finally lose that twenty pounds, work […]

The best defense against ANY virus is a healthy immune system

Now, more than ever, is the time to have the strongest immune system you can possibly have. And the nutrients we need for a strong immune system come from healthy, whole, unprocessed foods. Did you know that one tablespoon of sugar (or 15 grams) will depress your immune system for twenty minutes? Did you know […]

Simple crock pot recipe your whole family will love

Changing your diet is likely much easier than changing that of your family. But are there recipes that are healthy, don't take a lot of time, and that everyone will like? Sure there are. It just takes a little effort, experimentation, and an open mind to find a few that work for your family. Here […]

7 life lessons from the golf course

I started golfing about ten years ago. Over that time I have met some really great people, had some really great trips, and become a lover of the game. I remember as a teenager seeing my uncle watching golf on TV and thinking "Why would anyone do that? What a colossal waste of time!". Now […]

Adopt an abundance mentality

Most people will operate from one of two different mentalities. Of course only one of them is associated with health, longevity, and happiness.Do you have a scarcity mentality or do you have an abundance mentality?I can often tell which patients are going to be successful in achieving whatever goals they set out to accomplish just by identifying which […]

7 things you should know about anxiety and depression

Awareness is growing about the importance of our mental health and how it affects our overall health and ability to function in our daily lives. Many of us experience anxiety and depression even though we may not have a clinical diagnosis. And even if we have a clinical diagnosis the standard treatment of care, a […]