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Annie House: Resident Aromatherapist at QNC
I’m new to blogging so please feel free to comment on what you would like to know about my world of aromatherapy… Perhaps with Valentine’s Day approaching some of you would like to know more about real scents for that special person. Especially if that special person is you! Firstly let’s be clear so were […]
Last Flu Clinic for the Season: Monday January 30th at 6:30pm
Join us for our last Cold and Flu Clinic on Monday Jan. 30th at 6:30pm. Learn about alternatives to the flu vaccine, prevention of colds and flus, how to support your immune system, and how to treat colds and flus using natural remedies. Dr. Michelle Durkin, ND and Annie House, aromatherapist, will be available to answer your questions. […]
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE = NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE: PART 1
Recently Dr. Oz had an episode talking about Functional Medicine and why it is the way medicine must be practiced in the future in order to conquer complex, chronic diseases. Here is an excerpt from an article written by Dr. Mark Hyman, one of Dr. Oz’s experts on the episode. “Chronic disease is a food-and […]
January Detoxification Specials
Is it time to get back on track to make health a priority? Did you eat and drink too much over the holidays? A simple whole body detoxification is a great solution to initiate health promoting habits in the New Year and helps the body clear out all the junk from the holidays. For all […]
What is the best SINGLE thing we can do for our health?
With the New Year and resolutions approaching why not do the best single thing we can for our health? This is a very simplistic, educational video that everyone who wants to live a longer life should watch and adhere to. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/aUaInS6HIGo?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
QNC Holiday Message and Holiday Schedule
Happy Holidays and Best wishes for the New Year from the staff of Quinte Naturopathic Centre! The staff would like to say thank-you to all of our patients as you have made 2011 such a great year for us! As many of you know that clinic has grown in size with more space and more staff. […]
Thinking About Christmas Gifts and Stocking Stuffers?
Here is a list of popular items for Christmas gifts or stocking stuffers for your loved ones with health in mind: 1. Gift certificates: Always an easy option, gift certificates are available in any denomination and are being offered by Dr. Michelle Durkin, Dr. Daralyn Bates, Annie House, Gretchen Grenke, or Janet Riley. 2. Books: […]
Office closed Friday November 18th
Dear Patients, Please be advised the office will be closed on Friday November 18th, with the exception of appointments for our foot care nurse Gretchen Grenke. If you are in need of supplements before next week please pick them up tomorrow, Thursday November 17th between 9am and 6pm. The office will re-open on Monday November […]
The Magnificent 7: Rules to Live By for a Healthier Life
Throughout the year I attend different seminars as part of my continuing education as a Naturopathic doctor. This past weekend I was fortunate to attend a seminar by Dr. Robert Rakowski. Besides learning new clinical pearls and re-inforcing several of the reasons why I am a Naturopathic Doctor in the first place, I was also […]
Natural Alternatives to the Flu Shot
Another winter and another flu season is on the way. I am constantly asked about my opinion on the flu shot and natural alternatives. Naturopathic medicine offers many preventative measures for strengthening the immune system. I strongly believe that regardless of whether you choose to be vaccinated against the flu, preventative measures and naturopathic immune […]
Cold and Flu Clinic – Alternatives to the Flu Vaccine
Join us for our Cold and Flu Clinic on Monday Oct. 24th OR Monday Nov. 28th at 6:30pm. Learn about alternatives to the flu vaccine, prevention of colds and flus, how to support your immune system, and how to treat colds and flus using natural remedies. Dr. Michelle Durkin and Annie House, aromatherapist, will be available […]
Why the Provincial Election Matters to Naturopathic Doctors: Part 2
If you have not yet been involved in engaging your local candidates in a discussion about the future of naturopathic medicine in our health care system you can read some highlights below. The Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) wrote to all four of Ontario’s political parties to ask them to tell us where they stand on […]
Seminar “How Your Psychology Becomes Your Biology” Monday October 3rd at 7pm
IMAGINE, starting each day like it is your Birthday!!! and being so excited that you can hardly wait to get out of bed!!! What is stopping you from living your ultimate life? We forget that it is our birthright to be happy. Learn How "Your Psychology Becomes Your Biology". That chronic nagging ailment from which […]
Why the Provincial Elections Matter to Naturopathic Doctors
The campaign for the Ontario Provincial Election is underway. The vote will be on Thursday, October 6, 2011. The most recent polls indicate a close election. As a result, your vote can make an important difference in having a government that is supportive of a clear role for naturopathic medicine in the health care system. […]
Last Chance to Register for FREE Seminar
Don't forget today and tomorrow are your last chance to register for our FREE Seminar being held tomorrow night, Wed Sept. 14th at 6pm with Annie House. She will discuss the history and benefits of aromatherapy in a wide range of health conditions. Please see previous post or our events page for more details.
Open Event with Annie House, Certified Clinical Aromatherapist
Come and meet with Annie House on Wednesday September 14th at 6pm for approximately 1 hour at Quinte Naturopathic Centre. Annie will give a presentation on the benefits of aromatherapy and include a brief history on its many clinical applications and uses. Please call the office at 613-966-9660 to register so we have enough chairs.
Guest Post by Kailtyn Bell of Kaitlyns Koops Organic Chicken
Hello, My name is Kaitlyn Bell and I am a part of a summer company program running my own business called Kaitlyn Koops. Kaitlyn Koops is where I raise organically fed, free range chickens that have lots of meat on their bones with no hormones included. I am selling my chickens frozen and dressed beginning […]
Office closed for Breast Thermography Clinic Monday August 22nd
We are hosting our annual Breast Thermography Clinic on Monday Aug. 22nd and as such the office will not be open for regular appointments. The office will resume normal office hours on Tuesday Sept. 23rd. If you are interested in signing up for the Breast Thermography Clinic, don't worry you have not missed it yet. […]