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May 7, 2021

Part 1: Do You Really Need A Detox?

Detox seems to be the new “diet.” People used to say, “I need to go on a diet”; now we often hear “I need to go on a detox”, or “I need to do a cleanse.” It seems to be the go-to whenever you are feeling tired, bloated, or if you over-indulge. On […]

February 15, 2021

5 Heart Healthy Habits to Help Prevent Heart Disease

Cardiovascular disease remains the number one killer worldwide. One third of all deaths are related to heart disease or stroke. Fortunately, fatalities due to cardiac events have declined over the years, mainly due to advancements in medical intervention. However, in the last twenty years, this decline has begun to level off. “Trends in cardiovascular […]

January 12, 2021

The Secret to Getting Rid of Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are a pain in the A$$! Dealing with hemorrhoids after birthing my first child was more painful than the labour itself, and this is not an exaggeration. The reason I’m oversharing here – this issue is often overlooked, and we ignore the problem out of embarrassment. However, over time hemorrhoids can become […]

November 24, 2020

A Guide to Minerals for Bones – What Are You Made Of?

Imagine that you had to build a human body. How would you begin? What materials would you use? Now, instead, imagine you are building a house. What would be your first step? You don’t have to be an architect or engineer to know that when building a house, you start with the foundation. […]