Article by holistic nutritionist and health coach, Linda Ljucovic, RHN, Oakville Over the holidays, some of us find ourselves saying, "my diet starts in January", just a little too often. This comment comes from a mindset we have about life, food and joy. I am here
Tis the Season to be Jolly? Tis’ the season to be jolly….yeah right…you can tell that little 'tune' was written about a hundred years ago, or before the advent of giant adrenal gland wrecking coffees, Blackberries, and computers that keep us plugged in 24/7. Perhaps when
If you’re like me and you have extra sensitive skin you already know how hard it is to find a good laundry detergent that doesn’t leave you feeling irritated for hours on end. I often find myself questioning the use of chemically loaded detergents found in
Do you take the time to sit down with family and/or friends in the day to enjoy a snack or lunch together? Even though we mean to, many of us feel as if we are just too busy! The result
Begin September with some fresh ideas on what to pack in your lunch or for 'nutrition' breaks for the kids. Your food choices mean everything as they fuel your brain and provide the energy needed for a balanced, successful and happy day. A healthy lunch consists
Flip flop sandals are an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner's worst enemy, or closest friend, depending how you look at it! I remind my patients on a regular basis how harmful flip flops can be on their bodies, not just their feet. I know fip flops, especially the thong sandal, are comfortable,
Gluten free recipes are becoming more popular as people realize the benefits of eliminating this ingredient from their diets. You don't need an official diagnosis of Celiac to realize how good your gut feels after removing gluten containing grains. Gluten is found in grains like wheat, rye,
Electrodermal Screening is Available in our Office with Dr. Jennifer Kaster N.D.!! Q: What is Electrodermal Screening? A: Electordermal Screening (EDS) is a tool which allows Dr. Jennifer, ND to evaluate the body from a different perspective. It is not an instrument used to diagnose disease. It
A 30 year old woman came to our clinic to address her right, lateral knee pain. She was an elite level triathlete who had been suffering servere pain for 1 year, on and off. After taking a detailed history, we discovered that the only significant
A 45 year old woman came in for Manual Osteopathic Treatment - her main complaint was severe left jaw pain. She had been experiencing pain for 5 years around the back of her jaw and also near her ear. The pain was constant and debilitating. The
Once I had kids, everything was different. I became much more concerned about everything we ate and put on our skin. When it came to sunscreens, it became more difficult to decide on the best option because of the many differing opinions out there. First, the sun is very
Does the thought of summer not excite you as much as it should due to your sensitive skin? Or does the dryness of winter cause your skin to become so dry that it is scaly and sore? What is Eczema? Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis,
In nature, spring is a season of rebirth and rejuvenation. It’s a fresh start on the cycle of life. Our bodies follow the same rhythm as nature and therefore need a time for rebirth and rejuvenation of their own. We spend time spring cleaning our
Get to know your liver: the liver is the largest gland and one of the most important organs in your body; the weight of an average human liver is 3 lbs! it is located in right upper quadrant of the abdomen, under your ribcage What does
Commercial sports drinks can be very expensive and may not be the most healthy choice. They are loaded with sugar and food dyes! Who cares? I'll tell you why you should care through a situation I observed a couple years ago. During my son's baseball game
We all want to eat healthier these days, but at the same time it feels like we are getting busier an busier with very little time to think about meal preparation. The food manufacturers recognize this challenge and are coming out with many quick and
There is so much information out there right now on what to do and what not to do in regards to nutrition. If you aren't at home to catch Dr. Oz and/or if you don't have time to sift through the gazillions of articles on
Winter is a great season for many things – skating, tobogganing, snow ball fights, but for most of us it can also be a season of sickness, during which our body transforms into a mucous producing factory. Do you ever wonder where all this mucous is
Take care of yourself and your many obligations over the holidays in a more balanced or ‘yogic’ way. Please find below, 5 suggestions for finding more balance and joy this year’s holiday season. 1. Breathe - When you feel yourself getting tense or pressured, just notice
When it come to viral infections and feeling unwell, there are many natural techniques you can do to support your body in healing itself. The 'Wet Socks' technique works to improve circulation and lymphatic drainage by encouraging blood flow to the feet and extremities, as the
Increased activity levels, sweating, and tissue wear and tear require special support so it is important to spend a little time and energy fine tuning your eating program along with your flexibility and strength training programs. However, many athletes rely on commercial drinks and bars
True prevention is not waiting for bad things to happen, it's preventing things from happening in the first place. When we get sick, we tend to shift into ‘fix-it’ mode so we can alleviate our symptoms as quickly as possible. But what if we spent more