Iodine, the missing trace mineral

Without iodine our bodies are functioning in slow motion, we can't produce enough thyroid hormone, our metabolism slows and we can stiff tendons that can't straighten easily. But, who ever thinks about getting enough iodine from their food? Well, we should. Here in Alberta we have iodine deficient soils, were landlocked and we don't eat tons of seafood or seaweed as part of our diet. Ocean fish, crustaceans and seaweeds are the best natural sources of iodine we can consume. If you're concerned about your iodine levels, paint a 1 inch square patch of iodine (can be found in any pharmacy) on Read More...

Hidden Food Allergens

Food allergies and sensitivities are extremely common because we tend to eat the same foods everyday.   Over time our bodies start to develop immune reactions to these repeat foods and symptoms such as stomach aches, diarrhea, constipation, joint pain, eczema and skin rashes may develop.  Elimination diets or simple blood testing can be done to detect which foods are the culprit of these persistent symptoms.  Some of the most common food sensitivites are to: Dairy, Wheat, Soy, Nuts, Peanuts, Shellfish, and Citrus.  CNN has recently run an article on alle Read More...

Alternative to the FLU SHOT!

Alternative to the FLU SHOT!
It is that time of year when we tend to spend way more time indoors, with stale, re-circulated air, and in close quarters with our family, friends and co-workers. Inevitably we tend to get sick more often. So what can you do? Do you get the flu shot?
 
Recent studies of the effectiveness of the flu shot have not been favourable Read More...

Is Sugar Really that Bad?

 

Is sugar really that bad?

 

More sugar is consumed in North America than anywhere else in the world.  Sugar Read More...