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Strengthen Your Health One Cell at a Time

What is Cellular Health? Cellular health is an emerging concept that overall health depends on the wellbeing and functionality of individual...

Posted Apr 30, 2024

Pumpkin Perks: From Seed to Spoon

As we approach midautumn, pumpkins are plentiful and make fun, spooky Halloween decorations, but did you know that these orange beauties can be...

Posted Oct 4, 2024

Calories Matter… Right?

“If you want to lose weight, you must count Calories.” Isn’t that what everyone says? You’ve all heard this before: If you...

Posted Oct 4, 2024

Embrace Autumn with Self-Care Rituals

As the leaves turn vibrant hues and the air crisps, autumn presents an opportunity for rejuvenation and self-care. Transitioning from the light and...

Posted Oct 4, 2024

Is It the Sniffles or Something Worse? Make a Plan!

“What’s that? You’re sick?” My voice sharpened with concern as I spoke with my daughter on the phone. I had been...

Posted Oct 4, 2024

Any Truth to the Fountain of Youth?

Does the fountain of youth exist? The concept of human physical immortality, free of aging, has enticed humanity for centuries. Today, this...

Posted Oct 4, 2024

An ND’s Experience as a First-Time Mom

There is no better feeling than the first time you hold your newborn in your arms. After months of anticipation and hours of labour, those first...

Posted Oct 4, 2024

Keeping Our Filters Clean

Which Organs Are Filters? The filtration of waste products, toxins, and metabolites is an important process within the body. The kidneys and liver...

Posted Oct 4, 2024

Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired?

Summer’s over and we all know what that means: It is back to work and back to school. But, more importantly, it’s the beginning of...

Posted Oct 4, 2024

Saffron (Crocus sativa): An Ancient Herb for Everyday Health

Saffron (Crocus sativus), as many of you Flourish readers may already know, is one of the most expensive spices known worldwide—this is...

Posted Jun 25, 2024

The Nose Knows: The Power of Scents and Essential Oils

The sense of smell, often underrated, plays a pivotal role in our daily lives—influencing emotions, memories, and overall wellbeing. The...

Posted Apr 30, 2024

Most Common Questions an ND Hears

As a naturopathic doctor (ND) in practice for almost 20 years, I often encounter the same three questions. If you are currently seeing an ND, or if...

Posted Apr 30, 2024

Springtime Gut Reset: Should I Be Taking Probiotics?

Springtime signals a fresh start. Longer days and renewed motivation mean revisiting New Year’s resolutions and focusing more on health. Let...

Posted Apr 9, 2024

From Panic to “I Will Be All Right”

Read about the honest and emotional journey of a 59-year-old Montrealer who confronted and navigated the complexities and taboos of prostate-health...

Posted Jan 9, 2024

Could My Child Have ADHD? Signs, Causes, and Natural Treatments

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children, adolescents, and adults. It can...

Posted Jan 9, 2024

Borderline Cholesterol: Insights and Tips from a Naturopathic Doctor

The Role of Cholesterol Cholesterol is a type of fat which can be obtained from food sources and is also produced by the liver. Cholesterol is...

Posted Jan 9, 2024