A Cleanse, or a Fast? When spring comes, we usually have an urge to do some cleaning. Just as we do in our homes and in our yard, spring brings this desire to purify our own interior. But what to do and how to do it? And the first question could be “why do it”?

Remote Consultations with a Naturopath Many will agree, it is often difficult to escape from our frantic daily routine that can be summarized mainly with these three words: metro-work-bedtime. Added to this is the challenge of reconciling our professional life with our family life, our love life and our social life, without forgetting the importance

  Do we eat enough fibre? Diets can be overwhelming, but a small change in our habits can make all the difference. In the spirit of the New Year, I would like to propose another month of the year focused on health. It would take 30 days so that for once, Canadians would eat enough

Immune Boosting Tonic With another cold and flu season upon us, it’s important to stay at the top of our health and boost our immune system. In addition to getting good rest and avoiding refined sugar, you can give your body an added benefit by trying this energizing, stimulating immune-boosting tonic! Makes 2 cups 2

Many people spend countless hours using harmful beauty products to keep their skin looking vibrant and young. But there’s a better way. Hyaluronic acid can keep your skin glowing, and it also benefits your joints — all without the harmful side effects of toxic skin products. Hyaluronic acid is often recommended by dermatologists and other

Cinnamon and honey have extraordinary benefits for our health. Discover all the properties that a single spoonful of this mixture can bring to your body. Cinnamon and honey are nutritious foods that have many health benefits, and are delicious too! By combining them, you multiply their benefits and you facilitate their daily consumption. Whether it’s

Curcumin benefits: what are the nutritional advantages of this spice? Curcumin is the main pigment of turmeric, an ancestral spice that has become a health recipe superstar. Numerous studies have examined the benefits of this natural ingredient. But what can you actually gain from it and how should it be consumed? Discover our tips to

We have received several requests for this recipe which appeared in our blog “Colombe’s Smoothie”. So we decided to publish it separately by adding all the health benefits of this grain. There are two kinds of kefir, one made with milk and one with water and fruit. I prefer the latter. The consumption of this

Coenzyme Q10: uses and benefits Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a molecule that is naturally secreted by the body. It functions as a vitamin in the body by activating energy production at the cellular level. This energy is necessary for all the physiological processes to occur. It is especially important for cardiac activity, although it is found

Sleep disorders: sleep better with lemon balm extract Utilized since the 13th century for its relaxing properties and sedative effect, lemon balm has long been a natural remedy for insomnia, as well as stomach cramps, migraines, muscular and menstrual pains and more. It has been scientifically proven that lemon balm extract promotes sleep and possesses

Gluten allergy and intolerance: how can you treat your digestive system? People with the ability to ingest gluten without direct or indirect health consequences are becoming increasingly rare. Our lifestyle and diet often cause problems with digestion, bloating or heartburn and a growing number of people experience symptoms of gluten intolerance. Gluten, which is present

We had a lot of fun last month with our Facebook contest, “Hooked on Smoothies”. People were very generous in sharing their preferred ingredients and we published (from over 200 participants) the results of the four most popular ingredients, which are: Strawberries Bananas Mangoes Raspberries We noted as well, less traditional but equally awesome ingredients

  I know you will love this cleansing tea with its alkalizing and detoxifying properties which provide powerful anti-inflammatory action within your body. Turmeric is a superhero ingredient to help heal and prevent dry skin, slow aging, diminish wrinkles and improve skin’s elasticity.         Ingredients 250 ml (9 fl oz/1 cup) almond

Sometimes, a dreaded migraine headache can feel unbearable. So, is there anything that can be done to alleviate headaches caused by cancer treatments? In this article you’ll discover the pain-relieving benefits of some readily available foods that can help ease painful headaches. Not only will these foods relieve the headache −, they’ll also improve your

Among many other cancer causing products commonly found in the home, this dirty dozen list has made it to the Hall of Shame. The Cancer Prevention Coalition (CPC) and Ralph Nader have released a “Dirty Dozen” list of consumer products used in most American homes, and manufactured by giant U.S. corporations. In the modern era,

What’s more relaxing after a long, stressful day than taking a hot bath? It can be incredibly therapeutic, helping to clear your mind from the worries of the day, relieve muscle aches and pains, and more. Baths are so amazing that most of us are more than willing to spend a pretty penny on fancy

Magnesium can do some extraordinary things to help you feel your best—from tissue and red blood cell formation to proper muscle function.1 It’s involved in over 300 chemical reactions in the body and considered one of the most powerful minerals available today.1,2 But most people don’t get enough magnesium. In fact, the average person consumes

You have gas, bloating, abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhea. Obviously your gut is talking to you and perhaps quite convincingly. Your condition calms down after a bowel movement and leaves you a short reprieve until the next discomfort signal? Your bowels are letting you know that they are in bad shape and need a change?

As a gluten-free cereal, buckwheat is a grain that has become a first-choice nutriment for all those suffering from Celiac disease and other health problems related to gluten intolerance. Thanks to its high protein value containing all of the essential amino acids, buckwheat is also recognized for its nutritional and therapeutic values : an abundance

What is the one single underlying condition that creates illness, lack of motivation, low energy, poor sleep, etc.? As it turns out, the answer may be simpler than you imagine. In his magnificent book, “Your Body’s Many Cries for Water”, Dr. F. Batmanghelidj reveals how dehydration is one of the fundamental causes of illness, depression,

The Importance of Protein in a Vegetarian Diet Choosing a vegetarian diet also means having to endure the questions of omnivores, the most common of which is “Don’t you have diet deficiencies? Iron, protein?” Yet being a vegetarian does not mean farewell to one’s energy and hello to a pale complexion. Learn how to avoid

Used to improve a diet that is not always as varied as necessary, dietary supplements help to give a little extra support to the functioning of our body. There is a wide variety for a number of benefits, but what are their benefits? Food Supplements to Fill Gaps Dietary supplements are particularly suitable for people

If you have allergies, they might just be a mild annoyance—perhaps they cause the odd sneezing fit, or leave you with watery eyes at certain times of the year. Alternatively, you might be at the other end of the spectrum, suffering from symptoms that make you utterly miserable and undermine your quality of life. Either