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~ Dr. Sonya Nobbe, ND

Many of us believe that if we could just lose a few pounds, we’d be healthy. In fact, our body must be healthy before we can achieve long-lasting weight loss.

Studies suggest that starting a diet is one of the best predictors of weight gain. If you’ve been on at least 3 diets in your lifetime, you may know this fact too well. Many weight loss programs focus on reducing calorie intake and increasing calorie expenditure. In real life the math isn’t that simple, and I hear too often of people severely restricting their food intake, increasing their exercise routine, and not losing an inch.

The solution lies in understanding your body’s unique metabolic balance. For example, a sluggish thyroid gland can generate a slow metabolism and this condition may not be obvious through conventional blood testing. Current laboratory Read the rest of this entry »

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~ Dr. Sonya Nobbe, ND

Even if you’re fortunate enough to answer “no” to this question, the illness is so prevalent, it’s likely that someone you know struggles with depression. Unfortunately, of the nearly 1 in 20 Canadians treating their condition with pharmaceuticals, fewer than 50% will experience complete relief from their symptoms and at least as many will experience drug complications or side-effects, ranging from increased risk of suicide in adolescents to bone fractures in the elderly. Science’s limited understanding of depression offers solutions for only a minority of people afflicted, leaving many more searching for additional healthcare options.

Your brain is responsible for up to 25% of the metabolism in your entire body. These metabolic processes require hundreds of nutrients, including proteins and B-vitamins for brain chemicals that create mood, and omega-3 fats that generate healthy brain cells. Vitamin D, magnesium, and zinc are also critical for healthy brain function. A struggling brain works much more efficiently if given the correct nourishment.

Did you know that the digestive tract makes approximately 95% of all the serotonin in your body? Read the rest of this entry »

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The following three articles on adverse drug reactions and bone health are intended to support informed choice only. Always speak to a health professional before changing how you use your medications.

Warning for use of Actonel and other Bisphosphonate drugs

Fosamax, Didrocal, and Actonel, part of the drug class known as bisphosphonates, are well known for their ability to improve bone density in individuals with osteoporosis. These drugs cleverly slow down the cells that break down bone, called osteoclasts. Research indicates that extended use of these drugs can actually lead to an increase in certain types of rare leg fractures caused by simple activities like walking. Read the rest of this entry »

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Is this true? Recent well-designed studies suggest that it is. Supplementing with calcium may increase your risk of developing cardiovascular disease. It may increase your risk of a heart attack by a staggering 30%.

However, these studies evaluate the use of calcium (calcium carbonate or citrate), as a single nutrient. These supplements do not include vitamin D, potassium, or magnesium, all of which are essential for heart health. Thankfully, studies evaluating the use of supplements with both calcium and vitamin D suggest Read the rest of this entry »

Graham Wiltshire CAT(C), Osteopathy (Thesis Writer)

Osteopathy embraces the philosophy that the body has a natural ability to self-regulate and heal. The key factor that permits this is the body’s ability to circulate all of its fluids, including the blood, lymph, synovial fluid in joints, and cerebrospinal fluid surrounding the brain and spine.

Osteopathy focuses on obstructions that impede the circulation of fluids within the body. Blockages include Read the rest of this entry »

Joel Ackerman, RMT

We often think of massage therapy to treat muscular aches, knots, and for relaxation, and rightly so. By definition, massage therapy is the manipulation of soft tissues in the body, which mean muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia. Is there a place for massage therapy in the treatment of bone conditions, such as arthritis or osteoporosis? The answer is yes! Read the rest of this entry »