We are happy to announce that we offer telemedicine appointments to all patients including new and existing patients.
A couple of months ago I saw 2 patients (let’s call them Michael and Mary), who presented with very different symptoms. Michael was a young man who had lost some…
Patients are often overwhelmed navigating the complex world of medical lab tests. When a patient comes in, suffering from a ‘bouquet’ of symptoms, each specialist orders a bunch of tests,…
I have written a lot about various autoimmune conditions where your body’s defense mechanism turns against you and becomes your own enemy. Today, I want to bring your attention to…
LGS traditionally was not generally recognized by mainstream medicine, but evidence has been accumulating, especially in the last decade, that it is a real condition that affects the lining of the intestines. The theory is that leaky gut syndrome (also called increased intestinal permeability) is the result of damage to the intestinal lining, making this barrier more permeable to less than desirable agents, of which if they enter into our bloodstream can impact many systems throughout our body.
The battle of the bulge is forever an issue for a growing number of North Americans, and statistically it is getting worse. Aside from looking good in your bikini or that borat speedo you’ve been itching to try on, keeping weight in an optimal range is critical in helping to reduce the risk of many chronic illnesses plaguing developed nations today. While there is a plethora of self-help books/DVDs/webinars/programs, etc offering hope and promise to lose those extra pounds, the fact of matter is THERE IS NO ‘ONE SIZE FITS ALL SUSTAINABLE WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM’ for the masses. Before you hang your head in defeat and reach for that bag of chips – give me a moment to explain how there is still hope… We all have the capability of optimizing our body composition and getting back in shape. It is imperative that we address each individual’s biochemical differences and obstacles in order to achieve efficient, healthy and sustainable results. Asides from core essentials such as achieving adequate exercise and reducing refined sugars in our diet, there are some additional starting points to help you reach your goal of optimal body composition. Below are my ‘Top 5 ways to Reduce Inches from your Waistline’ :
As we move further into the 21st century, people are living longer than their ancestors. According to the Administration on Aging (a division of the Department of Health and Human…
