Good Digestion Is Essential for Optimal Health
Beach Metro Community News As healthcare practitioners, some of the most common conditions we encounter are digestive disorders. Digestive complaints account for over 40% of patient visits to medical doctors every year. In my practice, I would estimate that 80 to 85% of my patients have some degree of digestive distress, ranging from gas, bloating, […]
Eczema Is Not Just Skin Deep
Beach Metro Community News Dry Skin or Something More Serious? During these winter months, one of the most common complaints is dry, itchy skin. This is usually due to the drier air and to the heating indoors. However, there is a more serious, chronic condition that is becoming more and more prevalent today. This condition […]
Boosting Your Immune System for Cold and Flu Prevention
Beach Metro Community News It’s that time of year again when we’re all faced with the increased possibility of catching the common cold or flu. For some of us, getting the cold or flu produces mild symptoms, but for others, it can lead to a serious sinus infection, bronchitis, or even pneumonia (especially in the […]
Balance Blood Sugar Levels to Prevent Diabetes
Beach Metro Community News A growing epidemic Within the last decade, the prevalence of diabetes has increased dramatically. Today, more than two million Canadians are afflicted with this condition. This number is expected to rise to more than three million in the next ten years. Approximately 10% of people with diabetes have type I (insulin-dependent) […]
Adrenal Fatigue
Adrenal Fatigue Beach Metro Community News In today’s society, one of the most common health risk factors is chronic stress. In my practice, I see many patients who are undergoing long-term or intense stress (either physical, mental, emotional or chemical). This stress can come from having high-pressure jobs, family/relationship difficulties, financial pressures, chronic infections/allergies or […]