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Make and share this seasonal treat with friends and family. Just 6 ingredients will provide great taste and refreshment. Ingredients: 10 Apples, peeled and sliced 1 Orange, sliced 2 Cinnamon Sticks 1 dash Ground Nutmeg 1 dash Ground Cloves 4 liters Water Directions: 1. Place apple and orange slices in slow cooker and a…

One of the most common problems men face is related to the prostate gland. This gland is about the size of a walnut and is located just below the bladder and it surrounds the urethra (the urine tube). For such a small gland, it can cause some challenging symptoms such as persistent pain and changes in urination. The th…

One of the most common observations I make as a naturopathic doctor is dry skin and dry hair with little lustre. It’s the first thing I look for during an examination, since it’s a sign of two of the most important aspects your body requires: healthy skin to protect against microbes, and secondly, a sufficiently hydrat…

This easy to prepare salad is an excellent source of healthy ingredients. Make it at home and serve it with your choice of protein. Ingredients: Dressing 1 tbsp Honey 1 tsp Whole-Grain Dijon Mustard 1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon 1/4 tsp Salt 1/4 tsp Black Pepper 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar 2 tbsp Water 1 tbsp Extra-Virgin Oli…

Do you frequently find yourself exhausted before your workday is even over? Does the idea of settling in on the couch for the evening in front of the TV sound a heck of a lot better than heading to the gym or out to dinner with friends? Have you ever been tempted to pull a George Costanza and curl up under your desk at…

Add new flavour to your chicken dishes at home with this tasty recipe. Try it at home and share with your friends and family. Ingredients: 2 Skinless Boneless Chicken Breasts, halved 1 whole Lemon 1 tbsp Olive Oil 1 pinch Dried Oregano 1 pinch Flat Leaf Parlsey 1 pinch Basil Salt & Pepper to taste Directions: 1. Cut le…

Well, it’s that time of year again: cold and flu season. Sigh. Everywhere you go there are people all around you hacking and sneezing out pathogenic microbes for your body to take in. Yuck! If you have a healthy immune system, you do not need to worry too much as it should be able handle most infections thrown its way.…

Enjoy the great taste of pumpkin in this smooth soup that’s easy to make at home. Ingredients: 6 cups Water 2 lbs Butternut Pumpkin, diced 2 medium Potatoes, diced 3 cloves Garlic 2 cubes Vegetable Stock 300ml Cooking Cream Directions: 1. Bring water to boil and add pumpkin, potato, garlic, and stock cubes. Simmer unti…

Satisfy your hunger and avoid dips in blood sugar with the following healthy snacks. Whether you’re at the office, at school, or running errands around town, these snacks are perfectly portable and will help keep the belly growls at bay until your next meal. These snacks provide a nice balance of healthy carbs, protein…

With the cold, damp weather approaching your joints may begin to feel a familiar pain. Millions of people around the world suffer from some form of arthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis which can affect adults as early as age 40; by the age of 70, most people experience some form of joint pain…