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The Role of Gut Health

By Dr. Sheena Wu, ND   When it comes to our well-being, the gut serves as a powerhouse, exerting considerable influence over aspects ranging from mental health to immune function. In this gut-brain axis signals are exchanged between our gut and brain, profoundly impact each other. As the primary gateway for nutrition, a balanced digestive [...]

Seasonal Allergies: Tips from a Naturopathic Doctor

By Dr. Sheena Wu, ND   As spring blooms and temperature arise at last, for many it also signals the dreaded seasonal allergies – relentless sneezing, runny nose, congestion, and itching. If you’re among the one-quarter of Canadians grappling with seasonal allergies, here are some tips to help you enjoy the season –   Herbal [...]

Navigating Food Sensitivities: The Elimination Diet Explained

Introducing the gold standard for uncovering food sensitivities – the elimination diet! It's your personal detective that helps you tackle issues like bloating, headaches, or eczema, shedding light on the link between what you eat and how you feel.   So, what does an elimination diet do? It gives your body a break and a [...]

Food Sensitivity Testing: Do You Really Need It?

By Dr. Sheena Wu, ND   Food sensitivity testing has become popular for finding the causes of digestive issues, skin flare-ups, and other health concerns. But how effective is it really? Let's explore!   Checking the Evidence Based on current research, food sensitivity tests may not always align with patients’ experience and can sometimes yield [...]

A Brief Note on Anxiety

By Dr. Sheena Wu, ND   Anxiety is one of the most common mental health concerns, affecting millions worldwide.  Although anxiety is a natural response to stress or perceived threats, with modern day stressors it can become excessive or persistent, taking a toll on daily functioning as well as the quality of life.  Anxiety disorders [...]

The Benefits of Fermented Foods

By Dr. Sheena Wu, ND The method of fermentation has been around for thousands of years, while it has been used for food preservation and adding depths of flavour to our cooking, it also provides a good boost of good bacteria, the probiotics, that help us maintain a healthy gut microbiome. We have more than [...]

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