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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
by Dr. Sheena Wu, ND Sleep is a crucial foundation of physical and mental health. Studies have found inadequate quantity and quality of sleep can lead to long-term and short-term health consequences in otherwise healthy individuals, including hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome, decreased cognitive functions and more. Nowadays, issues of [...]
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 [...]
