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Rheumatoid Arthritis: What would happen if I have it?

Arthritis is the inflammation or swelling of the joints, with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis being the most common types. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune condition where the body attacks its own tissues, leading to inflammation that can in turn affects the whole body. The symptoms of inflammation can range from mild to severe, manifesting [...]

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 [...]

Tension Headaches

by Dr. Sheena Wu, ND   Headaches are one of the most common pain conditions, many normalized it as a part of life, where they simply need to endure and push through.  For many, however, it can be very debilitating, greatly impacting one’s ability to daily function and the quality of life. There are several [...]

Sleep Hygiene

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 [...]

Emotional Pain & Trauma Manifest in the Body

Did you know that trauma and emotional pain sit and can get stuck in different parts of the body? Not all of the pain in our bodies is related to muscle tension and body strain. Much of our unprocessed emotions get stuck in the body, and sometimes the only way to heal it is through [...]

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