This summer, my friend and I are having a contest to see who can read the most books....enjoyably, we are both still determined to be the winner! Here are a few of my summer picks so far: Currently, because it came highly recommended by one of my patients, I am reading "A Fine Balance" by [...]
When it comes to fertility and fertile potential, the quality of sperm and the genetics contained within that sperm are paramount. So what affects sperm quality and how might we be able to improve it? To answer this we should first consider that there is much more involved than just the reproductive organs in creating [...]
Stephanie was invited to write this guest post for the Olive Fertility Centre: As the holiday season winds down, one more holiday tradition remains: pondering those pesky New Year’s resolutions. It's interesting that this tradition continues when research says only 8% of people actually achieve them! One of the problems with resolutions is that they [...]
Breath work is something I always keep my eye on, as I've seen time and again breathing doing wonders to help people rest and recover from life's stressors. So when James Nestor's book, Breath, came across my desk I couldn't help but dive in. It's a quick, yet thorough read on the history of breathing and how [...]
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal and metabolic disorder affecting ovarian health. Insulin resistance, increased androgens and inflammation are the key factors perpetuating this cycle of hormone blockage between the ovaries and the brain. PCOS hormonal symptoms can vary and not all women will experience the same symptoms or imbalances. Age, weight, environment, [...]
Super charge your chicken soup, add some mineral oomph to your trail mix, or give your cookies an antioxidant boost with this dried berry packed full of vitamins, minerals, and potent antioxidants. Referred to as Gou qi zi in Chinese Medicine, it is also commonly known as: Fructus Lycii, Wolfberry, goji berry Goji berries have [...]
Ahhh, lounging with a book in the warmth of these beautiful summer days is just glorious, isn't it?! Here are some titles of fiction and non-fiction books that we are enjoying this summer: Stefanie: I have been re-reading the Dune series by Frank Herbert and am currently on God Emperor of Dune. I've also just started [...]
I am so delighted. Making the decision to grow some food has brought me so much joy and I feel tremendous appreciation for the simplicity of it all. Especially during a time when I often find myself fluctuating in and out of states of worry, distress and unease. As someone who is relatively new to [...]
"When a widespread difficulty like the Coronavirus pandemic grows, it becomes important to draw on our inner strength. It is the time to pause, reflect and bring wisdom, courage and care to ourselves and those around us. We human beings have survived for a thousand generations, helping one another and inspiring each other. We know [...]
While not gluten-free myself, I do dabble in alternative flours and vegan arts as they create some very healthy and delicious options. Angela from Oh She Glows is one of my go to sites when I want something that tastes like the real deal but moves slightly toward the healthier side. A favourite in my [...]
