Healthy and Inspired Living
In 2009, a human trial compared the effects of turmeric (Curcuma domestica) versus a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for osteoarthritis of the knee joint. This randomized controlled study examined the safety profile and clinical efficacy of Curcuma domestica extracts for pain reduction and overall functional improvement in subjects with knee osteoarthritis. Subjects with a pain… [Read Full Story]
A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind crossover study recently published examined the effect of supplementation with Quercitin on performance during exercise (June 2009). Quercitin (a potent antioxidant and flavonoid that can be found in onions and garlic) was found to enhance the performance of treatment subjects during prolonged exercise. The subjects were healthy but untrained in physical… [Read Full Story]
A recent study published in the American Journal of Medicine investigated the possible link between the consumption of energy drinks and heart attacks. I found this article interesting as we often hear of “that young marathoner just dropped dead doing the New York marathon….” When we consider how many endurance athletes consume energy drinks to… [Read Full Story]
A recent article published in the Globe & Mail’s Health and Fitness section espoused a series of “relaxation drinks” such as ‘Slow Cow’ and ‘iChill’. For today’s fast paced environment where lunches are engulfed within minutes while driving or during a phone conversation, it would seem that the developers behind these new drinks should be… [Read Full Story]
In April 2009, then Minister of Health, the Honourable George Abbott announced the approval of the revised Naturopathic Physicians Regulations which aimed to increase patient choice and provide better access to health services for British Columbians. Under the revised regulations, practitioners with additional training will be able to administer, prescribe and dispense pharmaceutical medications as… [Read Full Story]
Optimum nutritional habits are essential during your marathon training. Fundamental components include hydration status, carbohydrate and protein intake as well as electrolyte repletion, and joint health. To ensure proper muscle recovery post-exercise and to reduce your risk of injury, consider the following points: Restore electrolytes and water (essential electrolytes being: sodium, potassium, magnesium) in the… [Read Full Story]
February is Heart Health month – no wonder Valentine’s Day falls in this month! To keep your heart healthy and strong, consider preventative strategies to lower your blood pressure, strokes and atherosclerotic plaque build-up. Studies show that heart disease remains the number one cause of death in North America. Poor nutritional and lifestyle habits as… [Read Full Story]
Ingredients: 2 eggs, separated; ½ cup apple juice; 1 tsp. vanilla extract; ¼ tsp vitamin C crystals; 3 ½ tbsp. carob powder (sifted); 1/8 tsp. salt; 1 cup pumpkin seed, ground into meal in food processor; ¾ cups walnuts or pecans, coarsely chopped. Oil an 8×8 inch square pan. Cut a square of wax paper… [Read Full Story]
Several healthy suggestions to help manage your stress over the holiday season include the following: taking deep slow breaths into your belly (inhale through the nose, exhale through your mouth); attending your favorite yoga class; 5-10 minutes of quiet meditation or prayer; and my personal favorite – taking a long hot bath with Epsom salts… [Read Full Story]
4 cups water, ¼ cup quinoa (well rinsed), ½ cup carrots, diced; ¼ cup celery, diced; 2 Tbsp. onions, chopped; ¼ cup green pepper, diced; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 tsp. olive oil; ½ cup tomatoes, chopped; ½ cup cabbage, chopped; 1 tsp. sea salt, parsley chopped. Saute quinoa, carrots, celery, onions, green pepper, and… [Read Full Story]
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