Ageless Beauty: Facial Acupuncture
What is facial and cosmetic acupuncture? Facial rejuvenation and cosmetic acupuncture combines local and distal acupuncture points to help youachieve healthier looking skin from within. The goal is to encourage Qi and Blood flow to the face to helpimprove the overall complexion, and to reduce the look of fine lines, wrinkles and scars.What happens during […]
Redefining Normal: A Deep Dive into Periods and PCOS
Understanding the complexities of women’s health, especially when it comes to periods and PCOS, is crucial for optimal well-being, and yet, so many doctors and educators fail to equip us with the proper knowledge we need to make informed decisions about our health. We want to shed light on all things menstruation so you know […]
Imperfect Resolutions: A Holistic Journey Beyond New Year’s Goals
There is something freeing about starting anew: wiping out past mistakes, and pressing reset to create a fresh beginning. As a recovering perfectionist, the concept of flawless achievement is an enticing endeavour. However, with the messy realities of life, the idea of perfection is truly an impossible pursuit. My holidays, which are usually hectic, were […]
5 Healthy Habits to Strengthen Your Immune System
The immune system is a multifaceted and sophisticated network of our cells, organs, proteins and chemicals that has evolved to protect us from a variety of infections from bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, as well as cancer. The immune system does a great job of protecting our bodies from outside invaders, but with cold and […]
5 Reasons Why You Might Not Be Losing Weight
Most of us have weight that seems to stay with us no matter what. While loyalty is a commendable thing, here are five questions to ask yourself if you’re ready for that weight to leave you. “We can’t solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.” – Albert […]
Period Apps Part 2: Perimenopause and Menopause
Think tracking your cycle stops when you enter menopause? Think again! Tracking your symptoms throughout perimenopause and menopause can help you better inform your doctor about your current health status and get the help you need. There are more than 30 symptoms of menopause – you can only imagine how difficult it would be to […]
Breaking the Silence: Why Women Need More Support During Perimenopause
The average age of menopause is 51. Contrary to popular belief, menopause is not a long-drawn-out period of time. “Menopause” is actually a one-day event that marks the one-year -birthday of your last period. Although the end of bleeding might feel celebratory, many women are confronted with difficult thoughts around aging and attractiveness, weakening bones, […]
Period Apps Part 1: Cycle Tracking
How much do you know about your cycle? Tracking and paying attention to your period is important – as females our menstrual cycle can give us great intel on our health, where abnormalities can be warning signs something is off. From learning how to manage PMS symptoms to optimizing your chances of getting pregnant if […]
Sperm Health: How to Optimize Male Fertility
Although the thought doesn’t often cross our minds, when it comes to fertility, taking care of the sperm is just as important as taking care of the womb. Within 30% of couples struggling with fertility the cause comes from the male, and in 20% the cause is a combination of factors from both the female […]
All Things Periods!
Just like fingerprints, every person’s cycle is unique to them. A healthy period can look different for everyone. From person to person, it can vary in length of bleed, length of cycle, volume of blood, and symptoms before and during your period. With so much diversity in what can be “healthy”, it can be hard […]