There’s always a new exercise routine hanging out on the front of grocery store magazines–new regimes that guarantee weight loss, or more energy, or better muscle tone, but sometimes pushing for that extra set of sit-ups, or that extra few metres on a run does a lot more harm than good. When…
Often when pain occurs during menstruation, the last thing we think of is inflammation; however, inflammation plays a stronger role in menstrual pain than you may think. In this week’s article Dr. Bristow explains what happens to the levels of CRP, a marker of inflammation, during menstruation, and how this marker can…
It’s normal for babies to spit up from time to time, and to have occasional digestive discomfort that can prompt more fussing or regurgitation; however, if a baby continues to have discomfort, or symptoms worsen to breathing problems or further pain, there may be an underlying problem at play. One of the…
If you suffer from IBS then you know that difficulties with digestion can cause a lot of pain and discomfort. So, if there’s a way to ease these symptoms, chances are you want to know about it! One thing that a lot of individuals with IBS are not aware of is that…
As summer fades into the chills of fall and winter, many people find their overall mood drops into a bit of a sad slump. You might find yourself wanting to stay in bed rather than getting up, going out less, or eating more than you did in the summer months. If any…
We all feel tired sometimes— work weeks can stretch us a little thin, if we get a case of the cold or flu we can experience fatigue, or sometimes the kids just don’t sleep (and that means you don’t either)! Though feeling low on energy happens to everyone at different times, feeling…
After a holiday season filled with rich foods and celebrations, you might be thinking that it is time to prioritize your health in 2017. There’s no better way to improve the health of your entire body than by ensuring your digestive system is in good shape. If your guts are not in…
