This winter has been a harsh one; snow-filled, cold, wet, and grey. Not a whole lot of sunshine. However, the sun is shining bright today! The snow is blinding, the sky is blue (almost forgot that was true) and you can almost start to let yourself believe that spring might actually arrive one day. Winter […]
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Super Healthy Super Bowl Chili (a.k.a Mexican Black Bean Stew)
Tired of fart-filled, lethargic Super Bowl Monday’s? You need to change up your Sunday football rituals. Man-up and stop eating like an 8-year-old. Don’t even look at the greasy pizza and chicken wings, put down those dirty jalapeno poppers and throw down some of this hearty stew. Add a side of naan bread for an […]
Continue reading...Vitamin C-hristmas Tree: The Pine Tree as Medicine
by Dr. Richard Vuksinic, ND As you take down the ornaments and drag the Christmas tree to the curb, ever wonder what to do with that pile of pine needles left behind in your living room? You could sweep them up and toss them in the garbage. Or, you could grab a handful and toss […]
Continue reading...L.A.N.D. Menu: Wild Leek and Potato Soup
A sustainable way to use this early spring delicacy. Using just the tops of wild leeks makes a wonderful soup with truffle-like flavours. Thank you springtime forest! By keeping the bulbs in the ground you can guarantee more for next year! 3-4 cups of finely chopped wild leek tops/leaves* 4 cups chicken, beef or veggie stock […]
Continue reading...HEALTHY FOUNDATIONS: BREATHE
“Healthy Foundations” are simple, daily lifestyle habits that, when incorporated into your daily rhythm, can contribute to a happier, healthier You. By: Dr. Richard Vuksinic, ND, London, Ontario DEEP BREATHING: A Catalyst for Connecting To The Relaxation Response Breathing. It’s important, right? Yet, so many of us, when caught up in the stresses of the day, forget to […]
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