Cancer Care: Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Approaches Tuesday, September 25, 2018 6:00PM-7:00PM FREE Call or email the clinic to register Join Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Ehab Mohammed ND to learn about the best evidence to support the use of complementary intervention in the care of those with cancer. Whether you are engaging in conventional cancer care or… Continue reading →
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Food as Medicine: Sauerkraut
Humans have been fermenting foods for thousands of years. Fermentation made our food last longer and made it easier to digest, which in turn helped us stay healthier. Along the way, however, we also ended up creating foods that taste great and have excellent health benefits! Sauerkraut is one of those great fermented wonders. It’s… Continue reading →
Dr. Maggie’s Family is Growing!
If you’ve been to the clinic lately, you may have noticed Dr. Maggie’s growing belly! Her family is looking forward to welcoming their newest member this fall. The rest of the StoneTree Clinic team is thrilled to have another STC baby about the clinic, but, as always, we’ll be sad to see one of our team… Continue reading →
Back to School Advice from the StoneTree Naturopaths
It’s that time again! We asked each of our ND’s for their best tips for a successful school year. Here’s what they had to say. From Dr. Bronwyn: My tip is to be thoughtful about how much sleep your kids need (depending on age anywhere from 8-11 hours per night), and get to an earlier,… Continue reading →
Air Quality: How to Protect Yourself
This summer’s high heat and humidity have been great for those vacationing by the lakes, but it has created the perfect storm for poor air quality. Forest fires and the hot, heavy air that traps pollution from industry and cars have made air quality a real health risk. What to do? 1. Prevention – limit… Continue reading →
When Your Oncologist Says “No”
A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. On top of the stress and worry is a near-endless supply of internet advice, and tips from well-meaning friends and family. Almost everyone seems to have a story about how the chemo killed Joe’s sister’s, brother, or how some natural product saved the day. A large percentage of patients explore… Continue reading →
Sleep: The New Science of Slumber
As our patients head out on their summer holidays, one of the things we hear most often is, “I can’t wait to sleep.” If you’ve found yourself feeling the same way and are wondering why, this month’s National Geographic has a long article about sleep that is very much worth the read. Some interesting and… Continue reading →
Calling All Teachers!
Dealing with kids can put a real tax on stress glands and immune systems–it’s the kind of thing that can lead to constant colds and flu, sleep and mood issues, or that overall “tired” feeling that is so tough to shake. For our patients who are teachers, the hustle and bustle of the school often… Continue reading →
Natural Solutions for Summer Kid Challenges
Summer is in full swing. and what a summer it is turning out to be! Lots of sun and heat make for great cottage or beach days, but they can also bring little health annoyances that can ruin the fun for kids. Here are some natural solutions to a few of summer’s nagging problems. Sunburn Prevention… Continue reading →
Food as Medicine: Chia Seeds
These tiny little nutritional powerhouses were prized by the Mayans for providing them with “sustainable energy”. In fact, the word chia is the ancient Mayan word for strength! Check out what’s inside just two tablespoons of these little seeds: Fiber: 11 grams Protein: 4 grams Fat: 9 grams (5 of which are Omega-3s) Calcium: 18% of… Continue reading →