Tag Archives: cancer

What Does WHO’s Report On Processed Meats Mean For Your Family?!

It appears that the verdict is in. The World Health Organization has just announced today that processed meats including bacon, sausage, and deli meats are known carcinogens. Meaning they cause cancer. They also stated that red meat likely causes cancer, too. What led to this decision? Twenty-two scientists from 10 countries met over a few […]

Mock Salmon Pate!

I was given this recipe to me by a great patient a few months ago and have been meaning to post it for a while now. It’s such an easy and delicious recipe that I have to share it! 2 cups walnuts 2 stalks celery 1 large red bell pepper 1 large scallion 1 teaspoon […]

Fighting the Scary Odds of Breast Cancer!

Breast cancer is at highly scary levels in North America yet people that live in Asia have a very low incidence of this disease. However, studies indicate that if an Asian woman moves to North America and adopts the American diet and lifestyle, her risk wil match that of an American woman’s within one generation. Stop and […]

Put Down That Soda!

“Food is information to our genes.”   – J. Bland Knowing this, it is important that you get the right information to your body. That brings me to one of the absolute worst things you can be consuming – soda! Soda consumption is at record levels in Canada. An average Canadian drinks more than 119 liters […]

The Scary Truth About Cancer!

I’m not a ‘politics’ guy but as a Canadian, I am saddened by the loss of Jack Layton. His obvious passion and ambition for our country will be greatly missed by all of us. On a more personal note, one of my best friend’s also lost his sister to cancer this weekend – she was […]

Some Essentials for Your Health!

Essential fatty acids are something we hear about all the time and I’ve written about before. However, I find that many people are still unsure about their role in our health so I thought I’d quickly answer some questions I’ve received. I don’t mean to go on and on about essential fatty acids but I […]

Don’t Get Burned!

Summer is in full swing and it occurred to me that I really should do a post about sunscreen. I can’t believe I didn’t think of it sooner but better late than never! Just to make sure everyone is clear – I’m in no way proposing that you not use sunscreen. I’m only suggesting that […]