Tag Archives: energy

The Truth Behind Detoxification!

I get a lot of questions on detoxification programs and whether they are helpful. I think it’s important to realize that our bodies are continuously detoxing as a natural function. It is a continuous physiologic process that the body depends on for survival. However, the detox process can become less efficient when the necessary mechanisms […]

What You Need to Know About Your Metabolic System!

Imagine you could know just how well your body worked to create energy? That would be quite valuable information, wouldn’t you agree?! I bet that knowledge alone would kick start you to make changes in your diet and lifestyle accordingly. You know you need to work out and eat healthy. Everyone knows that but abstract […]

Curb That Caffeine Fix!

I read an article in the Globe and Mail a few days ago about how some school cafeterias have banned all caffeinated drinks including coffee, tea, caffeine-laden soft drinks, and energy drinks. It is refreshing to see a step in the right direction in regards to our children’s well-being! Now if only all schools will […]

Stop Wasting Your Money!

I received an e-mail from a patient this weekend asking my advice on sports drinks and since I’ve gotten that question before, I thought I should do a post on it. My answer to anyone asking about sports drinks is simple – stop wasting your money! Sports drinks bring in over $7.5 billion a year […]

Sesame Strawberry Treat!

After yesterday’s post about energizing foods, I thought I’d share a recipe that incorporates a few of those mentioned! I promise no coconuts in this one – needless to say, some readers have begun to comment on my evident obsession with them! Anyways, I hope you enjoy this quick and easy snack! The somewhat bitter […]

Eating for Energy!

One of the biggest complaints I hear most often is constant fatigue and feelings of tiredness.  So many of patients complain that they go through the day feeling permanently exhausted and drained of all energy.  That’s just no way to live! Just because fatigue has become so commonplace does NOT mean that it can’t be […]