It’s Not Just What You Eat—It’s How You Eat A healthy diet isn’t only about food choices. How, when, and how much you eat plays a vital role in digestion and overall wellbeing. Many digestive issues don’t begin with what’s on your plate, but rather from a lack of awareness during meals—eating too quickly, while distracted, […]

Fatty liver disease occurs when excess fat (primarily triglycerides) accumulates in the liver cells. When fat builds up in the liver, it can interfere with normal liver function and may lead to inflammation or liver damage over time. Fatty liver disease is sometimes referred to as hepatic steatosis and generally occurs in two main forms: […]

Indigestion—also known medically as dyspepsia—is a common digestive complaint characterised by discomfort or pain in the upper abdomen after eating. It often occurs when the digestive system is not breaking down food efficiently. Dyspepsia may involve symptoms such as bloating, belching, heartburn, or nausea and can range from occasional discomfort to a persistent digestive problem. From […]

The digestive system plays a central role in overall health. It is responsible for breaking down food, absorbing nutrients, eliminating waste, and supporting immune function. Improving digestion is imperative to help you to move towards better health. From a naturopathic perspective, digestion is often considered the foundation of good health. When the digestive system is […]

Chelation therapy is a medical treatment used to remove certain heavy metals from the body. It involves the use of substances known as chelating agents, which bind to metals in the bloodstream so they can be excreted from the body. Chelating agents may be administered: Intravenously (IV) Orally in supplement form Once bound to the […]

Gastritis is a condition involving inflammation of the stomach lining. This inflammation can cause discomfort or pain during or after eating and may lead to symptoms such as nausea, indigestion, bloating, or burning sensations in the upper abdomen. Gastritis food choices can help you to get on top of digestive healing and reduce symptoms. The […]

An enema bowel cleanse is a procedure that involves introducing liquid into the lower bowel through the rectum. The liquid gently expands the lower gastrointestinal tract, which stimulates the bowel wall to contract and encourages the elimination of stool. Enemas have been used for centuries in many traditional healing systems as a way to support bowel function, relieve […]

Chronic constipation is often a sign that the digestive system is not functioning optimally. In naturopathic medicine, sluggish digestion and reduced liver or gallbladder function are common underlying contributors. When digestion is slow or inefficient, waste can move sluggishly through the digestive tract, leading to infrequent or difficult bowel movements. Think of the digestive system […]

Stomach bloating, wind pain, and excess gas are very common digestive complaints. In naturopathic medicine, these symptoms are often linked to incomplete digestion. When we eat, the body releases digestive enzymes in the mouth, stomach, pancreas, and small intestine. These enzymes break food down into nutrients that the body can absorb. If the body produces […]

Sucrose is a common dietary sugar made up of two simple sugars: fructose (fruit sugar) and glucose. It is naturally present in foods but is most commonly consumed as table sugar, which is derived from sugar cane or sugar beets. You may also see it referred to as cane sugar, beet sugar, or table sugar. […]