Modern Beauty:
A Social Work and Functional Nutrition Perspective Modern beauty is everywhere—on our screens, in our conversations, and embedded in the subtle ways we evaluate ourselves and others. It is curated, filtered, and often commercialized. Yet beneath the polished surface lies a deeper story—one that intertwines social conditioning, emotional wellbeing, biology, and nourishment. From a social […]
Understanding Health Canada Food Labelling
A Functional Nutrition & Social Work Perspective In today’s complex food environment, reading labels is no longer just a skill — it is a protective health behaviour. From a functional nutrition lens, labels help us identify ingredients that influence inflammation, blood sugar, gut health, and nutrient status. From a social work perspective, they are also […]
Seed Oils and Inflammation:
A Functional Nutrition Perspective Seed oils have become a central point of discussion in nutrition and inflammation research. As a Functional Nutritionist, my role is not to create fear around food, but to examine how dietary patterns interact with human biology over time. Inflammation is not inherently harmful—it is a necessary immune response—but when it […]
Cloned Meat Through a Functional Nutrition Lens:
What It Means for Health, Aging, and the Nervous System As a Functional Nutritionist, my role is not to label foods or technologies as “good” or “bad,” but to ask better questions. How does this affect the body as a system? What are the long-term implications for metabolic health, inflammation, and the nervous system? And […]
Best Practices
What does the term Best Practices really mean? Method or technique that has been generally accepted as superior to alternatives because it will produce superior results. Therefore, when you see the term Best Practices this is a term that means quality, not just mandatory standards but a self-assessed benchmark mark of quality. The reason best […]
Know Where & How Your Food is Grown
So, if we go by the father of Nutrition Weston Price, we know how important it is to learn where your food comes from and how it is grown. You are better in control and empowers you to make informed decisions that benefit your personal health. What you want to know is if the food […]
Organic Gardening
Often, we hear the term organic and make some assumptions of the meaning. Organic in food preparation means that the food is grown avoiding synthetic pesticides, fertilizers and non-genetically modified organisms. What does it mean when you see “certified organics” in the grocery store? Depending in what country it means the product has met the […]
Self-Worth & Methylation
Methylation is all about the body detoxing. This is an important function of the body and very necessary for optimum performance. Otherwise, all things in the body get sluggish, like neurotransmitters and functions in general. Increased inflammation and brain fog starts to kick in and make life difficult. What are the signs if you have […]
Diversity, Equity and COVID
Often, we hear the term diversity, equity and inclusion or DEI. What does all of this really mean? The term is supposed to be about creating environments that are inclusive and fair in consideration of others’ differences. The differences include age, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and more. Equity is to ensure fair treatment […]
Collective Wisdom
I heard the term collective wisdom the other day and thought that’s a good point. Group wisdom, sharing the knowledge, insights, and decision-making capabilities that is an awesome concept that we should do more of. All individuals can collaborate on their different diverse perspectives and experiences. The one thing I have found since COVID is […]
Modern Beauty
Beauty is defined with what words. Does beauty really lie in the beholder. Can beauty be put into words or can it only be felt in the moment? So, beauty when it comes to people can be a multifaceted concept encompassing both physical and inner qualities that evoke pleasure or admiration. Beauty includes physical attractiveness, […]
Natural Health Care Products
I am not one to normally become political but I feel that I need to speak out regarding the proposed changes that will be coming, not only as someone who uses products such as probiotics or vitamin C. Also, someone who as a practitioner for mental health supports nutrition and natural supplementation, I feel the […]