Self-Worth & Methylation

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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

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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

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 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

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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

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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 […]

The Inside Job of Methylation

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Methylation plays a critical role in the body and has an impact on mental health.  The symptoms of poor methylation are gut, dysbiosis, Thyroid dysfunction, trouble sleeping especially reaching the REM phase, anxiety depression, heart problems and addictions. The body broadly has two forms of methylation classified as DNA methylation and histone methylation.  In summary, […]

What are Oxalates?

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Oxalates came into my scope because if there are too many Oxalates in your system than mood conditions, anxiety, sleep problems can be presenting factors in your overall health. Let’s just say a global statement that many foods that are healthy may contain important antioxidants, fibre and other nutrients such as Oxalates.  It is not […]

Bio Individual Nutrition

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What is Bio Individual Nutrition and how does it work.  First, we all have to acknowledge that the body is a system and second every one of us has their own unique system.  Bio individual nutrition is a way to develop through trial, eliminations and understanding methylation, transsulfuration and sulfation. In layman’s terms, methylation is […]

Biochemical Individuality

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and the Walsh Institute We underestimate the importance of nutrients to assure that we are well balanced, both physically and mentally.  Dr. William Walsh has been researching and proving that the effects of nutrients can have a profound effect on mental health.  Walsh has been studying behaviour and effects of nutrients for over 40 years.  […]

Glucose – Diabetes

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Gut Health and Mental Well-Being In previous Blogs I have discussed the relationship between gut health and mental wellbeing.  An additional relationship we need to consider is between glucose and mood. Plus,  how gut health has a connection between glucose levels and mental health! The idea should come as no surprise as the brain runs […]

Exploring Copper and Zinc:

Nutrient-rich foods high in zinc and copper on wooden table

Copper is a mineral that you need to stay healthy.  Your body uses copper to carry out many important functions, including making energy, connective tissue, and blood vessels.  Copper also helps maintain the nervous and immune systems and activates genes.  Your body also needs copper for brain development.  Copper interacts with Vitamin C, iron and […]

Water

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Water plays a key role in many of our body’s functions, including bringing nutrients to cells, getting rid of waste, protecting joints and organs, and maintaining body temperature, just to name a few of the important roles it plays. Water carries nutrients to all cells in our body and oxygen to our brain.  Water allows […]