Herbs for the Winter Season by Monica Giacomin | Herbs on the Side
The Winter Solstice is beckoning and even though our herbs are buried deep below the snow, they can still help us stay well during this festive season, acting as preventative medicine and additional nourishment for our intertwined body systems. Here are some of my favourite tonifying and supportive herbs that I’ve been including in my diet as part of my quest to stay healthy. May […]
Food to Keep You Cool – Cathy Cochrane, NNCP
Just when we think that it might never come, the heat of summer is upon us. Judging by theforecast it’s going to be a stinker. Before you run to the dep for a slushie, or throw frozen fruitin your blender, think again.While frozen food and drinks might feel good in the moment, that cold can […]
Planning a Liver Cleanse? Read this First.
by Cathy Cochrane, NNCP It’s spring! …Well, if you focus on the lengthening days and ignore the thermometer this week. Time to start playing in the garden and clean off the barbecue. Time to do a liver detox. Before you dive headlong into that last one, there are a few important considerations. Your liver is […]
Acupuncture vs. Acupressure: Exploring Two Paths to Holistic Healing
In the realm of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), both acupuncture and acupressure offer profound healing benefits. While acupuncture often receives more recognition, acupressure is a powerful, needle-free approach that works along the same energy channels or “meridians” in the body. At our holistic school, we believe acupressure offers unique advantages—especially for students who want to […]
Herbology Wonders: 3 Herbs for Seasonal Winter Blues
Winter can be a magical time with its snowy landscapes and cozy nights. However, for many, the shorter days and colder weather can bring on a case of the winter blues, also known as seasonal depression. Luckily, nature has a treasure trove of remedies, and today, we’ll explore three amazing herbs that can help lift […]
Why is Massage Therapy Essential: A Lifeline for Remote Workers
Why is Massage Therapy Essential: A Lifeline for Remote Workers The Strain of the Digital Age In today’s world, where working from home or spending long hours in front of a computer has become the norm, our bodies are silently crying out for help. We often don’t realize it, but our modern lifestyle is a […]
Discover the Power of Nutritherapy: Transform Lives in a World Craving Holistic Health
In today’s fast-paced world, where healthcare systems are stretched thin and people are seeking more personalized approaches to wellness, there lies a golden opportunity, Holistic Health. It’s an opportunity to make a difference, to be a beacon of hope and health in a society that is increasingly recognizing the limitations of conventional medicine. This is […]