Dr. Wendy's Blog

family of veggies known as cruciferous or brassicas —such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, and Brussels sprouts—are highly beneficial for the liver because they contain unique sulfur-rich compounds that enhance...

When people hear the word “detox,” they often think of juice cleanses, detox supplements, or liver support formulas. The truth is, for a detox to be effective, the gut and...

To have a healthy body, and especially musculoskeletal system we need ample amounts of protein every day. Here are some quick and tasty recipes that will help you enjoy high...

This month I will share a personal story about how food sensitivities can impact the health and function of our joints. I started to train for the Boston Marathon but...

At this time of year when it is just too easy to want to hide under the covers, waiting until the days are longer and warmer, we have found a...

Exercise has powerful effects on mental health because it directly influences the nervous system and brain chemistry. Movement helps increase neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, which play a role in...

For thousands of years people have been meditating, often as part of a spiritual practice, but recently, mindfulness has become an extremely effective and popular way to help people manage...

Beets give this smoothie a beautiful red colour while providing a mega dose of arginine, an amino acid that’s essential for healthy blood flow and blood vessel dilation. This smoothie...

Support for the Perimenopausal transition As a practicing Naturopathic Doctor for just over 20 years it never ceases to amaze me how the words of one of my favorite mentors...

This master mineral is essential to your health Magnesium helps maintain normal muscle and nerve function It is crucial for healthy hormone balance 65% of magnesium is found in your...

Sweet Potato Toast These sweet potato toast with walnuts are a gluten-free take on the traditional avocado toast, using sweet potato slices instead of bread. With  added protein from the...

Remember, food is medicine. For those of you wanting to start the year with a fresh start, here is a delicious, detoxifying, and immune-boosting salad and dressing recipe to keep...