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December 8th 2011

A few of our Favorite Things: Magnesium, Belmondo Skincare and QEnergy!

Looking for stocking stuffers or gift ideas this holiday season?  Consider stopping by for a few of our favourite things!

Ancient Minerals Magnesium Bath Flakes and Lotion:

Are you stressed out this holiday season?  We don’t need an excuse to relax, we deserve to relax.  Whether you are overwhelmed with the holiday season, suffering from sore muscles or insomnia, or have a skin condition like eczema, psoriasis or dermatitis consider adding…

Post Author: Dr. Sara Kinnon Categories: General, Massage Therapy, Naturopathic Medicine, Paleo
November 18th 2011

Gluten: Is it making you sick?

There is a lot of buzz in the media these days around gluten and how it can negatively affect our health.  If you are a patient at Bellevue Natural Health Clinic, you will know from experience that many people are challenged to eliminate wheat and/or gluten from their diet in order to alleviate a health concern or to help determine the cause of the concern.

Why is gluten such a…

Post Author: Dr. Sara Kinnon Categories: General, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition
April 29th 2011

Introducing Belmondo Cosmetics

We are excited to announce that we now carry a new line of organic, all natural skin care products by Belmondo Cosmetics! Belmondo in Italian means ‘beautiful world’ and the companies philosophy is that beautiful skin comes from the earth’s pure and restorative ingredients. Using only the best  ingredients ensures that skin is protected, nourished, and enhanced, bringing…

Post Author: kami.fasan Categories: General
March 2nd 2011

Warm Up With Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal!

Our holistic nutritionist Monique Zizzy shares her recipe for Baked Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal with you:
•    1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
•    1 Tbs whole flax seeds
•    3 1/2 tsp pureed dates (puree in food processor with a little hot water)
•    1/2 tsp cinnamon
•    1/4 tsp allspice
•    1/8 tsp nutmeg
•    1/2 tsp lemon zest
•    1/4 tsp sea salt
•    1/2 tsp vanilla
•    2 tsp organic butter, softened
•    3/4 cup…

Post Author: kami.fasan Categories: General, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Recipes
January 17th 2011

Make 2011 the Year You Reach Your Goals!

Excercise for health

Dr. Sara Kinnon

This time of year we are bombarded and often pressured to make resolutions to better ourselves.  New year or not, there is always a place for reflection and resolutions.  Looking back over 2010 – what were your goals and did you meet them?  What…

Post Author: Dr. Sara Kinnon Categories: General, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition
January 10th 2011

Sweet Apple and Walnut Kale

Kale is a wonderful winter green that has many uses, but it often gets a bad rap! Kale is part of the cabbage family and can be green, purple or both! It is a rich source of beta caroteine, vitamin K, vitamin c, calcium and antioxidants. Try this simple and tasty recipie.

1 bunch of organic kale
2-3 tablespoons of butter, coconut butter or olive oil
1/2 apple, very thinly sliced
1/2 cup…

Post Author: kami.fasan Categories: General, Nutrition, Recipes
November 30th 2010

The Goodness of Almond Butter!

If you are a patient of mine, you have probably had me tell you to eat nuts.   Nuts are a nutritional powerhouse, and a favourite of mine.  Nuts become a big part of your diet if you are grain-free or follow a Paleo diet but they should be part of your diet regardless!  So, let’s shine the spotlight on almonds today.
Almonds are not only a source of fat as…

Post Author: Dr. Sara Kinnon Categories: General, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Paleo

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November 29th 2010

Almond Butter: Delicious and Nutritious!

Did you know that almond butter is a delicious and healthy alternative to peanut butter? What kid doesn’t love a peanut butter and jelly sandwich? Yet as peanut allergies become more and more common classrooms and day-cares are banning peanut containing products. Switch to almond butter! We now carry 100% organic almond butter available in an 8oz jar or a travel friendly snack pack. Almond butter is a great…

Post Author: kami.fasan Categories: General, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Recipes
October 20th 2010

It is Important to Give Back to Your Community!

Our Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Sara Kinnon, and our Nutritionist, Monique Zizzy, recently did a talk at John Oliver Secondary School on the dangers of consuming energy drinks, such as Red Bull. The lecture was part of a program run by the “Take a Hike Foundation” that works with at risk youth. The program aims to inspire and educate…

Post Author: kami.fasan Categories: General, Naturopathic Medicine
October 14th 2010

Alternative Treatments for the Common Cold or Flu

Fall has arrived and with it comes damp dark weather…and cold and flu season! Before you reach for the Nyquil or Neo-Citron, consider a more natural approach. Such products simply mask the symptoms and tax our already weekend immune system with added sugars and preservatives.

The first step to take when someone in your home has fallen ill is to…

Post Author: kami.fasan Categories: General, Health Terms, Naturopathic Medicine
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