The weather is more on our side lately as we see sunny skies and feel the warm air…..the motivation is out there to become more active outside! Many of us are enjoying the use of our bicycles- also a great way to get around and to not have to use our vehicles. So while it…
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is considered a musculoskeletal disorder and creates symptoms such as pain, joint noise, limited range of motion (ROM) and muscle spasms. People with TMJ disorders (TMD) may experience a number of symptoms including: Jaw or jaw muscle tenderness Jaw stiffness, especially in the morning Jaw pain when eating or yawning Earache Facial…
Dr. Tyler Shippel, ND CISSN A naturopathic doctor can play a central role in improving performance and preventing injury in athletic and active populations. To begin a journey to optimal performance, I like to group together 5 areas of focus. Sleep – often overlooked as an important factor in performance. When a group of scientists…
For those who work at a desk all day, it’s important to recognize that although it’s not physical labour, there is a physical toll on your body! Prolonged hours of sitting can cause stress to the body if you’re not sitting correctly, or posture is poor, or if your monitor or keyboard are not in…
Oh boy…the soy conversation. There’s no food that has sparked so much debate, hate or confusion. Soy contains plant compounds, isoflavones (genistein and daidzein), that look structurally similar to estradiol. But they’re not estrogen. They’re called phytoestrogens and they’re also found in other foods and plants including flaxseeds and red clover. How do phytoestrogens work?…