"What is There to Eat?" & Other Childhood Nutrition Questions

Whether raising the next Einstein or just trying to get your ten year old to listen, every parent wants to give their kids the best start in life, and there are a lot of ways to do that. One of those ways is to nourish those developing brains. The link ...

This is the third and final instalment of our Respiratory Revolution series. The first looked at fascinating feats from super-breathers, the second shared breathing tips anyone can try. How often do you find yourself taking a deep breath before a difficult task? We grab a big lungful to psyche ourselves ...

We talk about being in a black mood, seeing red, and feeling blue, but is there anything to these colourful phrases? Some folk believe that colour has a profound effect on our wellbeing, whether through activating chakra colours, identifying the swirl of aura fields, or using the hue of coloured ...

Spiritualism and religion are the foundation of wellness for many. Tarot fits into that category, but I wasn’t sure how. Obviously I was curious—I mean, if the simple ritual of lighting candles could evoke such peace in me, would tarot take me to the next level? Could I use it to benefit non-bed-time related parts of my life?

How to build a meditation habit (if I can do it for 30 days, so can you)

Think you know how to breathe? Think again… This article is part two of our series on better breathing. Breathing seems like a no-brainer. We’re taught from our very first biology lesson that it’s an automatic process—oxygen goes in, carbon dioxide comes ...

The key to health, and happiness is running through your body right now. It’s not magic—it’s the vagus nerve. What is the Vagus Nerve? ...

To drink, or not to drink. That's the question. At least that's the question raging in health circles where some view coffee as a life-saving antioxidant, and others treat it as a dangerous toxin. Full disclosure—I'm a coffee fan. I say 'fan' and not addict because I can quit any ...

Health trends come and go, but fasting seems here to stay. Why? Because limiting your eating window is a proven way to stay in shape, heal many underlying health issues, kickstart your weight loss and even extend your life. Fasting can help almost anyone achieve their ...

This article is the first in a three-part series we’re calling ‘The Respiration Revolution’ which examines the power and potential of better breathing. We’ll share stories of superhuman feats, tips anyone can try, and insight from the experts. Read the second and third installments here. Breathe in. Breathe out. ...

Light Up Your Health with Infrared Is light dangerous? That might be the impression you get after years of being told to avoid direct sunlight, and apply sunscreen. You should take care of your skin when you’re in the sun, for sure, but in general light is good for your ...

I’ve always been the “out there” one amongst my friends. They’d ride bikes, and I’d stay in to listen to Led Zeppelin and The Doors on my record player, and that was 100 percent okay with me. Until, one day, my friends were getting degrees in business, buying houses, and ...

Elizabeth (Ella) Morelle was inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) when she visited an acupuncturist as a teen. She was fascinated by the ancient tradition’s integration of empirical scientific medicine with the treatment and respect of emotional symptoms. Her interest blossomed into a wider personal study of the relationships between ...

Many of us have a love/hate thing going on with our hair. One day you're tossing it like you're the star of a shampoo commercial, and the next you're cursing every. frizzy. strand. Bad hair days don't just [i]happen though. Think of everything our hair puts up with on a ...

There are many kinds of crystals in the world. Each of them has its own unique healing ability for mind, body, and soul. Crystals are a source of positive energy. These gorgeous gemstones are well known as ancient forms of medicine. The healing philosophies that accompany them are derived from ...

What do business magnate Richard Branson, surrealist painter Salvador Dali, and Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps have in common? They might all be on your fantasy dinner party guest list, but that's not it. They all have Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). It's not uncommon for people with ADHD to become ...

There are as many ways to meditate as there are studies on its many health benefits—maybe more. With its roots in various world religions and spiritual philosophies, meditation is one of the most diverse healing therapies out there. Mindfulness meditation is probably the most well known. It guides you to ...

It's October, which can only mean one thing—we've entered pumpkin spice latte season. The PSL (as I like to call it) has become the drink for Fall, as synonymous with the season as trick or treating, backyard bonfires, and Thanksgiving. If you're a devotee, you probably look forward to Fall ...

Lots of us are working from home now. Many of us are working at the dining room table, or the couch in our living room—and those places are not designed to be worked in for 8 hours a day. If you’re newly working from home, barely over 30, and suddenly ...

With all the bad news around at the moment you'd be forgiven for having canceled Thanksgiving this year, but at Which Doctor we're still counting our blessings—gratitude is, after all, just another form of self-care. The pandemic currently sweeping the globe has focused our attention on our health. How to ...

Does anyone even know where the crystals come from? Yeah. We do. They come from the Earth—from mines. They’re extracted out of the ground. In mines. By humans. However! They were there long before the mines were, and long before humans had mines, or... even existed. That's part of what ...

As we bid farewell to PCOS Awareness Month, it's a good reminder that polycystic ovary syndrome isn't just a month-long concern, but a debilitating, multi-symptom condition that requires a multi-faceted approach. PCOS affects one in ten women, according to the National Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Association. That's millions of women, many ...

Traditional Chinese Medicine is one of the world's oldest healing arts, and it's also been around in the West long enough for people to be familiar with acupuncture , cupping, and Chinese herbalism. There's one branch of TCM that might have you scratching your head...Gua Sha...

Anything can happen in a time travel sound healing session. “People have these life-altering experiences,” says practitioner Sandy Mulroy . “Some people have traumatic experiences, and some people have adventures and can't wait to go back. I have to be prepared for anything.”

Ageing is unavoidable. The body you inhabit at 20 will be different when you’re 70, but that doesn't mean you can't keep it in top condition. You'd maintain a beloved sports car by keeping the engine well-oiled, and the exterior well polished, because you know that’s what’ll keep it going ...

Chances are you either have, or know someone that has, an auto-immune disease. This family of ailments is incredibly common, and is becoming even more so. Today, millions of North Americans are battling conditions like Lupus, Celiac disease, Multiple sclerosis, Psoriasis and Rheumatoid arthritis . There are over a hundred ...

One of the hardest parts of dealing with mental illness is the isolation. Isolation and stigma are frequent companions to mental health challenges—be they self-imposed or societal—and they prevent many who are struggling from receiving the help they need, and deserve. With these people in mind, Sean Gjos founded Boreal ...

Folk use the phrase “It’s not life and death,” all the time. Mostly they're correct, but in reference to doulas, they would be incorrect.

When Estelle Barron was diagnosed with both Rheumatoid Arthritis and Lupus as a teenager, it was a devastating blow for the aspiring dancer. Anxious, depressed, and uncertain she turned to something that had always brought her joy—art. “I found the art process mirrored how I was feeling ...

Eating Well on a Budget – tips for cash-strapped healthy eaters It’s a pandemic, and as a result, many household budgets are suffering. When times are tough, healthy eating often takes a back seat to just, getting food on the table. There are ways to save money without sacrificing the ...