Apr 22, 2019 | Health Information, Nutrition and Lifestyle
People follow a vegan diet for a variety of reasons. Some do it to reduce their carbon footprints, others to show support for animal rights, and some for health benefits like improved energy levels and skin. Although some may question the safety of such a strict diet,...
Mar 15, 2019 | Health Information, Nutrition and Lifestyle
While this time of year usually brings cheerful weather and the growth of beautiful plants, millions of people will be gearing up once again to do battle with a problem that recurs every year. Itchy eyes, repetitive sneezing, a permanently runny nose – the...
Feb 15, 2019 | Health Information, Nutrition and Lifestyle
Dairy is a controversial and confusing food group. Health organizations promote dairy as vital for improved bone health, yet other experts disagree and hail dairy as detrimental to health. Who is correct? Is dairy good or bad for your health? We examine the facts....
Jan 9, 2019 | Health Information, Nutrition and Lifestyle
Arthritis is inflammation of one or more of your joints. The main symptoms are joint pain and stiffness which typically worsen with age. The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. A plant-based diet has been shown to significantly...
Oct 5, 2018 | Health Information, Nutrition and Lifestyle, Videos
High protein diets are the most popular fad diets today but it might be destroying your health and not as beneficial as most people think. Dr. Chan shares her expertise on nutrition and why caution has to be practiced when it comes to adopting high-protein diets
Sep 8, 2018 | Health Information, Nutrition and Lifestyle, Videos
Dr. Julie Chan, ND, R.Ac. speaks at this year’s largest North American Veg Fest in Toronto about the many misconceptions of food including our common beliefs about eggs and dairy and why a plant-based, vegan diet may be healthier for your health.
