This is the beginning of a seven part series on digestive health. The digestive system is a set of organs responsible for food breakdown, nutrient absorption and elimination of waste. This intricate system is critical for hormonal balance because it controls its own functions via hormonal signals. Amazingly, over 30 hormone genes are currently known […]
By Natasha Turner New York Times Bestselling Author of The Supercharged Hormone Diet and The Hormone Diet Most of us recognize our stress levels exceed what is widely considered to be healthy. And yet, although we understand the importance of healthy behaviors like making attempts to manage it, by eating right, getting enough sleep and […]
Since we were established in 2008, our experience has shown us that our patients obtain the most benefit when using supplements, protein powders or meal replacements in conjunction with nutritional and naturopathic advice rooted in The Hormone Diet approach. If you have not yet had the pleasure of an appointment at Clear Medicine (in person […]
Being super thin is very different from being healthy. The distinction lies in understanding body composition – the ratio of lean to fatty tissue that makes up your total body weight. Your body is comprised of many tissues, including fat, bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, organs and also plenty of water. Healthy body composition is determined […]
Protein powders can provide an excellent source of protein in our diets. If you are a conscious eater attempting to balance healthy carbs, proteins and fats at each meal, you are probably aware that finding lean sources of protein can sometimes be challenging. This is especially true if you are a vegan, a vegetarian or […]
Ingredients: frozen peas 1/2 cup to 1 cup greens – chopped baby arugula and baby spinach – two 5 oz (142 g) boxes one package of green pea shoots – chopped sweet onion – chopped fine, as much as you prefer 1 cucumber chopped up small pieces thinly sliced peaches (these are SO tasty right […]
Rule #1: Spoil Your Dinner Remember the plant from Little Shop of Horrors, with its demands to “Feed me”? The hormone ghrelin is your body’s version of Audrey II, only it gets your attention with stomach growls instead of musical numbers. Once you’ve started eating, it takes about 30 minutes for ghrelin levels to fall […]
(adapted from Food and Drink Magazine Summer 2021) Cranberry Jam 2 cups (375 mL) frozen cranberries¼-1/2 cup coconut sugar (even slightly less than ½ cup was still tart)1/3 cup of orange juice Burger 2 tsp (10 mL) olive oil1/2 sweet onion, finely diced, about 1/2 cup (125 mL) -can also use red onion1/2 tsp (2 […]
As the weather heats up we need a refreshing drink. This is a delicious hydrator! 1 cup water3 cups coconut water1/4 cup chia seeds1/2 cup frozen raspberries2 tbsp. lemon juice -Stir water & chia seeds together and let sit for 10 minutes to thicken-Add chia mixture, coconut water, raspberries and lemon juice to a blender […]
Indoor gyms may still be closed in Ontario but you don’t need anything fancy for this exercise prescription. In fact just getting outdoors with a pair of running shoes and water bottle is enough! The effects of exercise on your hormones and your weight will vary depending on the type of activities you choose (e.g., […]
