One of the easiest things you can do for your health (aside from drinking plenty of water!) is to eat a protein based breakfast. The traditional idea of breakfast usually consists of cereal, often times with a glass of orange juice on the side. Such breakfasts are extremely high in sugar, simple carbohydrates, food coloring, and various additives. They simply do not provide the body with enough fu

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We here at Bellevue have long praised the healing powers of Weleda's Skin Food...but have you tried it for yourself yet? We thought that perhaps a demonstration of just how powerful this product really is may help. One of our staff members here is an active member of her local gym. One day while doing numerous pull ups she ripped open the calluses on her palms.

After cleaning her wounds

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The recent media reports of lead found in childrens toys has helped shine a light on the toxic effects of heavy metal poisoning. Yet did you know that even a simple trip to the dentist can result in mercury poisoning? Mercury based fillings leach toxic gas into our systems, made worse from the friction of chewing or teeth grinding. Watch this informative video that shows the gas emitted by ... more

In this day and age, many of us have chosen to supplement our diets with various nutritional supplements. Over the years there have been drastic changes to our food production such as the introduction of heavy chemical pesticides and genetically modified foods. Our lifestyles have changed to, adapting to a more high paced and stressful world. Few people know that the stresses of this day ... more

As the end of the year is approaching and most of us are back to work, school, sports, or continuing on with our busy lives, it is easy to forget about maintaining or improving our health.  As the busy months approach, it is amazing how fast stresses in our daily lives can creep up and affect our bodies.  This may include tight muscles, decreased sleep, aches, pains, and mental fatig

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Elderberry has been traditionally used to treat and prevent the cold and flu since ancient Greece. In one study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complimentary Medicine, those taking black elderberry extract saw a reduction in symptoms in just 2 days! Subjects taking the placebo continued to suffer for up to 6 days. Due to its high levels of antioxidants and flavonoids, elderberry boosts ... more

One of the most effective ways we can stop the spread of viruses is to get plenty of rest and stay home to prevent spreading the infection to co-workers or classmates! In addition to adequate rest, do not hesitate to see your Naturopathic Doctor for quality care to help you cope with your symptoms and shorten the duration of your illness! However, the single most powerful way we can all combat the

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"Over the past few years, I had been experiencing a variety of health concerns. Most of the symptoms I had been having seemed so un-related that neither I, nor my medical doctor could relate them to a particular cause. After a long time of living that way, I was encouraged to make an appointment with Dr. Kinnon. From the first visit with her, I felt a renewed sense of hope. She listened to ev

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Using water to help heal conditions has been used for centuries.  In today's busy world, it is often overlooked as a quick, effective, and inexpensive means of treating many conditions!  These days we are being bombarded with information regarding H1N1 flu and how to protect ourselves.  In addition to the flu prevention protocol here at Bellevue Natural Health Clinic, the use of hyd

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As fall looms closer many of us are beginning to think about cold and flu prevention. Before you reach for the ColdFX or schedule that Flu Shot, read further to find out about more natural remedies:

1) Wash your hands. Sounds simple, but it truly is one of the best preventative measures you can take. Stop the spread of germs in its tracks, wash your hands on a regular basis.

2) Take a qu

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Last month SIGG issued a public apology acknowledging that their reusable water bottles were in fact lined with a "trace amount of BPA". The company has now fallen under intense scrutiny by consumers and business alike as they were previously touting the benefits of their "BPA free" liners. Pattagonia recently announced that it will be ending a co-branding partnership they ha

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With the winter season comes the cold and flu season. I think it is safe to say nobody wants to get sick, which is why advertisers inundate us with ads about products claiming to boost the immune system and cure the common cold. Most people, however, do not consider probiotics to be among the long list of cold remedy options, but they should be. Probiotics are one of the easiest, most affo

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As many as one in 100 North Americans have celiac disease. Believe it or not, bloating, gas, diarrhea or constipation, itchy skin, fatigue and frequent headaches are some of the most common complaints seen in people with celiac disease.

Why is celiac disease a concern? Undiagnosed celiac disease can lead to a lifetime of suffering. It can also increase the risk of developing autoimmune disorders of

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