How to do a Safe and Effective Spring Detox

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Although spring isn't yet officially here, with the sunny skies and warmer temperatures we've been experiencing lately, it feels like it has already arrived!  Spring is one of my favourite times of the year.  Not only does it bring an exciting energy of growth, renewal, and change, but it's also a very important season in regards to our health!  As ...

9 Immune Boosting Foods to Ward off the Cold and Flu

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As the cold and flu season approaches, my patients have started asking more and more about proactive, day-to-day ways they can boost their immune system. Of course, this has been even more of a concern for people this year with COVID-19.  The great news is that there are many ways we can support your immune system, and one of the ...

Ask Dr. Kimberley: How Do I Know If I Have Food Sensitivities?

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Hi Dr. Kimberley, I've been following your blog for years and I've thought about doing an Elimination Diet, but I'm not really sure whether that's the right step for me.  How do I know if I have food sensitivities?  I live a fairly active lifestyle but still find myself feeling exhausted most days. I also experience gut cramping, bloating, diarrhea ...

Habits to Help you Reach your Health Goals while Social Distancing – With Holistic Nutritionist, Katie Valley

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This current global pandemic has dramatically altered how we go about living our day-to-day lives.  Although it’s easy to turn on the news and to feel a sense of loss, there is also tremendous opportunity that can be found for greater self care amidst this time.  Are there health goals you’ve long talked about, but have yet to achieve? If ...

Self Care During Quarantine & the Coronavirus: 15 Practices to Keep You Healthy and Happy

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Turn on the news these past few weeks, and it’s easy to feel a surge of stress and anxiety as we see the latest reports and developments in regards to the coronavirus.  Shops and restaurants are closing, vacations have been cancelled, there is tremendous economic uncertainty, and entire countries are in lockdown to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.  Is ...

10 Unexpected Benefits of Completing an Elimination Diet

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Share this PostToday I'm featuring my fabulous assistant Katie as the author of this blog post.   Katie recently completed an elimination diet, and I'm so grateful for her willingness to provide you with a glimpse into her own health journey!   In this post, she highlights the unexpected benefits she experienced from completing an elimination diet.  Katie also shares how hesitant ...
Nutrient deficiencies that cause fatigue

3 Nutrient Deficiencies To Rule Out If You’re Always Feeling Tired

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Share this PostAs a naturopathic doctor, I help you to identify and address the underlying cause of any symptoms you may be experiencing. If you’re looking to experience more energy, our first step is always to identify WHY you’re tired in the first place! When we gain clarity as to the cause of your low energy, we also gain a ...
Thyroid Hormone Testing Dr. Kimberley O'Brien

Always Tired? Here’s Why You Should Consider Comprehensive Thyroid Hormone Testing

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Share this PostDo you experience symptoms of hypothyroidism, including fatigue, water retention, depression, or constipation, yet upon thyroid hormone testing you’ve been told that your thyroid function is normal? There’s a right and a wrong way to go about thyroid hormone testing, and in this article I’ll be sharing how I approach thyroid health as a naturopathic doctor. Early-stage cases ...
Mindset Shifts Health and Fitness

5 Mindset Shifts to Make Healthy Habits your Natural Choice

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People often look at “healthy living” as a series of sacrifices they need to make in their life instead of identifying what lights them up about feeling good each and every day!   Although we can work together to develop a PERFECT plan to transform your health and boost your energy, it won't be sustainable if we don't also ensure ...