Lion’s Mane, scientifically referred to as Hericium erinaceus, is a species of edible medicinal mushroom and one of the most popular herbal supplements currently on the market. I’ve always taken a great interest in the complimentary role of supplementation in enhancing human health, which is why I’m very excited to
When I say that caffeine has captured the hearts and minds of Canadians, I mean it in more ways than one. The vast majority of adults consume caffeine on a daily basis with coffee, tea and soft drinks representing the major sources while energy drinks tend to contribute less to
I originally titled today’s piece Eat More Flavonoid Rich Foods To Live Longer, Better Allow me to explain why. Flavonoids are family of antioxidants that are, as rated by the Dietary Inflammatory Index [DII], considered among the most potent anti-inflammatory compounds in existence. These makes them instantly intriguing, but recently
An anti-inflammatory dietary pattern may help with depression and mental health. Why? Well, it may be related to the fact that emerging evidence suggests that inflammation of the brain cells (neuroinflammation) may indeed be a major driver of depression and other mental health concerns. Building on yesterday’s introductory post on
Anxiety disorders are a family of conditions often referred to simply as “anxiety” which represent the most prevalent mental health condition globally. Anxiety impacts more people than depression does, and is more common in females than males with over 275 million total global cases. Various medications used to help treat
The use of antidepressant medication in Canada has increased significantly since the 1990s, with usage rates of over 5% making them among the most frequently prescribed medications in our country. This speaks, in part, to the mental health challenges we all face. Challenges only worsened by the recent pandemic, which
Migraine is a neurological condition that has been estimated to affect over a billion people globally. In today’s blog post, curated by my Kaleigraphy writing intern Kathryn Durston, we explore some of the dietary strategies that could help mitigate either the onset or symptoms of migraine. If you haven’t already,
Ashwagandha, also referred to as Withania somnifera, is a plant species that is perhaps best known for its use as herbal remedy in Ayuverdic medicine. In addition to its rich history and traditional usage, Ashwaganda supplements are obviously also generating a great deal of interest in the public and scientific
Today represents the first in a multi-part exploration of the connection between diet, supplementation and migraine. Before we get to the good stuff I must note that today’s article is the direct result of the work of my research assistant Huda Fareed (research) and my Kaleigraphy writing intern Kat Durtson
Today’s post is much more than just an acknowledgement of Mental Health Awareness Month, which in and of itself is massively important. It’s an acknowledgement of the massive spike in anxiety and depression in Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s an acknowledgement of some of my own personal and professional
