Vancouver Acupuncture Article of the Month: Explore Acupuncture this Fall by Brian Kushniruk, Reg. Acupuncturist Harmonize Your Health This Fall with Acupuncture: 10 Reasons Why It’s Your Seasonal Solution As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, Explore Acupuncture this Fall: Explore the immense potential of acupuncture to elevate your fall health and well-being….
Introducing Vancouver Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Heidi Lescanec, to BW: Welcome Dr. Heidi! See letter from Dr. Heidi below Vancouver Naturopathic Medicine Article of the Week Introducing Vancouver Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Heidi Lescanec, to Broadway Wellness: Hi, I am Dr Heidi. I’m excited to join the vibrant team at Broadway Wellness! A bit about me: I’ve…
Unlocking the Benefits of Acupuncture in Summer: A Path to Flourishing Health Vancouver Acupuncture Article of the Month Unlocking the Benefits of Acupuncture in Summer: A Path to Flourishing Health. As we enjoy the warmth of summer, let’s explore the practical benefits of acupuncture during this season. Whether you’re dealing with physical discomforts, seeking mental…
Have you ever been curious about Chinese Medicine? Treating yourself to Acupuncture at Broadway Wellness this winter may be the perfect way to relax you! The goal of Chinese Medicine is to attain harmony with nature. It is important to cultivate an awareness of our natural environment and to begin to understand its effect on…
Broadway Wellness: Article of the Week: Vancouver Acupuncture: German Auricular Acupuncture. German Auricular Acupuncture is a fairly new advancement in the medical field. Developed by French Physician Dr. Paul Nogier in Germany in the 1950’s. He understood that the brain constantly projects information about the health of the body through the ear. This information is…
Vancouver Acupuncture Article of the Week: Acupuncture for Pain Management by Brian Kushnirik, R.AC at Broadway Wellness. From the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), whenever there is pain, there is some sort of a blockage in the system. Whether the blockage is from a physical source (such as trauma or overuse) or whether the…
Brian is a Vancouver Acupuncturist who has practiced since 2002, and recently joined Broadway Wellness. He has studied Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), German Auricular Medicine and Laser Acupuncture Therapy, while he is also a National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) trainer. His combination of TCM, auricular and laser acupuncture approaches allow for the treatment of a…
Fall is undeniably the season of cold and flu. It is a transitional season – not only weather-wise but for most people this can be a time when we change up the school and/or work routines as well. It can be a lot for the body to keep up with. There are a few tips…
Vancouver Naturopath‘s tip of the week: Emotional Eating This week’s post features a guest piece from Broadway Wellness’ own Dr. Krista Moyer:
Naturopath‘s tip of the week: Xenoestrogens This week’s post features a guest piece from Broadway Wellness’ own Dr. Krista Moyer:
Naturopathic Doctor‘s tip of the week: Xenoestrogens This week’s post features a guest piece from Broadway Wellness’ own Dr. Krista Moyer:
Probiotics, prebiotics- they are the talk of the town these days whether you are in your favourite grocery store or in your Vancouver Naturopath‘s clinic. Many may wonder what the fuss is all about- we all have naturally occur bacteria in the gut, what’s the point in adding more?
Vancouver Naturopath Article of the Week: Oil of Oregano No one wants to come down with a cold just in time for the holiday festivities, parties and family get-togethers. That’s why we wanted to take the opportunity to highlight Oil of Oregano and all that it can do for your health!
Naturopath‘s Tip of the Week: Magnesium This weeks post features a guest piece from Broadway Wellness’ own Dr. Krista Moyer: Magnesium is my favourite mineral! It has so many functions in the body, & I find that people are so often showing signs of deficiency. Magnesium is the main mineral used by your adrenal glands. In…
Has your massage therapist ever suggested that you take a bath with a cup or so of Epsom salts following your massage treatment? Ever wondered why? In addition to their effect on sore muscles there is a lot of great uses for Epsom salts!
Everyone has their own way of winding down after a stressful day – reading a book, watching TV, taking a walk….and eating! Stress eating is a term that has become common place. It often comes with connotations of a negative impact on one’s health, but it doesn’t have to be that way! Using food as…
Naturopath’s Tip of the Week: Vitamin D Do you ever notice changes in your health with the arrival of the grey, shorter days? You’re likely not getting enough Vitamin D. As we move through the summer months enjoying the warmth of the direct sunlight, we absorb and store Vitamin D. On average we gain 20,000…
It has been engrained in many of us to head to the closest walk-in when things aren’t feeling quite as they should. What is not yet as conventional is the option to see a Naturopathic Doctor. While a Medical Doctor tends to administer medicines in an effort to cure what ails you (ie. to treat your…
Vancouver Naturopath Article of the Week There’s the produce section and then there is the organic produce section. They include many of the same fruits and vegetables, so which section do you buy from? While the movement to exclude certain pesticides has started across the board (even in farms that are not certified organic) there are…
The topic of migraine headaches is vast. Anyone who suffers from migraines on a regular basis – knows they cannot be summed up in sentences and words. Triggers and underlying causes can be many: hormonal and cyclical shifts; caffeine and alcohol; strong perfumes and odors; foods like baked yeast, strong cheeses, and nuts; changes in…
So, the sun is out and we want to spend as much time outdoors as possible. The warmth and the bright blue sky are what we have been waiting for but we often forget is how strong the sun becomes on days like this. We also forget to protect ourselves adequately from the harmful rays…