By age forty, 50% of the Canadian population will have or have had a mental health disorder. (1) Could gluten be part of the problem? It likely won't surprise you to learn that depression is more common among those living with chronic illness. But is the depression a separate illness? Or, is it a symptom of living with chronic illness? And what … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2017
What’s Behind Winter Fatigue
Fewer daylight hours directly affects your energy levels. But the good news is it only takes a few simple changes to get a lot more energy. If you experience winter fatigue, you're not alone. Between 2% & 3% of Canadians suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD is a kind of depression that appears at certain times of the year. It … [Read more...]
What’s The Most Important Skill Needed To Overcome Fatigue?
What if there was one measurable skill that could help you stop being so tired? Well, according to recent research, there is. Some may call it more of a personality trait than a skill. But since it can be developed, I'll refer to it as a skill. Dr. Angela Duckworth is an expert on grit. And grit is likely what will determine your success or … [Read more...]
Can Gluten Cause Hives & Other Skin Rashes?
That skin rash that won't go away - it's entirely possible it is a form of Celiac disease. You may call it hives, a rash, or simply itchy skin, and it does not go away. Steroid creams may help the itchiness but they do not solve the problem. That's because the rash may be Celiac disease in disguise. Known as dermatitis herpetiformis, DH or … [Read more...]