Find or create a job that you're passionate about. That way it never feels like work! This could be some of the worst advice on how to plan your life.    Have you stumbled upon a blog or article that cites something along the lines of following your passion(s)?  Perhaps it was a Facebook meme that encouraged you to follow your dreams. … [Read more...]

Is ice really a panacea for an injured muscle? Or, does it prolong healing and even contribute to possible complications? So, you’ve got an injury, or perhaps just a painful muscle group. Do you grab the ice out of the freezer or should you go for the hot water bottle and tiger balm? Most of us will probably reach for something cold. The medical … [Read more...]

Achilles tendonitis is one of the most frustrating injuries to heal from. Could stretching and rest actually be moving you in the wrong direction? For those of you that have interacted with me in the past few months, I've likely mentioned the grief my right Achilles tendon has been giving me. I've been to see osteopaths, physiotherapists, … [Read more...]

Functional medicine is becoming more and more popular. But what is it exactly? More importantly, can it help your condition? In Functional Medicine, the body is seen as an interconnected whole. You can't treat one system without affecting the others. This whole body or connected approach is foundational to Functional Medicine. Functional … [Read more...]