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Bacterial vs fungal acne - how to spot the difference

Fungal acne and bacterial acne are two distinct skin conditions that are often confused due to their similar appearances. It's important to know the difference between the two for a more targeted approach to treatment.

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5 reasons your cold is lasting longer than it should

If your immune system is robust, a cold should generally run it’s course within 3-7 days. Beyond this point, the body should go into remission and recovery, but there are a few reasons symptoms may linger.

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How to properly support your immune system this winter

The cold and flu season is upon us. It always seems to catch everyone by surprise, especially when we get such beautiful sunny autumn days right before the cold hits. It’s important to understand just what our body’s need as we transition into the colder months.

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7 Ways You Can Benefit From Facial Cupping

Facial cupping involves using small suction cups to massage and lift the skin in a gliding motion. This ancient Chinese therapy has been used for centuries and is now gaining popularity in the West as a trending beauty treatment.

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Chinese Medicine tips for transitioning into Autumn

As the days start to get shorter, the temperature cools, and the leaves change colour, it's the perfect time to explore how Chinese Medicine can help with the transition. From reducing stress to supporting the immune system, what can Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) do to ease us through the seasonal change?

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Celebrating International Women’s Day

In my clinical practice, I have the privilege of working with many amazing women – they share their stories, heartbreak, pain, and achievements with me. I am fortunate enough to celebrate women everyday in clinic, in local women-run businesses, with friends, and raising my toddler to be a strong woman.

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What Happens During a Naturopathic Session?

I have to admit, before studying Naturopathy, I don’t think I really understood what the treatment process entailed or just how much science and research was involved. I am now heavily attached to the research component of my work and strongly believe in an evidence-based approach.

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