Alene Falomo

Integrative and Naturopathic Health Clinic of Mississauga

Vitamin B12: Are You Getting Enough?

By Alene Falomo / November 2, 2021 / Comments Off on Vitamin B12: Are You Getting Enough?

Vitamin B12 deficiency is much more common than most health care practitioners and the general public realize. Data from the 3000 people that participated in the [Tufts University Framingham Offspring Study](http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2000/000802.htm) suggest that 40% of individuals between the ages of 26 and 83 have plasma (blood) B12 levels in the low normal range, 9% had…

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Naturopathic Care, Fertility and Pregnancy

By Alene Falomo / October 16, 2021 / Comments Off on Naturopathic Care, Fertility and Pregnancy

In practice, I am often asked if I treat pregnant women and if naturopathic care is beneficial in pregnancy. The short answer to the above questions is “yes”. The long answer about how naturopathic medicine can benefit your health during pregnancy follows below. Naturopathic care for women planning pregnancies begins as a part of pre-conception…

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Children’s Digestion

By Alene Falomo / September 20, 2021 / Comments Off on Children’s Digestion

Children may regularly experience digestive disturbances including constipation, diarrhea, and stomach aches. These digestive issues may be due to a number of causative factors. Ensuring adequate hydration is key in preventing constipation. Water is an essential component to a child’s overall digestive health. Healthful nutritional choices are also key in maintaining a healthful digestive tract.…

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Protecting Yourself from the Sun!

By Alene Falomo / July 4, 2021 / Comments Off on Protecting Yourself from the Sun!

Many people believe that a tan will protect their skin from the harmful rays of the sun when in fact, a tan is a sign of sun damage. UV ray exposure doesn’t just occur from spending time outdoors on a sunny day. When you are walking to your car, driving to work, or sitting near…

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Do You Have a Picky Eater in Your Family?

By Alene Falomo / June 4, 2021 / Comments Off on Do You Have a Picky Eater in Your Family?

Here are a few ideas for helping your child transition to a healthier diet:Involve your child. Children of all ages can help with menu planning and meal preparation. Children who feel they have had a part preparing the meal will be more likely to eat it. In fact, that is how my daughter started eating…

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Debunking the Myth that Hormones are BAD!

By Alene Falomo / May 7, 2021 / Comments Off on Debunking the Myth that Hormones are BAD!

Hormonal fluctuations and imbalances can cause us to feel unwell. The 2 key female hormones are estrogen and progesterone. Health conditions associated with estrogen imbalance include fibrocystic breasts, PMS, breast cancer, uterine cancer, endometriosis, fibroids and infertility. Estrogen production occurs in various areas of our body. The primary source of estrogen formation is the ovaries.…

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The Thyroid Gland and Your Health

By Alene Falomo / April 5, 2021 / Comments Off on The Thyroid Gland and Your Health

The thyroid gland is a butterfly shaped gland located at the front of the neck. It is a gland that mainly affects metabolism regulation, but also plays a role in brain development, breathing, heart and nervous system functions, body temperature, skin dryness, weight, and menstrual cycles. The thyroid gland produces two main hormones T4 (thyroxine)…

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Quinoa: An Ancient Super Seed

By Alene Falomo / March 7, 2021 / Comments Off on Quinoa: An Ancient Super Seed

Nutritionally, quinoa might be considered a super grain, although it is not really a grain, but the seed of a leafy plant that is distantly related to spinach. Quinoa is rich in protein, and unlike other grains, is not missing the amino acid lysine, so the protein is more complete, making it an excellent source…

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Fish Oils: The Essential Nutrients

By Alene Falomo / February 13, 2021 / Comments Off on Fish Oils: The Essential Nutrients

Fish oils are known as essential fatty acids (EFA’s). They are called essential fats because as humans, we are unable to make them. We need to obtain these EFA’s through diet and supplements:Numerous scientific studies suggest that omega 3 oils may provide some benefits to a wide range of diseases including: Reduce pain and inflammation…

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Natural Heart Health

By Alene Falomo / January 30, 2021 / Comments Off on Natural Heart Health

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in Canadians. There are numerous lifestyle strategies one can follow to benefit heart health.  Consumption of nutritious foods is important in maintaining optimal cardiovascular health. This means plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, legumes, raw nuts and seeds, and whole grains. A high fiber diet is important in maintaining lower…

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