Alene Falomo

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…

We all have different voices: one that uplifts and one that pulls us down, one that is encouraging and another that is discouraging. All these voices play different roles in shaping our lives. The critical inner voice focuses on what you are doing wrong while the inner nurturing voice brings encouragement. However, some people’s inner…

Have you ever noticed how often you touch your forehead, play with your hair, place your chin into your palms, or rub your hands? These actions are not just random, your nervous system requires them. With regards to other people, touch is 10x stronger than any verbal or emotional cues, and is considered the most…

As the global pandemic continues and COVID-19 case numbers continue to rise, we wanted to outline the steps and processes we are undertaking to keep our patients and team members as safe as possible for “in person” appointments at our clinic. Air Filtration:We have put multiple surgical grade air filters in our clinic. These filters…

It seems like a lifetime ago when we could freely roam about our communities without worries of catching a deadly virus. Life is certainly more unpredictable these days with the COVID-19 pandemic running its course. It used to be that we’d wake up and know fairly well how our day was going to go. We…

It’s completely okay to feel anxious from time-to-time. Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress and often a healthy reaction to emotion. It can happen in children and adults. In most cases, feelings of anxiety come and go, only lasting a short time. Feelings of anxiety can last from a few minutes to a couple…

Your health, safety and wellbeing remain our priority. In keeping with recommendations from public health agencies and our regulatory bodies, we have SUSPENDED all in office patient visits, effective immediately, until further notice. This has not been an easy decision, however, protecting everyone’s health and wellness is key during this time. Naturopathic CareNaturopathic care is…

Changing Your Thoughts in 10 Seconds I am sure we have all experienced the feeling of panic while under pressure, the feeling of not knowing what to say, or how to act. This phenomenon is actually a survival mechanism dating back thousands of years. When we were faced with threats such as bears or lions,…

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also commonly known as the “winter blues”, is a form of depression that comes and goes, in a seasonal pattern. The lack of sunlight in the winter months contributes to symptoms of SAD. Symptoms include fatigue, loss of energy, depression, crying spells, irritability, trouble concentrating, body aches, loss of sex drive,…

Are High Heels Related to Your Back Pain? If you’re among the many you can’t say no to stylish but uncomfortable high heels, I know all about your pain. Just kidding, I’ve never actually worn high heels, BUT I can help explain why you’re feeling back pain after that nice evening out. From an Osteopathic perspective,…