Nardini Naturopathic

01/20/2026

It’s no secret that there are toxins in our environment – both the external ones from the environment and the internal ones, from inside the body. If we don’t work to remove both kinds, they can build up and create health problems.

It’s the beginning of a new year and an excellent time to consider your health.

Check out my recent article about how to support your organs of detoxification to help them perform their clean-up duties.

https://nardininaturopathictoronto.com/support-your-organs-of-detoxification/

01/13/2026

Seeds are loaded with minerals, antioxidants, healthy fats, and fibre, all of which are critical to your health.

Research suggests that seeds can help with a wide range of health issues, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and chronic inflammation.

Have a look at five of the best seeds to help support a healthy body.

There is nothing seedy about the health-enriching properties of five types of seed: flax, black seed, h**p, sesame and chia. Each of them has their own distinct time-tested benefits for wellness and fighting off diseases the natural and affordable way

01/06/2026

It's been known for a while that exposure to different colours can have a variety of benefits to the psyche. But there may be certain other boons to the body that a rainbow of colours on your plate provides.

Have a look at what the research says about what foods of each colour can do for your health.

There is an old adage that claims we should 'eat the rainbow' to gain optimal health. It turns out that while we should definitely eat the colors of the rainbow, just being exposed to its light can help as well.

12/30/2025

Peppermint is a flavourful, spicy herb that is perfect as a tea. But its properties go beyond its fame as a pleasant hot drink.

Have a look at some of the many health benefits - like improving the digestion, calming the nervous system, and relieving allergy symptoms - that peppermint may provide.

Peppermint has been used as a herbal medicine for thousands of years. Dried leaves found in Egyptian pyramids have been carbon dated back to 1,000 BC. Modern science increasingly confirms the therapeutic potential of this plant for disease prevention and treatment.

12/25/2025

Merry and healthy Christmas!

12/23/2025

You may remember the Christmas story involving gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

Did you know that research shows the last one, myrrh, may act as an anti-inflammatory, heal the skin, and help keep cholesterol at healthy levels? Read on to learn more.

In the Christmas Bible story, the three kings brought the Christ child gold, symbolizing his royalty, frankincense, symbolizing his divinity, and myrrh, foretelling his death. Laboratory research now suggests that one of those gifts, myrrh, may have cholesterol lowering properties in addition to oth...

12/16/2025

In the north, we're in the middle of our shortest days of the year. It can be a stressful part of the calendar as it is, and the cold temperatures and lack of sunshine can really put a damper on things.

The good news is that there is often much we can do to help keep the spirits up during these darker months. Read on to learn about some strategies to stave off the winter blues.

Learn five simple strategies to fight the winter blues or seasonal affective disorder (SAD), regaining the motivation you otherwise lose with less sunlight exposure in the colder months

12/02/2025

Pumpkin spice is a popular blend in beverages, desserts, and other consumable products. But is this mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, clove, and other spices good for your health?

The short answer is yes, for a number of reasons, with the caveat that you should be careful of what your pumpkin spice is mixed with. A pumpkin spice latte loaded with sugar may not amount to much overall health benefit.

Check out this article to learn how these spices may improve your health and how to get the most out of them.

It's that time of year, when "pumpkin spice" becomes ubiquitous for everything from coffee to the candle burning on your bedside table. Let's take a closer look at the warmly aromatic spice blend that has become synonymous with fall

11/25/2025

Many people who need to lose weight will lose a bit, then not be able to get below a still-too-high number. Or, sometimes, they just can't lose any weight period no matter what they do.

It's important to check into contributing factors like blood sugar imbalance and under-active thyroid to find out why the weight is not coming off.

However, if you still need extra help, cumin is a spice that may offer some surprising benefits for those needing to shed some pounds or kilos. Read what the research says about cumin and its effect on cholesterol and weight loss.

Could a few shakes of this yellow powder dissolve stubborn weight and TRIPLE your loss of body fat?

11/18/2025

If you’re experiencing unexplained symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, weight gain, and even headaches, it may be your hormones acting up.

And there’s more to it than the “hormones” we attribute to teenagers and menstrual cycles.

Interested to know what hormones are, how they can influence many seemingly separate aspects of your health, and what many of the naturopathic hormonal support options may be available to you? If so, read my latest article on the subject.

https://nardininaturopathictoronto.com/naturopathic-hormonal-support/

11/11/2025

Whether for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, sweet potato and maple syrup are a tradition at many a holiday table. But they're more than a tasty duo.

Did you know that this pair is teaming with potential health beneifts?

Read on to learn what the research says about this more-than-just pie filling.

Sweet potatoes can be an everyday healthy treat, and adding maple syrup boosts nutrition and flavor. Here's a simple and easy recipe pairing them for a healthy and delicious Thanksgiving side dish.

11/04/2025

This time of year, it's often considered a good idea to eat more seasonal and cooked foods as this may aid your digestion in cold and damp weather.

That doesn't mean that you shouldn't eat any raw foods in the fall and winter. In fact, raw, spicy veggies are packed with nutrients and have warming properties.

A perfect example of these are the microgreens - young greens that are loaded with antioxidants and other nutrients. Read on to find out what these tiny veggies can do for your health.

You may know microgreens as the delicate, colorful garnish on your overpriced and undersized meal at an upscale restaurant. But science says microgreens aren’t just cuter lettuces – they may be more nutritious.