Nardini Naturopathic

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.

10/28/2025

Probiotics have been studied for some time for their benefits to human health. They've been shown to help digestion, reduce inflammation, and even provide nutrients to our own cells. In fact, without these beneficial bacteria in our guts we could not survive.

Did you know that probiotic bacteria may also help us detoxify harmful chemicals in our bodies? See what the research says about the many nasty toxins these gut bugs may help us get rid of.

Did you know that probiotic bacteria are capable of helping you detoxify the most noxious chemicals known to humankind?

10/21/2025

When we consider how healthy we are, one measure is how often we get sick. Getting frequent colds and flu in the fall and winter months is usually a sign that the body isn’t the healthiest it could be.

A build-up of toxins in the body – from processed foods, unfiltered water, and polluted air – makes it hard for it to perform its normal functions. The body will then go through a detoxification process which can sometimes present with cold or flu symptoms.

It stands to reason that assisting the body to rid itself of these toxins will help it get back to what it does best – staying healthy.

One way to help your body is by ensuring that it has a good supply of antioxidants which help deactivate and remove harmful toxins and their aftereffects.

Have a look at my recent article in which I discuss five of the most important antioxidant nutrients to help keep your body detoxed and healthy, especially during the seasons ahead.

https://nardininaturopathictoronto.com/my-five-top-antioxidant-nutrients/

10/14/2025

Good nutrition might seem like it’s as easy as not eating junk food and having a few vegetables sometimes. But that notion misses a crucial point – it’s not just what you don’t eat that determines the nutritional state of your body but what you do eat.

On top of that, you could have the best diet in the world, but, if your digestion is not great, you may not be getting everything you need out of your food.

Check out my article to learn about some of the most common nutrient deficiencies, what consequences they could have for your body, and how to correct them.

Malnutrition is a state of the body in which essential nutrients are deficient. These nutrients include macronutrients, like protein, fat, and carbohydrate, and micronutrients, such as vitamins and minerals. A common reason for this is insufficient dietary intake. This can be due to many factors, in...

10/07/2025

Black cumin seed, sometimes just called black seed, has shown a lot of promise over the years as a potential treatment for a range of health conditions, including eczema, hair loss, allergies, and asthma.

Rich in antioxidants, black seed may also benefit women by balancing blood sugar metabolism and bone loss associated with aging. Read on to learn what the research has to say on this topic.

Two studies indicate that black seed (nigella sativa) may provide a unique set of benefits to aging women by protecting both against metabolic syndrome and accelerated bone loss.