Chronic sinusitis might not seem like something you should bring up at your naturopath appointment. It’s a frustrating condition, but it often doesn’t seem like much of a red flag for other underlying problems to many patients. What many do not know is that chronic sinusitis is often caused by yeast overgrowth…
Regarding chronic pain, it is generally better to find the root cause of it than reach for prescription drugs for a temporary fix. In the case of lower back pain, the American College of Physicians is now recommending that patients try drug-free options before seeking other solutions. In this article, Dr. Bristow…
For many mothers, breastfeeding can come with a fair bit of challenges and surprises. We often prepare ourselves for labour and have some post-partum support in place, but less commonly are we informed about issues we might encounter when breastfeeding our babies. Clogged milk ducts and even mastitis (inflammation of the breast)…
Running out of the house with a bagel in-hand in the early morning can seem like it’s saving us some time. You can eat in the car no problem, right? Well, it turns out that eating while on the run or in a stressful environment (like at your office desk) can cause…
In this article, Dr. Bristow explains the difference between food allergies and food sensitivity, while exploring how headaches can actually be a result of your body’s reactions to certain foods. If you are stuck in a headache rut and are tired of taking medication to ease the pain, Dr. Bristow has some…
Asthma is a condition that is not always a result of genetics; in fact there are a lot of factors that can cause asthma in both adults and children including exposure to allergens, and outdoor air pollution. In the article below Dr. Bristow focuses on the presentation of asthma in children and…
Constipation causes a lot of discomfort, and can be caused by one or a combination of factors. In the informative article below Dr. Bristow explains the importance of finding the root cause behind your digestive problems, and outlines a few underlying conditions that can cause constipation. Bowel movements tell us so much…
