Patient Resources

<p>First of all food sensitivity is not the same as food allergy.  Food allergy involves the immunoglobulin E (IgE).  To determine food allergy that creates various degree of anaphylaxis, check with your family doctor to get a referral to an allergist. Food sensitivity is a milder and more chronic immunological reaction that can have effects throughout [&hellip;]</p>

<p>Menopause is defined as the cessation of ovulation.  Most medical professionals will consider a woman post menopausal if she has not had a menstrual flow for over 1 year.  There are many health conditions associated with being post menopausal.  Some of these conditions include, increased cardiovascular risk, vaginal dryness and irritation, mood alteration, insomnia, and [&hellip;]</p>

<p>One of the most common question I get from new moms is “when should I start my baby on solid foods?”  The short answer is, “it depends.” Health Canada now recommends moms breast feed their children for 6 months prior to starting solids foods.  This is a change from the 4 months recommendation years back.  [&hellip;]</p>