Today, I’m excited to introduce you to team member Cindy Solkin. She’s a holistic nutritionist, Pilates instructor and personal life coach. She works with clients who have a variety of health issues, with special experience in inflammatory issues, auto-immune conditions, allergies, weight management, hormonal imbalances, … [Read more...]
Six Things You Should Know about Rotator Cuff Pain
You’ve heard people talk about their rotator cuff. They have pain, it’s near their shoulder, but the details always seem so vague. What kind of body part is a rotator cuff? And how does it become injured? Here are six things to know to help clear up any rotator cuff confusion you may have: 1) Your rotator cuff is a … [Read more...]
Chris Munn, CEP – Spotlight Interview
Meet BodaHealth team member and Exercise Physiologist, Chris Munn! Chris incorporates movement, prescribed exercises, massage, Yoga, Pilates, therapeutic personal training, and cold laser therapy to treat and prevent a wide variety of health conditions. He also brings mindfulness, meditation, breathing, and education into … [Read more...]
Practitioner Spotlight: Dr. Brit Watters, Naturopathic Doctor
We are so excited to have Dr. Brit Watters on board as a part of the BodaHealth team! Brit is a Naturopathic Doctor (ND) and a graduate of the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster. Read more to learn about Dr. Watters and naturopathic medicine. Dr. Jeda Boughton (JB) – Hi Brit, it’s so great to … [Read more...]
Lettuce Wraps with Homemade Hoisin Sauce
Ingredients for filling: Ground meat or meat substitute Onion, 1 medium, chopped Mushrooms, any variety, chopped Small chunk of peeled & diced ginger root 2-3 cloves of garlic diced/pressed And iceberg, butter or romaine lettuce for wrapping the meat mixture Ingredients for Hoisin sauce: 1/4 … [Read more...]
Zesty Vegetarian Chipotle Chili with Butternut Squash
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil (coconut, butter, olive or grapeseed) 1 medium onion, chopped 1 butternut squash (smaller), peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes 1-2 cups chopped leafy greens (spinach, kale, chard, or brussel sprouts) 1 cup chopped mushrooms 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 1/2 tablespoons chili … [Read more...]
Couscous with Root Vegetables
What is couscous? Many people think that couscous is a grain, but in fact, it is more like a pasta. It is made by rolling semolina durum whole wheat into tiny balls. There are three kinds of couscous, representing three different sizes. Moroccan couscous is the smallest, with the Israeli and Lebanese couscous being … [Read more...]
The Health Benefits of Spinach
If you’re looking for a superfood that’s versatile and tastes good, look no further than spinach. While spinach grows well in fields and gardens almost anywhere, this leafy green vegetable came from the Middle East. Spinach is low in calories and sugar, high in fiber, and is highly nutritious. Here are some reasons why … [Read more...]
Thai Coconut Curry Squash Soup
Ingredients 1 large or 2 small Butternut or kabocha squash, seeded and quartered 2 tablespoons coconut oil or olive oil 1 medium yellow or white onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, pressed or chopped 2 to 3 tablespoons Thai Red Curry paste 2 teaspoons ground coriander 1 large carrot or yam chopped 1 … [Read more...]
Endometriosis
If you’ve been diagnosed with endometriosis, you know very well how rough it can be! It’s not just painful; it’s excruciating, with discomfort that can last for a week or two every month. People don’t really get it, because they tend to think you just have bad menstrual cramps. To make things worse, endometriosis is hard to … [Read more...]
Seed Cycling for Hormone Balance & Fertility
We practitioners of Chinese medicine believe that food is medicine that you eat three or more times a day. This is the theory behind something called seed cycling, a practice to help boost your reproductive health. If you’ve never heard of seed cycling, you’re not alone. However, if you’re looking for a natural way to help … [Read more...]
Vegan Banana Bread
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cup mashed overripe banana (about 3 medium bananas) 2 cups flour* 1 tsp baking soda 3/4 tsp baking powder 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 cup yogurt** 2/3 cup pure maple syrup (or honey) 1/3 cup milk of choice*** 2 tsp pure vanilla extract 1/2 cup organic vegan … [Read more...]
Eight Things You Need to Know About Vitamin D
Vitamin D deficiency is an unknown epidemic. It’s estimated that over a billion people throughout the world are deficient in this important vitamin. Beyond the fact that most people don’t get enough Vitamin D to support their health, here are some other things you should know. Vitamin D is called the sunshine vitamin, … [Read more...]
Lupus
Some people call lupus a disease with 1,000 faces. That’s because lupus is a complicated and multifaceted disease. There are a number of different types of lupus, a wide variety of symptoms, and each person who suffers from it experiences lupus differently. The first thing to know about lupus is that it’s an autoimmune … [Read more...]
Practitioner Spotlight: Jahyun (Jennifer) Kim
Acupuncturist Jennifer Kim comes to BodaHealth with an interesting and diverse background. Read on to learn more about Jennifer’s interesting path and her philosophy on healing. Jeda Boughton: Hi Jennifer, thank you for sitting down with me today! You’ve had such a unique and interesting path to Chinese medicine and … [Read more...]
Acupuncture for Fertility – Commonly Asked Questions
Deciding to become pregnant is an exciting time! However, sometimes conceiving isn’t as easy or simple as it should be. Whether you’re thinking about becoming pregnant, are trying to conceive naturally, or are using the help of Assisted Reproductive Technology, acupuncture can play an important role in that process. Got … [Read more...]
Quinoa Tabbouleh with Pomegranate Seeds
Prep time: approx. 20 mins Servings: 6 Serving size: ¾ cup Ingredients: One cup quinoa (precooked) 1 2/3 cups water (for cooking the quinoa) 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped (other herbs can be added as desired: cilantro, dill, etc) 2 small cucumbers, finely … [Read more...]
Practitioner Spotlight: Yuan Li
Meet BodaHealth team member, Yuan Li! She’s a skilled massage therapist who has helped many patients. Read on to learn a little bit more about Yuan. Jeda Boughton (JB): What conditions are you most excited about treating at BodaHealth? Yuan Li (YL): I always feel happy to see how massage helps relieve my patients’ … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Chuck Roast
Ingredients: 4-6 lb Chuck roast Salt Pepper Thyme (Powder) Fresh Thyme – 2 sprigs (Optional) 6 Carrots cut into large pieces 4 Potatoes (optional) cut into large chunks 12 Mushrooms 1 Medium onion chopped 2 Cloves of garlic cut in halves 2 cups broth (beef, veggie or hot water) 2 TBS red wine Parsley or green … [Read more...]
Our Best Health Tips for the New Year
The beginning of a new year brings with it reflections and motivation. Many people decide that the start of the year is symbolically the time to recommit to their health in a variety of ways. Unfortunately, many people become overzealous with their goals, and find that in a month or two, their good intentions have fallen by … [Read more...]
Easy Herb & Veggie Omelette
Ingredients: 3 eggs 1/4 cup organic grass fed milk (or dairy alternative)* 1 tbsp organic grass-fed butter (or dairy alternative)** 1/4 Bell pepper (chopped) 2 tbsp Green onion (chopped) 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped) 2 tbsp Fresh Dill (chopped) Salt, Black & Cayenne Pepper (to taste) *I find that when it … [Read more...]
Five Health Benefits of Chia Seeds
If all you know about chia seeds is that they’re used to grow a green hair-like coat on terracotta Chia Pets, it may be time to take another look. In addition to growing decorative green fur, chia seeds are packed with nutrients and super healthy to eat. Here are some of the ways that eating chia seeds can improve your … [Read more...]
What to Expect During an Acupuncture Session
Let’s face it, if you’ve never had acupuncture before, it can feel like uncharted territory. Not only are needles involved, but it may be hard to imagine what actually happens during an acupuncture treatment. In order to take a little mystery out of acupuncture, here’s a rundown of what happens when you come to BodaHealth … [Read more...]
Ear Acupuncture – It Works!
Ear acupuncture is a treatment that I use on many of my acupuncture patients for a good reason; it works! Also called auricular acupuncture, ear acupuncture involves the insertion of tiny needles into specific points in your ear to address imbalances and symptoms in different parts of your body. Much like foot reflexology, … [Read more...]
Power Bites
Power bites should only be eaten on your most active days. This recipe packs a lot of calories and energy into a small bite. They are great to take on a hike or as a snack on a day that you might have skipping a meal. They taste great but can take some time to make, so plan ahead. Keep them ready in a container in the … [Read more...]
