Detox
Last chance: whole body detox 2013
18/Mar/13 10:21 AM
by Kate Whimster, BCom, MIFHI, ND
Only 1 WEEK LEFT to register for my Whole Body Detox Program at either Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health and Kew Beach Naturopathic Clinic - scroll down to find out how!
Here are just a few results experienced by participants last year:
The program includes:
You know what’s great about my Whole Body Detox Group Program? Not only do you get the personalized support from a naturopathic doctor (me!) during your one-on-one visits, but each week we dive into a different detox topic, including some you may never have thought of.
I have an amazing group of guest speakers that are coming along for the ride and bringing their knowledge and support with them! Check out this year’s topics:
Week 1:
Did you know that detoxification can help with:
1. Safe detox. As a Naturopathic Doctor, I am the expert in natural therapies, including how to detoxify your body in a healthy, safe, and effective way for long-term success. Your unique needs will be taken into account and addressed in your individualized program and I monitor you along the way to ensure you are safe.
2. Supported detox, both from me during our one-on-one sessions and from our amazing group of detoxers that meet for our group sessions each week. We are here to help you achieve your goals, answer your questions, and keep you motivated! Try getting that from a box at the health food store!
3. Personalized detox to YOU, based on YOUR goals and health concerns. You will receive a personalized detox protocol and specific suggestions to help you achieve YOUR goals and nobody else’s. This is NOT a one-size-fits-all detox kit.
4. Whole body detox, meaning this is not just a “bowel cleanse” (aka diarrhea!), a “liver detox” (which may also give you diarrhea and can make you feel worse than when you started), or a “fast” (aka starvation and misery). I take a total body approach to improving the function of ALL your major detoxification organs, and that includes digestion, liver, kidneys, lungs, skin, lymph, and that all important detox depot, STRESS.
5. Empowering detox. I teach you how to care for your body better so you can feel better! This program includes loads of learning, including stimulating group sessions, captivating guest speakers, and lots of hand-on, participatory learning that is fun and informative!
6. Fun detox! This is not a bootcamp, it’s meant to be fun! Fasten your seatbelts for interactive sessions, lively discussion, and a forum for any and all your questions (embarrassing or not). Bring your spouse, friends, family along with you on your journey!
How much?
The regular price for this program would be over $730 for new patients and over $650 for existing patients.
I am offering this package for $477+HST for new patients and $397+HST for existing patients, a savings of over $250! Package is to be pre-paid on the first visit and naturopathic visits are eligible for extended health benefits coverage (check with your insurance provider for coverage details) and individual receipts will be provided after each visit.
This is an amazing price for a complete, personalized, supported, and supervised detox program!
When and Where?
I’m running the program at both my convenient practice locations! Register by Monday, March 25th and have your first visit in the package before Saturday, April 6th. Call the clinic location best for you:
Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
73 Warren Road, Suite 102
Phone: 416-792-4400
Group sessions will run Tuesdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 9th through May 7th held at Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
2010 Queen St. East, 2nd floor
Phone: 416-690-6168
Group sessions Thursdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 11th through May 9th held at Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
Do you want to feel vibrant and healthy?
Do you want to be empowered to care for your health?
Do you want to make your health and wellbeing a priority?
Only 1 WEEK LEFT to register for my Whole Body Detox Program at either Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health and Kew Beach Naturopathic Clinic - scroll down to find out how!
- Feel much better and have more energy
- Lost weight, fit into clothes that haven’t fit in years
- Made self-care a priority
- Learned much more about nutrition and how to make healthy meals
- Made simple habit changes to safeguard health
- Improvement in sleep quality
- Resolved digestive difficulties
- Noticed improvements in skin (and others did too)
The program includes:
- 3 one-on-one naturopathic visits
- 5 fun and interactive group coaching and support sessions
- Detoxification diet program and personalized detox protocol
You know what’s great about my Whole Body Detox Group Program? Not only do you get the personalized support from a naturopathic doctor (me!) during your one-on-one visits, but each week we dive into a different detox topic, including some you may never have thought of.
I have an amazing group of guest speakers that are coming along for the ride and bringing their knowledge and support with them! Check out this year’s topics:
Week 1:
- Group introductions and goals
- Why detox?
- Program overview
- Diet plan discussion and questions
- Demo tracking tools
- Check-in with group, questions, highs and lows
- Delightful drainage to support detox
- Water is wonderful: hydration and hydrotherapy self-care
- Diet tips and tricks
- Guest speaker: Tamara Green from Living Kitchen Wellness
- Check-in with group, questions, highs and lows
- Sound sleep secrets
- Stress busting tips and tricks
- Guided meditation/breathing exercise
- Guest speaker: Adriana Machado at Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
- Guest speaker: Louise Doran, ND at Kew Beach Naturopathic Clinic
- Check-in with group, questions, highs and lows
- Food reintroduction planning
- Exercise is the best medicine
- Integrate exercise into your day
- Guest speaker: Jonas Eyford, DC
- Check-in with group, questions, highs and lows
- Safe skin care
- Lymphatic health and how-to’s
- Review and group feedback
- Guest speaker: Akari Yokokawa, RMT
Did you know that detoxification can help with:
- Weight loss
- Fatigue and lack of mental clarity
- Digestive issues
- Weak immunity and/or frequent infections
- Hormone balance at any age
- Skin conditions
- Allergies
1. Safe detox. As a Naturopathic Doctor, I am the expert in natural therapies, including how to detoxify your body in a healthy, safe, and effective way for long-term success. Your unique needs will be taken into account and addressed in your individualized program and I monitor you along the way to ensure you are safe.
2. Supported detox, both from me during our one-on-one sessions and from our amazing group of detoxers that meet for our group sessions each week. We are here to help you achieve your goals, answer your questions, and keep you motivated! Try getting that from a box at the health food store!
3. Personalized detox to YOU, based on YOUR goals and health concerns. You will receive a personalized detox protocol and specific suggestions to help you achieve YOUR goals and nobody else’s. This is NOT a one-size-fits-all detox kit.
4. Whole body detox, meaning this is not just a “bowel cleanse” (aka diarrhea!), a “liver detox” (which may also give you diarrhea and can make you feel worse than when you started), or a “fast” (aka starvation and misery). I take a total body approach to improving the function of ALL your major detoxification organs, and that includes digestion, liver, kidneys, lungs, skin, lymph, and that all important detox depot, STRESS.
5. Empowering detox. I teach you how to care for your body better so you can feel better! This program includes loads of learning, including stimulating group sessions, captivating guest speakers, and lots of hand-on, participatory learning that is fun and informative!
6. Fun detox! This is not a bootcamp, it’s meant to be fun! Fasten your seatbelts for interactive sessions, lively discussion, and a forum for any and all your questions (embarrassing or not). Bring your spouse, friends, family along with you on your journey!
How much?
The regular price for this program would be over $730 for new patients and over $650 for existing patients.
I am offering this package for $477+HST for new patients and $397+HST for existing patients, a savings of over $250! Package is to be pre-paid on the first visit and naturopathic visits are eligible for extended health benefits coverage (check with your insurance provider for coverage details) and individual receipts will be provided after each visit.
This is an amazing price for a complete, personalized, supported, and supervised detox program!
When and Where?
I’m running the program at both my convenient practice locations! Register by Monday, March 25th and have your first visit in the package before Saturday, April 6th. Call the clinic location best for you:
Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
73 Warren Road, Suite 102
Phone: 416-792-4400
Group sessions will run Tuesdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 9th through May 7th held at Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
2010 Queen St. East, 2nd floor
Phone: 416-690-6168
Group sessions Thursdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 11th through May 9th held at Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
Register now to get on the road to feeling fantastic again!
Space is limited and strictly first come, first served.
Deadline is Monday, March 25th, 2013.
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Whole body detox: then and now
01/Mar/13 04:48 PM
by Kate Whimster, BCom, MIFHI, ND
Please note, as of this writing, I still have a couple of early-bird spots available for this program at Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health! Scroll down to find out how to register!
As you may be aware, I run a Whole Body Detox Group Program each year in the spring. Now that you ARE aware of that, you may be wondering “Kate, how will this year’s program be different from last year?” I’m so glad you asked!
How is it different?
To make the program better than ever, I’ve added or changed several things:
The most important aspects of the program remain the same! This program is:
1. Safe detox. As a Naturopathic Doctor, I am the expert in natural therapies, including how to detoxify your body in a healthy, safe, and effective way for long-term success. Your unique needs will be taken into account and addressed in your individualized program and I monitor you along the way to ensure you are safe.
2. Supported detox, both from me during our one-on-one sessions and from our amazing group of detoxers that meet for our group sessions each week. We are here to help you achieve your goals, answer your questions, and keep you motivated! Try getting that from a box at the health food store!
3. Personalized detox to YOU, based on YOUR goals and health concerns. You will receive a personalized detox protocol and specific suggestions to help you achieve YOUR goals and nobody else’s. This is NOT a one-size-fits-all detox kit.
4. Whole body detox, meaning this is not just a “bowel cleanse” (aka diarrhea!), a “liver detox” (which may also give you diarrhea and can make you feel worse than when you started), or a “fast” (aka starvation and misery). I take a total body approach to improving the function of ALL your major detoxification organs, and that includes digestion, liver, kidneys, lungs, skin, lymph, and that all important detox depot, STRESS.
5. Empowering detox. I teach you how to care for your body better so you can feel better! This program includes loads of learning, including stimulating group sessions, captivating guest speakers, and lots of hand-on, participatory learning that is fun and informative!
6. Fun detox! This is not a bootcamp, it’s meant to be fun! Fasten your seatbelts for interactive sessions, lively discussion, and a forum for any and all your questions (embarrassing or not). Bring your spouse, friends, family along with you on your journey!
And, many of the particular details that worked great last year remain the same, such as the number of naturopathic visits, the number of group sessions, the price, the key topics each week, and the basic structure of the detox diet and protocols.
For full program details, see my blog Naturopathic detox for your whole body! A limited number of spots are available, so register ASAP!
Why would I want to detox?
In our crazy, toxic world, detox is key to long-lasting health and can help in treatment for:
The regular price for this program would be over $730 for new patients and over $650 for existing patients.
I am offering this package for $477+HST for new patients and $397+HST for existing patients, a savings of over $250! In addition, the FIRST 5 PEOPLE to register at each practice location will receive an additional $50 off their package! I still have a couple of early-bird spots at my Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health location, so get moving!
Package is to be pre-paid on the first visit and naturopathic visits are eligible for extended health benefits coverage (check with your insurance provider for coverage details) and individual receipts will be provided after each visit.
This is an amazing price for a complete, personalized, supported, and supervised detox program!
When and Where?
I’m running the program at both my convenient practice locations! Register by Monday, March 25th and have your first visit in the package before Saturday, April 6th. Call the clinic location best for you:
Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
73 Warren Road, Suite 102
Phone: 416-792-4400
Group sessions will run Tuesdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 9th through May 7th held at Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
2010 Queen St. East, 2nd floor
Phone: 416-690-6168
Group sessions Thursdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 11th through May 9th held at Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
Do you want to feel GREAT in 2013?
As you may be aware, I run a Whole Body Detox Group Program each year in the spring. Now that you ARE aware of that, you may be wondering “Kate, how will this year’s program be different from last year?” I’m so glad you asked!
How is it different?
To make the program better than ever, I’ve added or changed several things:
- The detox diet is more structured, more supported, and more effective. As always, we will customize your detox diet based on your needs.
- We will have more amazing guest speakers! In fact, we will have guest speakers for most weeks’ topics and they will come ready to take your detox to the next level.
- Group sessions will be more interactive, with more time for discussions and hands-on learning.
- Compliance and progress will be monitored more comprehensively to ensure you get the most out of your detox.
The most important aspects of the program remain the same! This program is:
1. Safe detox. As a Naturopathic Doctor, I am the expert in natural therapies, including how to detoxify your body in a healthy, safe, and effective way for long-term success. Your unique needs will be taken into account and addressed in your individualized program and I monitor you along the way to ensure you are safe.
2. Supported detox, both from me during our one-on-one sessions and from our amazing group of detoxers that meet for our group sessions each week. We are here to help you achieve your goals, answer your questions, and keep you motivated! Try getting that from a box at the health food store!
3. Personalized detox to YOU, based on YOUR goals and health concerns. You will receive a personalized detox protocol and specific suggestions to help you achieve YOUR goals and nobody else’s. This is NOT a one-size-fits-all detox kit.
4. Whole body detox, meaning this is not just a “bowel cleanse” (aka diarrhea!), a “liver detox” (which may also give you diarrhea and can make you feel worse than when you started), or a “fast” (aka starvation and misery). I take a total body approach to improving the function of ALL your major detoxification organs, and that includes digestion, liver, kidneys, lungs, skin, lymph, and that all important detox depot, STRESS.
5. Empowering detox. I teach you how to care for your body better so you can feel better! This program includes loads of learning, including stimulating group sessions, captivating guest speakers, and lots of hand-on, participatory learning that is fun and informative!
6. Fun detox! This is not a bootcamp, it’s meant to be fun! Fasten your seatbelts for interactive sessions, lively discussion, and a forum for any and all your questions (embarrassing or not). Bring your spouse, friends, family along with you on your journey!
And, many of the particular details that worked great last year remain the same, such as the number of naturopathic visits, the number of group sessions, the price, the key topics each week, and the basic structure of the detox diet and protocols.
For full program details, see my blog Naturopathic detox for your whole body! A limited number of spots are available, so register ASAP!
Why would I want to detox?
In our crazy, toxic world, detox is key to long-lasting health and can help in treatment for:
- Weight loss
- Fatigue and lack of mental clarity
- Digestive “issues” (constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, IBS, bloating, gas, and many more!)
- Poor immunity and/or frequent infections (cold, flu, sinusitis, yeast infections, etc)
- Hormonal balance at any age (PMS, period pain, menopause, fertility, the list goes on…)
- Skin conditions of all sorts (acne, eczema, psoriasis, itchy skin, hives, etc)
- Allergies (yes, these can be reduced and even eliminated!)
The regular price for this program would be over $730 for new patients and over $650 for existing patients.
I am offering this package for $477+HST for new patients and $397+HST for existing patients, a savings of over $250! In addition, the FIRST 5 PEOPLE to register at each practice location will receive an additional $50 off their package! I still have a couple of early-bird spots at my Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health location, so get moving!
Package is to be pre-paid on the first visit and naturopathic visits are eligible for extended health benefits coverage (check with your insurance provider for coverage details) and individual receipts will be provided after each visit.
This is an amazing price for a complete, personalized, supported, and supervised detox program!
When and Where?
I’m running the program at both my convenient practice locations! Register by Monday, March 25th and have your first visit in the package before Saturday, April 6th. Call the clinic location best for you:
Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
73 Warren Road, Suite 102
Phone: 416-792-4400
Group sessions will run Tuesdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 9th through May 7th held at Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
2010 Queen St. East, 2nd floor
Phone: 416-690-6168
Group sessions Thursdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 11th through May 9th held at Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
Register by Monday, March 25th, 2013, spots are limited!
Naturopathic detox for your whole body
22/Feb/13 03:52 PM
by Kate Whimster, BCom, MIFHI, ND
Before I tell you how to get started with that, please note that I am offering the first 5 people to register at each practice location an additional discount on this package - scroll down for the full details.
I’m excited to announce my Whole Body Detox Program is happening again this spring with some amazing improvements! Feeling sluggish, bloated, foggy, and unwell? Great! Well, not great for you right now, but luckily for you, detoxification can help with that, as well as:
Here are just a few reasons the Whole Body Detox Program is fantastic:
1. Safe detox. As a Naturopathic Doctor, I am the expert in natural therapies, including how to detoxify your body in a healthy, safe, and effective way for long-term success. Your unique needs will be taken into account and addressed in your individualized program and I monitor you along the way to ensure you are safe.
2. Supported detox, both from me during our one-on-one sessions and from our amazing group of detoxers that meet for our group sessions each week. We are here to help you achieve your goals, answer your questions, and keep you motivated! Try getting that from a box at the health food store!
3. Personalized detox to YOU, based on YOUR goals and health concerns. You will receive a personalized detox protocol and specific suggestions to help you achieve YOUR goals and nobody else’s. This is NOT a one-size-fits-all detox kit.
4. Whole body detox, meaning this is not just a “bowel cleanse” (aka diarrhea!), a “liver detox” (which may also give you diarrhea and can make you feel worse than when you started), or a “fast” (aka starvation and misery). I take a total body approach to improving the function of ALL your major detoxification organs, and that includes digestion, liver, kidneys, lungs, skin, lymph, and that all important detox depot, STRESS.
5. Empowering detox. I teach you how to care for your body better so you can feel better! This program includes loads of learning, including stimulating group sessions, captivating guest speakers, and lots of hand-on, participatory learning that is fun and informative!
6. Fun detox! This is not a bootcamp, it’s meant to be fun! Fasten your seatbelts for interactive sessions, lively discussion, and a forum for any and all your questions (embarrassing or not). Bring your spouse, friends, family along with you on your journey!
What?
The program includes:
The regular price for this program would be over $730 for new patients and over $650 for existing patients.
I am offering this package for $477+HST for new patients and $397+HST for existing patients, a savings of over $250! In addition, the FIRST 5 PEOPLE to register at each practice location will receive an additional $50 off their package!
Package is to be pre-paid on the first visit and naturopathic visits are eligible for extended health benefits coverage (check with your insurance provider for coverage details) and individual receipts will be provided after each visit.
This is an amazing price for a complete, personalized, supported, and supervised detox program!
When and Where?
I’m running the program at both my convenient practice locations! Register by Monday, March 25th and have your first visit in the package before Saturday, April 6th. Call the clinic location best for you:
Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
73 Warren Road, Suite 102
Phone: 416-792-4400
Group sessions will run Tuesdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 9th through May 7th held at Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
2010 Queen St. East, 2nd floor
Phone: 416-690-6168
Group sessions Thursdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 11th through May 9th held at Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
Do you want to feel GREAT in 2013?
I’m excited to announce my Whole Body Detox Program is happening again this spring with some amazing improvements! Feeling sluggish, bloated, foggy, and unwell? Great! Well, not great for you right now, but luckily for you, detoxification can help with that, as well as:
- Weight loss
- Fatigue and lack of mental clarity
- Digestive “issues” (constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, IBS, bloating, gas, and many more!)
- Poor immunity and/or frequent infections (cold, flu, sinusitis, yeast infections, etc)
- Hormonal balance at any age (PMS, period pain, menopause, fertility, the list goes on…)
- Skin conditions of all sorts (acne, eczema, psoriasis, itchy skin, hives, etc)
- Allergies (yes, these can be reduced and even eliminated!)
Here are just a few reasons the Whole Body Detox Program is fantastic:
1. Safe detox. As a Naturopathic Doctor, I am the expert in natural therapies, including how to detoxify your body in a healthy, safe, and effective way for long-term success. Your unique needs will be taken into account and addressed in your individualized program and I monitor you along the way to ensure you are safe.
2. Supported detox, both from me during our one-on-one sessions and from our amazing group of detoxers that meet for our group sessions each week. We are here to help you achieve your goals, answer your questions, and keep you motivated! Try getting that from a box at the health food store!
3. Personalized detox to YOU, based on YOUR goals and health concerns. You will receive a personalized detox protocol and specific suggestions to help you achieve YOUR goals and nobody else’s. This is NOT a one-size-fits-all detox kit.
4. Whole body detox, meaning this is not just a “bowel cleanse” (aka diarrhea!), a “liver detox” (which may also give you diarrhea and can make you feel worse than when you started), or a “fast” (aka starvation and misery). I take a total body approach to improving the function of ALL your major detoxification organs, and that includes digestion, liver, kidneys, lungs, skin, lymph, and that all important detox depot, STRESS.
5. Empowering detox. I teach you how to care for your body better so you can feel better! This program includes loads of learning, including stimulating group sessions, captivating guest speakers, and lots of hand-on, participatory learning that is fun and informative!
6. Fun detox! This is not a bootcamp, it’s meant to be fun! Fasten your seatbelts for interactive sessions, lively discussion, and a forum for any and all your questions (embarrassing or not). Bring your spouse, friends, family along with you on your journey!
What?
The program includes:
- 3 one-on-one naturopathic visits to assess your health concerns, establish your goals, and track your progress.
- 5 practical and interactive group coaching and support sessions covering all aspects of detoxification (nutrition, elimination organs, stress management, exercise, safe skin care, and lots more)
- Detoxification diet program emphasizing digestive and liver support
- Personalized detox protocol of remedies chosen specifically to address your needs
The regular price for this program would be over $730 for new patients and over $650 for existing patients.
I am offering this package for $477+HST for new patients and $397+HST for existing patients, a savings of over $250! In addition, the FIRST 5 PEOPLE to register at each practice location will receive an additional $50 off their package!
Package is to be pre-paid on the first visit and naturopathic visits are eligible for extended health benefits coverage (check with your insurance provider for coverage details) and individual receipts will be provided after each visit.
This is an amazing price for a complete, personalized, supported, and supervised detox program!
When and Where?
I’m running the program at both my convenient practice locations! Register by Monday, March 25th and have your first visit in the package before Saturday, April 6th. Call the clinic location best for you:
Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
73 Warren Road, Suite 102
Phone: 416-792-4400
Group sessions will run Tuesdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 9th through May 7th held at Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
2010 Queen St. East, 2nd floor
Phone: 416-690-6168
Group sessions Thursdays 7 to 7:45pm, April 11th through May 9th held at Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
Register by Monday, March 25th, 2013, spots are limited!
Introducing naturopathic programs!
21/Oct/12 09:46 AM
by Kate Whimster, BCom, MIFHI, ND
I’m excited to announce I’ve added a new section to this website called “Programs” which highlights some of the conditions I treat often and my approach. While each program has a structure, treatment is customized depending on your unique health concerns and goals.
So far I’ve developed programs for:
I hope to add a few more to this list over the next year or so. Check them out!
I’m excited to announce I’ve added a new section to this website called “Programs” which highlights some of the conditions I treat often and my approach. While each program has a structure, treatment is customized depending on your unique health concerns and goals.
So far I’ve developed programs for:
I hope to add a few more to this list over the next year or so. Check them out!
Total body detox 2012 last chance
04/Apr/12 02:52 PM
by Kate Whimster, BCom, MIFHI, ND
There are still a few spots available at both clinics for my Total Body Detox Spring Program! Register by Friday, April 6th 2012. Call the practice location that best suits you.
The program offers a total body, 360 degree detox that is safe, effective, and supported. Each patient receives a personalized detox protocol as well as a diet program incorporating liver detoxification support. On top of that, each week we provide an educational session on a different aspect of detox!
This is a great opportunity to jump-start your journey to better health or re-motivate you in keeping your health goals for 2012! It’s also a fun program to do with your friends and family!
Detoxification can be part of an overall treatment plan to help you:
Package includes:
1. 3 naturopathic visits
2. 5 group sessions (Tuesdays
Package price:
Register by Friday, April 6th 2012, space is limited. Call the clinic location that best suits you:
Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
73 Warren Road, Suite 102
Phone: 416-792-4400
Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
2010 Queen St. East, 2nd floor
Phone: 416-690-6168
There are still a few spots available at both clinics for my Total Body Detox Spring Program! Register by Friday, April 6th 2012. Call the practice location that best suits you.
The program offers a total body, 360 degree detox that is safe, effective, and supported. Each patient receives a personalized detox protocol as well as a diet program incorporating liver detoxification support. On top of that, each week we provide an educational session on a different aspect of detox!
This is a great opportunity to jump-start your journey to better health or re-motivate you in keeping your health goals for 2012! It’s also a fun program to do with your friends and family!
Detoxification can be part of an overall treatment plan to help you:
- Lose weight
- Improve energy and vitality
- Reduce and prevent seasonal allergies
- Address digestive issues
- Ease hormonal symptoms
- Heal skin issues
- Ease pain and inflammation
Package includes:
1. 3 naturopathic visits
2. 5 group sessions (Tuesdays
- Weekly focus on a different aspect of detox, including digestion, liver and kidney detox, skin health, lymphatic system, exercise, and stress management
- Group sessions Tuesdays 7 to 8pm, April 17 through May 15 held at Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
- Group sessions Thursdays 7 to 8pm, April 19 through May 17 held at Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
- Hypoallergenic protein source plus nutrients to support liver detoxification
- Biotherapeutic drainage remedies chosen specifically to address your health concerns and detox needs
Package price:
- $430 for new patients, $360 for existing patients (savings of 20% off regular price!)
Register by Friday, April 6th 2012, space is limited. Call the clinic location that best suits you:
Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
73 Warren Road, Suite 102
Phone: 416-792-4400
Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
2010 Queen St. East, 2nd floor
Phone: 416-690-6168
Spring detox and allergies talk March 21st
19/Mar/12 10:04 PM
by Kate Whimster, BCom, MIFHI, ND
NOTE: This talk may be cancelled if the Toronto Public Libraries strike continues through Wednesday. Please check the news to see if the library will be open!
I will be giving a free talk as part of my 4 Seasons of Wellness program called Spring: Detox and Allergies on Wednesday, March 21st, 7pm at the Deer Park Library (40 St. Clair Avenue East, Toronto). Call the library at 416-393-7657 to RSVP!
Dreading allergy season? Wondering how to do a healthy detox? Learn about the benefits of detoxification and how detox key to treating and preventing seasonal allergies.
Topics will include:
See my Appearances and Events page for more upcoming dates and topics!
NOTE: This talk may be cancelled if the Toronto Public Libraries strike continues through Wednesday. Please check the news to see if the library will be open!
I will be giving a free talk as part of my 4 Seasons of Wellness program called Spring: Detox and Allergies on Wednesday, March 21st, 7pm at the Deer Park Library (40 St. Clair Avenue East, Toronto). Call the library at 416-393-7657 to RSVP!
Dreading allergy season? Wondering how to do a healthy detox? Learn about the benefits of detoxification and how detox key to treating and preventing seasonal allergies.
Topics will include:
- Liver health and detox support
- Tips for healthy detox
- Naturopathic treatment for seasonal allergies
See my Appearances and Events page for more upcoming dates and topics!
Total body detox spring program 2012
07/Mar/12 09:35 AM
by Kate Whimster, BCom, MIFHI, ND
Spring is fast approaching and many people benefit from a cleanse or detox to shake off the winter sluggishness and get well for the warmer weather! With this in mind, I am organizing a spring detox program at both my practice locations!
Symptoms that may indicate the need for detoxification:
Detoxification can be part of an overall treatment plan to help you:
The program is designed to offer a total body, 360 degree detox that is safe, effective, and supported through both individual visits and group sessions. Each patient will receive a personalized detox protocol as well as a diet program incorporating liver detoxification support.
This is a great opportunity to jump-start your journey to better health or re-motivate you in keeping your health goals for 2012! It’s also a fun program to do with your friends and family!
Package includes:
1. 3 individual naturopathic visits
Package price:
Register by Friday, April 6th 2012, space is limited
Call the clinic location that best suits you:
Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
73 Warren Road, Suite 102
Phone: 416-792-4400
Package details:
3 individual naturopathic visits by appointment:
Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
2010 Queen St. East, 2nd floor
Phone: 416-690-6168
Package details:
3 individual naturopathic visits by appointment
Group sessions Thursdays 7 to 8pm, April 19 through May 17 held at Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
Spring is fast approaching and many people benefit from a cleanse or detox to shake off the winter sluggishness and get well for the warmer weather! With this in mind, I am organizing a spring detox program at both my practice locations!
Symptoms that may indicate the need for detoxification:
- Excessively dry or oily skin, or skin itching
- Allergic reactions
- Chronic digestive issues, such as constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, IBS, bloating, and gas
- Chronic fatigue (despite sufficient sleep)
- Chronic pain (not due to injury or overuse)
- Frequent infections
Detoxification can be part of an overall treatment plan to help you:
- Lose weight
- Improve overall energy and vitality
- Reduce and prevent seasonal allergies
- Address digestive issues
- Ease hormonal symptoms
- Heal skin issues
- Ease pain and inflammation
The program is designed to offer a total body, 360 degree detox that is safe, effective, and supported through both individual visits and group sessions. Each patient will receive a personalized detox protocol as well as a diet program incorporating liver detoxification support.
This is a great opportunity to jump-start your journey to better health or re-motivate you in keeping your health goals for 2012! It’s also a fun program to do with your friends and family!
Package includes:
1. 3 individual naturopathic visits
- See below for specifics for each practice location
- Weekly focus on a different aspect of detox, including digestion, liver and kidney detox, skin health, lymphatic system, exercise, and stress management (mental/emotional detox)
- Coaching, support, and discussion for entire program duration
- Hypoallergenic protein source plus nutrients to support liver detoxification
- Biotherapeutic drainage remedies chosen specifically to address your health concerns and detox needs
Package price:
- $430 for new patients, $360 for existing patients (savings of 20% off regular price!)
- This is an amazing price for a complete, personalized, supported, and supervised detox program!
Register by Friday, April 6th 2012, space is limited
Call the clinic location that best suits you:
Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health
73 Warren Road, Suite 102
Phone: 416-792-4400
Package details:
3 individual naturopathic visits by appointment:
- New patients: initial visit (90 minutes) and two follow-up visits (45 and 30 minutes)
- Existing patients: three follow-up visits (two 45 and one 30 minutes)
Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
2010 Queen St. East, 2nd floor
Phone: 416-690-6168
Package details:
3 individual naturopathic visits by appointment
- New patients: initial visit (90 minutes) and two follow-up visits (30 minutes)
- Existing patients: three follow-up visits (one 45 and two 30 minutes)
Group sessions Thursdays 7 to 8pm, April 19 through May 17 held at Kew Beach Natural Health Clinic
Yoga for detox
15/Jul/11 01:26 PM
Total body detox article
27/Jun/11 02:29 PM
by Kate Whimster, BCom, MIFHI, ND
Check out my article on Total Body Detox online now at Women’s Post!
Check out my article on Total Body Detox online now at Women’s Post!
Safe sunscreen
11/Jun/11 06:24 PM
Guest post by Annie Salsberg, ND
Even before I became a Naturopath, I was concerned about chemicals in our environment. I remember borrowing some skin cream from a friend while in university and seeing the ingredient list full of words that I had never heard and with names that I could not pronounce. It did not seem right that we should smear gobs of chemical-laden product onto our skin. People seem to get very uptight and concerned when we talk about ingesting (eating) or inhaling (breathing) toxic compounds, but many don’t even seem to bat an eye when we mention the risks associated with trans-dermal (through the skin) absorption of toxins.
With the weather on an up swing, most are (hopefully) reaching for their sunscreen. I thought it might be a great time to review the good, bad and ugly sides of sunscreens!
There are currently two major ‘types’ of sunscreens on the market: 1) chemical sunscreens and 2) mineral sunscreens. Chemical sunscreens penetrate the skin while the latter act as a block to UV rays; mineral sunscreens most commonly contain zinc and/or titanium.
Over the last few years, there has been increasing concern over some of the ingredients included in some chemical sunscreens. Oxybenzone and vitamin A derivatives are two ingredients generating the greatest amount of buzz. Oxybenzone (not to be confused with the safer avobenzone) is an ingredient found in almost half of the chemical sunscreens on the market. It is a synthetic estrogen and is absorbed through the skin; as such, it may disrupt hormones. Some scientists have even called for parents to stop using products containing oxybenzone on children due to concerns around toxicity. Vitamin A derivatives, such as retinyl palmitate or retinol, are also quite common in chemical sunscreens. While vitamin A may have some beneficial anti-oxidant properties when used internally or in some night creams/lotions, recent data seems to suggest that it may be photocarcinogenic. That is, it may actually increase the risk of skin cancer on skin when exposed to sunlight!
While the jury may still be out as to an absolute and final verdict on the safety profile of chemical sunscreens, many are already shying away from creams that penetrate. Furthermore, many international agencies have been recommending clothing, hats and shade as primary protection against sunburns and skin cancer, NOT sunscreen.
Currently, it appears as thought mineral sunscreens offer the best safety profile of products on the market. Mineral sunscreens are stable in sunlight and do not appear to penetrate the skin. The Environmental Working Group (www.ewg.org), is a great resource to learn more about the safety profile of many sunscreens. They have recently released their 2011 guide. They also offer a comprehensive database with valuable information on many body care products, including those intended for babies and young children. All of their information is free and easily accessible online.
Stay cool and keep shaded but be sure to enjoy the summer and the sun!
Spring Detox talk May 14th
12/May/11 12:09 PM
by Kate Whimster, BCom, MIFHI, ND
Join me this Saturday, May 14th at 3pm at Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health for a free seminar on the Four Seasons of Wellness: Spring Detox.
Topics:
To reserve your spot, call Mahaya Forest Hill at 416-792-4400 to RSVP. Hope to see you there!
Join me this Saturday, May 14th at 3pm at Mahaya Forest Hill Integrative Health for a free seminar on the Four Seasons of Wellness: Spring Detox.
Topics:
- What are emunctories and why do they matter?
- Four Seasons of Wellness, proactive approach to health program
- Spring health challenges and opportunities
- What is detoxification and why should we detoxify?
- Basic treatment guidelines to support healthy detox
- How to take it to the next level with your naturopathic doctor
To reserve your spot, call Mahaya Forest Hill at 416-792-4400 to RSVP. Hope to see you there!
The importance of detoxification
22/Mar/11 08:27 PM
Guest post by Marisol Teijeiro, ND
About
Marisol is the creator of the president of Ecoqol and the creator of the OJA Compress that can be used for castor oil packs. She is also an expert in the properties of castor oil and its use for naturopathic treatment of inflammation, constipation, immune modulation, and detoxification.
The practice of detoxification
Toxins can be found everywhere in our environment and are a threat to our health. We are surrounded by thousands of man-made chemicals in our food, water and the air. Our bodies work continuously removing these toxins from our system. Over time, they become overwhelmed and are unable to keep up. The overload of toxin build up in our system is either stored in fat cells or travels throughout our system disrupting various functions. This can lead to symptoms such as chronic fatigue, headaches, bloating, constipation, bad breath, and other health issues. Toxins are harmful to our health.
Toxins cause both stress and systemic inflammation to our system that disrupts the delicate balance of our body. To make matters worse the more stressed we are the less our body detoxifies as the energy required for these processes are shunted towards the physiological stress response. Detoxification is a natural therapeutic intervention that is used to rid the body of toxins as it can be the root of our many health issues. Many people think of detoxification as either fasting or living purely on liquids or drinking green gooey juice for a specific period of time. Although some people swear by these detox methods, a variety of other different methods do exist. A person simply needs to find a few practices that resonate with them and fit them into their daily schedule. It is no longer a matter of whether we need to detox, everyone should follow some sort of regular detoxification practice. Many detoxification programs do not address this very important physiological truth - that toxins continuously cause stress and disrupt our system and we should be incorporating a regular detoxification practice on a daily basis.
The first step in adopting detoxification practices in our daily schedule is to select and consume only organic foods. Most people require a minimum of 2-3L of water and/or herbal teas per day to naturally flush toxins from the body. Wherever possible avoid the use of plastic containers; this will decrease your overall toxic load. Stainless steel or glass containers are preferable.
The second step is a regular detoxification practice such as a Castor Oil Pack that consists of organic castor oil and an organic cotton flannel compress applied topically to the liver. This castor oil pack is frequently recommended by naturopathic doctors as a well known health promoting therapy that works on a variety of different levels, such as an anti-inflammatory (1), a balancer of the immune system (2), inducing relaxation, reducing stress, enhancing liver function, and improving bowel movements (3); therefore providing a holistic detox therapy.
An effective detoxification practice should take an approach that balances the entire body’s system; the nervous system - the reduction of stress, the Immune/Lymphatic system - the reduction of inflammation and finally the organs responsible for processing and elimination of toxins: the liver, kidney, gut, lungs and skin. The above strategy will help to bring back the quality of life we deserve and this spring is the best time to start!
References:
1. Vieira C et al. .Effect of ricinoleic acid in acute and subchronic experimental models of inflammation. Mediators Inflamm. 2000;9(5):223-8.
2. Grady H. Immunomodulation through castor oil packs. The Journal of Naturopathic Medicine. Volume 7 Jan 1 1998; 7(1): 84-9
3. An examination of the effect of castor oil packs on constipation in the elderly. Arslan GG, Eşer I.Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2011 Feb;17(1):58-62. Epub 2010 May 18.
Healthy household cleaning
19/Jan/11 09:18 PM
by Kate Whimster, BCom, MIFHI, ND
I am a true believer in living as non-toxic as possible and therefore I seek to make the best choices I can for those things that are within my control (which is a lot!). This includes the substances I put on my body, in my body, and what I bring into my home. Today I’ll share with you my household cleaning choices.
First, I think good cleaning tools can go a long way and reduce your need to buy products, which saves money, conserves water, and minimizes adding wastes to our environment. I use E-Cloths a lot and really love them. I have the Glass and Polishing cloth for windows and mirror which works with just water and I use the General Purpose cloth for everything else. For tougher jobs I use a regular cleaning brush that I’ve had for many years.
My #1 most useful and favourite cleaning product is Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soap! This stuff is really magic and they claim there are 18 uses. I’m not sure what all 18 are, but you can use it for all-purpose cleaning, laundry, dish soap, body wash, shampoo, and even toothpaste to name a few. I use it all over the house to clean surfaces, scrub the tub and toilet, or mop. It comes in lots of great scents and is organic, fair-trade, biodegradable, vegetable based. Apparently this is the top selling brand of soaps in North America! Who knew?
Something I’ve recently come to love is Nature Clean Oxy Stain Remover powder. I use it in the laundry for whitening, brightening, and stain removal, but I have also recently started using it to clean, as it works really well in the shower/tub and the toilet. I mix it with the Dr. Bronner’s soap and scrub the surface, then let it sit for a while before rinsing. This gets things very shiny clean!
Most of the time, these two products are enough for everything, but sometimes I like to use a spray cleaner, especially in the kitchen and bathroom if I’ve been procrastinating and haven’t cleaned in a while... Right now I’m using Parsley Plus spray, which literally has 3 ingredients! I kind of like the odd, parsley-like scent to this product and it works really great!
You may notice I don’t use any sanitizing or specific germ-killing products... For day-to-day life, I think these things are overkill and in fact prevent natural and useful immune “education.” Our bodies are incredibly well-designed to protect us from everyday exposure to pathogens like bacteria, viruses, etc. In fact, regular exposure to these things is incredibly important for our immune systems to develop and function properly. This is especially true for children, who are programmed to get themselves as dirty and grimy as they can! Basic good hygiene (like hand-washing), reducing the unnecessary spread of germs (like sneezing/coughing into your sleeve instead of all over the person next to you), and supporting the immune system (by eating healthy, getting enough rest, and dealing appropriately with illness) works with our body’s natural balance to keep us healthy. Exposure to man-made toxins and pollutants is far more disruptive to health than exposure to normal environmental pathogens!
There are some people who get sick easily/frequently and for those individuals it is important to investigate the causes behind that increased susceptibility (whether it be dietary intolerances, immune imbalance, overwork, energetic imbalance, unusual exposure, etc) and address that in order to solve the problem. This is what naturopathic medicine is all about!
I am a true believer in living as non-toxic as possible and therefore I seek to make the best choices I can for those things that are within my control (which is a lot!). This includes the substances I put on my body, in my body, and what I bring into my home. Today I’ll share with you my household cleaning choices.
First, I think good cleaning tools can go a long way and reduce your need to buy products, which saves money, conserves water, and minimizes adding wastes to our environment. I use E-Cloths a lot and really love them. I have the Glass and Polishing cloth for windows and mirror which works with just water and I use the General Purpose cloth for everything else. For tougher jobs I use a regular cleaning brush that I’ve had for many years.
My #1 most useful and favourite cleaning product is Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soap! This stuff is really magic and they claim there are 18 uses. I’m not sure what all 18 are, but you can use it for all-purpose cleaning, laundry, dish soap, body wash, shampoo, and even toothpaste to name a few. I use it all over the house to clean surfaces, scrub the tub and toilet, or mop. It comes in lots of great scents and is organic, fair-trade, biodegradable, vegetable based. Apparently this is the top selling brand of soaps in North America! Who knew?
Something I’ve recently come to love is Nature Clean Oxy Stain Remover powder. I use it in the laundry for whitening, brightening, and stain removal, but I have also recently started using it to clean, as it works really well in the shower/tub and the toilet. I mix it with the Dr. Bronner’s soap and scrub the surface, then let it sit for a while before rinsing. This gets things very shiny clean!
Most of the time, these two products are enough for everything, but sometimes I like to use a spray cleaner, especially in the kitchen and bathroom if I’ve been procrastinating and haven’t cleaned in a while... Right now I’m using Parsley Plus spray, which literally has 3 ingredients! I kind of like the odd, parsley-like scent to this product and it works really great!
You may notice I don’t use any sanitizing or specific germ-killing products... For day-to-day life, I think these things are overkill and in fact prevent natural and useful immune “education.” Our bodies are incredibly well-designed to protect us from everyday exposure to pathogens like bacteria, viruses, etc. In fact, regular exposure to these things is incredibly important for our immune systems to develop and function properly. This is especially true for children, who are programmed to get themselves as dirty and grimy as they can! Basic good hygiene (like hand-washing), reducing the unnecessary spread of germs (like sneezing/coughing into your sleeve instead of all over the person next to you), and supporting the immune system (by eating healthy, getting enough rest, and dealing appropriately with illness) works with our body’s natural balance to keep us healthy. Exposure to man-made toxins and pollutants is far more disruptive to health than exposure to normal environmental pathogens!
There are some people who get sick easily/frequently and for those individuals it is important to investigate the causes behind that increased susceptibility (whether it be dietary intolerances, immune imbalance, overwork, energetic imbalance, unusual exposure, etc) and address that in order to solve the problem. This is what naturopathic medicine is all about!