Living in today’s world we are constantly being pushed and pulled in many different directions. Whether we are experiencing discomfort on a physical level or emotional pain from the stress we carry, one thing remains certain and that is the need for rest, repair and rebalancing. Bowen Therapy is a wonderful tool to be added [...]
Broccoli Leek Soup Recipe from: A Saucy Kitchen Total Time: 30 mins Ingredients 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil 2 medium (350 g) leeks 4 large cloves (1 tbsp) minced garlic 1 large (450 g) potato 1 large head of broccoli 1 L vegetable stock 1 tsp sea salt (to taste) 1 tbsp lemon juice - [...]
Have you noticed the meteoric rise in allergies, inflammatory diseases and other signs of poor immunity in the past few decades? Our immune systems are designed to protect us from environmental insults and harmful pathogens. But, when it is confused, it can attack itself, giving rise to autoimmune diseases such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus and [...]
Experiencing breast pain and soreness? Does it come and go with your cycles? Are you having breast pain for 2, 5, 7+ days before your period? Is the discomfort affecting exercise or sleep? You’re not alone! This is one of the most common symptoms my patients experience. Why is this happening? Where does it come [...]
All of us at Brio Integrative Health Centre have enjoyed working with Dr. Vanessa Yu for the past 2 years. August 28th 2021, will be her last day working at Brio! She has learned so much working at Brio and has really blossomed as a fantastic Naturopathic physician. We will all miss her sense of [...]
It’s a new day and a fresh start…. Do you feel tired and groggy… or do you feel energized and ready to start the day? If it’s the former… then not to worry! Today we will be looking at 5 easy stretches to kick-start your morning in 5 minutes or less. Benefits [...]
At Brio, we have always held the healing philosophy of treating the Cellular Terrain or the "Soil" of the garden as a primary focus of care. Meaning, when a patient presents with symptoms we take great care and detail to inquire about the patients health history. We are concerned about the symptom(s) but perhaps even MORE, [...]
Have you noticed increased shedding on your hairbrush or floor lately? It may be more pronounced when you’re showering or just a subtle change when you part or do your hair. Alopecia is the partial (hair thinning) or complete (baldness) absence of hair from anywhere on the body where it normally grows; the condition can [...]
Many of us tend to have occupations or sedentary hobbies that have us sitting for prolonged periods while tapping away on keyboards, clicking mice and straining our eyes at computer screens, so why is it when go to stand up, we notice that the backs of our legs feel stiff? What gives? We didn’t go [...]
Hello all! Long time reader, first time poster -- Receptionist Rav here to present to you my first blog post! Before we get started, I will briefly introduce myself. As some of you may know, I am one of the front desk receptionists here at Brio. I have been a part of the Brio team [...]
