Do It Yourself

Tight Jaw? Pterygoid Release!

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Do you experience a tight jaw? This week, Elisha shows her viewers/readers a musculoskeletal technique that is beneficial for patients suffering from tension in their jaw. This may help with the pain, but may not be the key to solving the problem. Want more information? Book an appointment with Elisha Cook (416-498-9763)to get more information and help with any symptoms you might be experiencing!

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Some of the information provided above may not be appropriate for everyone, please consult with your doctor before trying any of the above. If you are interested in Naturopathic Medicine and wanting a different approach to your health care needs, please book an appointment with Elisha Cook at the RSNC (416-498-9763), and let me help you achieve your health goals.

 

 

Grain (and Gluten) – Free Banana Muffins

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Grain Free Banana MuffinsThe following muffin recipe was created by my sister while she was on the Elimination Diet, and I do have to say, it doesn’t make you miss grains that’s for sure! I use this recipe to create a light snack for work, presentations, or just a snack for at home. This recipe is even great for lunches for the kids. So try it out and let me know what you think!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup nut butter
  • 2 medium sized bananas (The more ripe, the sweeter!)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 tablespoons of raw honey
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • You can also include different toppings, including: coconut flakes, raisins, flax seed,  chocolate chips, cinnamon, and/or anything else you can think of (to be honest I like it without the toppings!).

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Place all ingredients into a blender or food processor. You can also use a stick blender if you have one.
  3. Blend until well mixed.
  4. Pour batter into a greased muffin tin. You can also use a mini muffin tin to make 24 mini muffins.
  5. Add additional toppings of your choice to each muffin and lightly stir into each cup
  6. Cook time: 15 minutes for full size muffins and 10 minutes for mini muffins. Test your muffins by using a toothpick in the middle of the muffin and removing it. If the toothpick is free of any crumbs, then your muffins are done, otherwise continue baking for several minutes longer.
  7. The recipe should yield 12 regular sized muffins or 24 mini – muffins.

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Some of the information provided above may not be appropriate for everyone, please consult with your doctor before trying any of the above. If you are interested in Naturopathic Medicine and wanting a different approach to your health care needs, please book an appointment with Elisha Cook at the RSNC (416-498-9763), and let me help you achieve your health goals.

 

 

 

Stretches for the Office Worker/ Student

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For this week’s blog, I chatted with Katelyn Butler Birmingham about different stretches that one can do if they work at a desk all day. These stretches are great for those who are students, work on a computer a lot, or work at a desk for extended periods of time.

Have you benefitted from reading this blog? Know someone that would benefit as well? Share, Like, Comment, or Tweet this article, and let me know what you think.

Some of the information provided above may not be appropriate for everyone, please consult with your doctor before trying any of the above. If you are interested in Naturopathic Medicine and wanting a different approach to your health care needs, please book an appointment with Elisha Cook at the RSNC (416-498-9763), and let me help you achieve your health goals.

 

Healthy Snack Ideas for Back-to-School

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Lunch box with sandwich,fruit and stationery on pink backgroundIt’s that time of year again! Preparing your child for another year of learning can be challenging with keeping with all of the different trends and requirements. On top of all of this, you need to find healthy snacks that your children will actually eat and that are nut free. Hopefully this will help you with your preparing for healthy snacks and lunches.

  • Fruits and Vegetables
  • Raisins or Craisins
  • Nuts and seeds (within what is allowed at the school)
  • Craisin Bars (or Pumpkin Craisin Bars) – look for the recipe in my blog
  • Mary’s organic crackers and hummus
  • Lara bars – even experimenting and making your own
  • Dried fruit – maybe making your own trail mixes with your child’s favourite dried fruits and seeds
  • Muffins – try to avoid making muffins that are high in sugar or sweets.
  • Kale or Beet Chips

The following tips might help you to be able to create a lunch that your child will eat even though it is healthy

  • Cut fruits and vegetables into fun shapes
  • Use bright coloured fruits and vegetables
  • Allow your child to help you make the lunch – more likely to eat it
  • Have fun with snacks – eg ants on a log
  • Mix it up – expose your child to a variety of different fruits and vegetables or snack in order to keep them from getting bored.

Have you benefitted from reading this blog? Know someone that would benefit as well? Share, Like, Comment, or Tweet this article, and let me know what you think.

Some of the information provided above may not be appropriate for everyone, please consult with your doctor before trying any of the above. If you are interested in Naturopathic Medicine and wanting a different approach to your health care needs, please book an appointment with Elisha Cook at the RSNC (416-498-9763), and let me help you achieve your health goals.