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Dr. Margot Lattanzi, ND - Naturopathic Doctor loves herbs, so it is no surprise she keeps per cabinet stocked with the essentials for cold and flu season.
Have a read of her article for the 4 must haves to beat your cold naturally!

Can you guess what they are?
Click the link before for the answers ;)

Beat the Cold + Flu Naturally: 4 Herbs to Always Keep on Hand Its that time of year, folks! Everyone is coughing around you and you are doing your best to avoid those pesky germs. But sometimes the cold wins, and you are f

This month we're all about cold & flu prevention and quick recovery! Check out this weeks article on how sleep really is your superpower, and the top 3 tips to get your sleep on.

https://www.wholeandholistic.com/post/how-to-beat-the-cold-flu-naturally-sleep-is-your-superpower

How to Beat the Cold + Flu, Naturally: Sleep is your Superpower! Sleeping well may sound easier than it sounds. Check out these tips on how to get the quantity and quality you need to bounce back!

Need we say more? Everyone seems to be sick with something this time of year. Don't let that be you! OR learn how to prevent it over the course of the next 4 weeks!
This week Dr. Heather goes into what the difference between a cold and flu is and when it's time to seek treatment. Let us know in the comments what else you'd like to know about the Cold and Flu!

How to Beat the Cold + Flu, Naturally: Cold Vs. Flu Well, it's that time of year. People are sneezing, coughing, achey, and just generally sick with something. So we figured we would bring yo

We aren't all about women's health over here at Whole & Holistic - We want to support all of our men too! For the month of November we are focusing on Mens Health related topics. Have a read of Dr. Margot Lattanzi, ND - Naturopathic Doctor newest article on hair loss.

"While there are multiple types of hair loss, or alopecia, the most common for men is androgenic alopecia (male pattern hair loss). Everyone always claims to be selling the next best cure – so in all this information what do you really need to know?!" - Click below for her answers! Including hormone levels, protein and fat consumption and stress management!

Male Hair Loss – Is There Hope? - Lets Hear it for the Boys! I know hair loss is an important topic for most men over the age of 25. It is becoming more common for individual's hair to both thin and recede. While ther

Shout outs to our favorite men out there! This series is dedicated to your specific health and wellness needs. 🙌

This week I dig a little deeper into the emotional side of men. Depression is a serious and common health concern and much of the signs can often go unrecognized!

Check out our link in the bio for more goodness and stay tuned for the second half of our TLC for our other half ✌️

https://www.wholeandholistic.com/post/let-s-hear-it-for-the-boys-real-men-real-depression

Let's Hear it for the Boys! Real Men, Real Depression. It's easier for men to acknowledge physical symptoms instead of their emotions - a popular perspective attributed by our current society. This is one of th

Let's hear it for the boys! In honour of the upcoming Movember, W&H is doing this series on men's health ♂️ . .
This week we dive into male adult acne and 3 reasons you may still have acne (not related to hygiene) and what to do about it! Check out the link in our bio and stay tuned for more goodness 💜

Here we go, people! This series we are paying some well-deserved attention to Men's Health. The next four weeks we'll be chatting about s***m, hair loss and emotions so stay tuned. This week though, we will be chatting about acne.

Read, like, share and enjoy! ✨💜

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Let’s Hear It For The Boys! 3 Reasons for Adult Male Acne That Isn’t Hygiene-Related & What to Do We talk A LOT about women’s health. Women’s hormones, women’s emotions, women’s skin. Don’t worry guys, we haven’t forgotten about you; in fact there are some t

Do you have headaches or neck pain? Or know someone who does? Dr. Margot Lattanzi, ND - Naturopathic Doctor weights in on how acupuncture can help 🙃☯️

There are many factors that lead to neck pain including posture, sleep position, muscle tension and arthritic changes. Neck pain in turn can lead to many bothersome symptoms such as frequent headaches, numbness and tingling in the arms and loss of range of motion.

Acupuncture has been found to improve intensity of neck pain and quality of life in individuals in as few as six treatments. Another study found acupuncture to have a similar effect on pain and disability when compared to conventional medicine. Acupuncture also has been shown to have minimal side effects.

Continue reading the article at the link below

https://www.wholeandholistic.com/post/acupuncture-in-practice-headache-neck-pain

Acupuncture in Practice: Headache & Neck Pain Kink in your neck? Slept a little funny? Spending too much time on your computer and/or phone? I get it – we’ve all been there before. Neck pain is something I

Hello ladies! This one is for those of you having fertility struggles and how acupuncture can be used alone or along side reproductive technologies (like ) to get you pregnant 🤰 Here is Acupuncture in Practice - Treating Infertility 💪

Acupuncture in Practice: Treating Infertility You’ve probably heard of someone’s friend of a friend’s cousin who had trouble getting pregnant but got pregnant using acupuncture and swear by it…but it’s actu

Hi all! Just a reminder that i’ll be hosting this info packed talk one week from today.

Topics I will cover at this Seminar:
1) What are the four types of PCOS and how to determine which one you are.
2) Which foods can help you best manage your PCOS, according to your PCOS type.
3) Simple and easy tips for making healthy eating possible and fitting it into your busy life.

Spots are limited so please register at this link www.toronto-fertility.com/events so I can be prepared for presence :)

Great to be bringing back all the love and knowledge ❤️

Following up on our Acupuncture in Practice series, I delve into a common root cause for insomnia from a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective.

Learn about insomnia, and how common acupuncture points and foods can help nourish you back into a sound sleep!

Let's see how we can thrive during the day, and rest deeply in the night 😴

Check it out and stay tuned, we're only halfway through! ✌️

https://www.wholeandholistic.com/post/acupuncture-in-practice-insomnia

Acupuncture in Practice: Insomnia Dr. Kung practices in downtown Toronto, focusing on nutritional counseling, hormone imbalance, skin conditions, and cosmetic acupuncture.

WE BACK! ⚡

Happy fall y'all. W&H are back in action, feeling rested and rejuvenated to bring you all the health/wellness goodness again. . .
This series we are focusing on Acupuncture in Practice and my article this week is all about one of my fav topics, STRESS. . .
Check it out (link in bio) to learn 5 acupressure point you can do at home to help relieve stress.

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WE BACK! ✨

Happy fall ya'll. W&H are back in action, feeling rested and rejuvenated to bring you all the health/wellness goodness again.

This series we are focusing on Acupuncture in Practice and my article this week is all about one of my fav topics, STRESS. Because who doesn't?

Check it out, let us know what you think, share the love and give us some inspo for our next series - we want to hear from you! 💜

Acupuncture in Practice: 5 Acupressure Points to Relieve Stress At Home By Dr. Heather Robinson, BA, ND Oh, that hot button word. Stress means something different to every person. Technically stress is simply a change. This means th

new site, who dis? 💅💅💅 It's clean and fresh and it has a search bar to browse all of our amazing articles ✅ link in bio or simply go to www.wholeandholistic.com xx!

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Can you believe we have been at this for over three years (!?) and we have something exciting to share - a fresh new look!

We have updated our website to include a clean simple style with all the same great blog articles, recipes and endless conversation starters. The best part? Our blog now has a search bar ;)

So make a quick click and check it out - search our inventory of amazing informative articles on topics or author of your choice!

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Whole and Holistic l Hom the  Eternal Dreamers.Disclaimer: Any information on this website are for informational purposes only and are not intended to be used in place of professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified health care practitioner with any questions or health concerns you may have. 

There are a few changes you can expect while pregnant 🤰 But one common complaint during pregnancy is heart burn ❤️🔥 ! The pressure on your digestive system becomes more intense as the baby gets bigger...so what can you do to get through you until baby comes?
The answer is in this weeks blog post 😉 will compare your options conventionally vs naturopathically! PS the treatments listed in this post apply to anyone with heart burn, not just pregnant mothers 🙂 Check back later this week for our post! ✅

🌿🌼 SEASONAL ALLERGIES 🌼🌿 Does the sight of fresh flowers & trees make your eyes instantly itchy? finds decreasing your exposure, improving the immune system and focusing on diet are key in decreasing allergy symptoms. For a quick read on her latest article, click the link in bio ✌️

~ SEASONAL ALLERGIES ~
"I often see patients mention seasonal allergies as a condition that they have simply decided to live with– but it doesn’t have to be this way! Working on decreasing exposure, improving the immune system and focusing on the diet is all important and can help decrease symptoms!" Our newest article written by Dr. Margot Lattanzi, ND - Naturopathic Doctor is jam packed with information, and her top 5 focus areas for decreasing seasonal allergies - can you guess what they are??

Allopathic & Naturopathic Treatments – Seasonal Allergies & Hayfever | Whole and Holistic l Hom Let's talk for a minute about my patient Jane. Jane's main concerns focused on digestion, including bloating and constipation. Like most people, she had season

This week we are sharing perspectives on PMS! Yes, with an exclamation, because although it's seen as a nuisance for women, it's actually so helpful!

It's something that conventional medicine has treated with suppression of our natural hormones, so read on to see how all the symptoms of PMS, moodiness, pain, headaches, bloating, etc are actually insightful nuggets of data that provides us naturopaths with the ability to treat things from the root cause.

Sorry fellas, you don't get this monthly health report card, but it nonetheless is super helpful for you to learn about to (who doesn't have awesome women around them?!)

Allopathic vs. Naturopathic Treatments: PMS | Whole and Holistic l Hom This week we continue to bring you an alternate view on common conditions that you may have been treated for conventionally in the past. The goal of this&

What answers have you been given about acne? More importantly, what questions have you been asked about your acne? . .
It's a topic I've covered a couple of times but there is SO MUCH to say. This week on the blog (link in bioooo) I talk about the differences in conventional vs naturopathic treatment. . .
What have you tried? What's worked? What hasn't? 👇share with us below 💜 and ask any questions that will be answered later this week!

What answers have you been given about acne? More importantly, what questions have you been asked about your acne?
This month, W&H compare conventional medical treatments to naturopathic treatments. We talk about how the two can work in harmony, what the differences are and things to consider when tackling your health concerns!

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Allopathic vs. Naturopathic Treatments: ACNE | Whole and Holistic l Hom This series we are taking a look at the differences and similarities in treating various conditions from an allopathic perspective vs. naturopathic perspective

In our final article on "Words You Don't Hear At Your Doctor's", Dr. Margot Lattanzi, ND - Naturopathic Doctor discusses LEAKY GUT.

"..Leaky gut, also known as increased intestinal permeability, is associated with a large number of health concerns including seasonal allergies, autoimmune disorders, autism and depression. The cells in our small intestine are very close together (tight cells junctions) and have an epithelial lining that protects from the passage of toxins, irritants such as large food particles and bacteria/viruses/yeasts from entering into our blood stream..."

To read more, click on the link below!

https://www.wholeandholistic.com/single-post/2019/05/23/Words-You-Don%E2%80%99t-Hear-At-Your-Doctors-Office-Leaky-Gut

Words You Don’t Hear At Your Doctor's Office: Leaky Gut | Whole and Holistic l Hom The term Leaky Gut is becoming more and more common, especially with the growing number of people experiencing digestive concerns and talking about food sensit

Words that you don’t hear at your doctor’s office - ESTROGEN DOMINANCE 🌸
Not a fun feminist movement but actually a common hormone imbalance involved in symptoms and conditions like:
- Heavy periods
- Migraines mid-cycle or pre period
- Sleep Disturbance
- PCOS
- Endometriosis
- Fibroids
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Today’s blog post includes info on why this develops and 3 easy tips on how to treat it naturally 🙌🏻 Share with your friends!
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You are gonna want to read this post if you can identify with any of the following:
- Heavy periods
- Migraine Headaches mid-cycle or pre-bleed
- Breast tenderness
- Irritability/Anxiety
- Sleep Disturbance
- PMS
- PCOS
- Endometriosis
- Fibroids



PS Don't forget to share with your girlfriends :)

Words You Don’t Hear At Your Doctor’s Office: Estrogen Dominance | Whole and Holistic l Hom Words You Don’t Hear in Your Doctors Office: Estrogen DominanceEstrogen Dominance, although sounds like it could be part of a fun feminist movement, is actuall

This week we share the details on what is meant in the world of our microbiome. It's getting talked about more and more, and we wanted you to get the low down on why it can be key to our health, even more so than our DNA!

Read on in this weeks' article!

Words you Don't Hear at your Doctor's Office: Microbiome | Whole and Holistic l Hom Microbiome (micro for "small/ microscopic", and biome referring to a naturally occurring community of bacteria occupying a large habitat ie. the huma

Words your don't hear at your doctor's ✨ . .
T H Y R O I D P A N E L . .
Have you ever had the hunch your thyroid isn't functioning optimally but been told you lab value(s) is normal? . .
This week's article provides some clarity around what's normal and what SHOULD be tested 💜⚡

Hello world! Whole and Holistic has a new topic this month: Words You Don't Hear At Your Doctor's Office and this week is all about the thyroid! If you have suspected your thyroid isn't working optimally, check out this week's article to learn about symptoms and how to properly investigate the health of your thyroid. Enjoy lovelies!

Words You Don’t Hear At Your Doctor’s Office: Thyroid Panel | Whole and Holistic l Hom Naturopathic Doctors (ND's) and Medical Doctors (MD's) have an incredible opportunity to work side by side. This series is focusing on the different perspectiv

Keep your friends close 💜 RESEARCH REEL 🌺 . .
In honour of this month's theme of community, we've found an awesome article for ya'll about how friendships protect the brain. "While there is no cure for dementia or Alzheimer's, studies suggest strong social ties can help ward off the diseases' advance". . .
Check out the link in our bio to read more about how strong friendships can defy dementia!

Join in one week, Sat April 27, in for her third women in wellness with coffee hangout ! Send us a DM to be placed on her email reminder list! Xx

" In terms of our health, having a sense of community can make or break us. In the days of social media, addictions to our phones and netflix, commuting to work and always “hustling”, it can be very easy to feel lonely.. But Dr. Margot, where do I start?? How do I make these changes to my lifestyle?” – the simple answer is find your community for motivation! " - Dr Margot ND

To read more and find out Dr. Margot Lattanzi, ND - Naturopathic Doctor simple steps to find community click on our latest article below

https://www.wholeandholistic.com/single-post/2019/04/17/Coming-Together-Why-we-need-community-now-more-than-ever-how-to-find-it-in-this-day-age

Coming Together: Why we need community now more than ever (& how to find it in this day & age!) | Whole and Holistic l Hom If you’re like me, community wasn’t something you thought much about for most of your life. I was in school for the greater portion of my years, I played a num