The Best Walks in Calgary: 3 Spots to Check Out ASAP
Looking for a way to explore the beauty of Calgary and experience tons of health benefits? Go for a walk! Here are the top three best walks in Calgary.
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Neurofeedback Changed My Life – Depression Testimonial
After suffering from depression for over 15 years, Ashley felt like she was at the end of her rope. When she decided to give neurofeedback a try, she came to Neurvana Naturopathic Medicine and has been blown away by the changes she’s seen in herself. My name’s Ashley. I am from Red Deer, Alberta originally […]
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The Science Behind Saunas and Our Favourites in the City
Though saunas in Calgary might seem like just another method to unwind and relax after a rough week, science is telling us otherwise. All evidence is pointing to a link between regular sauna baths and a better health-related quality of life. New research discovered that routine sauna bathing can not only reduce your risk of […]
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How to Find Out If You Have Lyme Disease With Testing That Works
Lyme Borellia and other co-infections are master hiders and know exactly how to evade your immune system. Why is this a problem? Hiding is one of the main reasons why it is so difficult to detect the presence of Lyme disease and its co-infections in your body. The infection can hide intracellularly (inside your cells) […]
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The Complexities of Lyme Disease, And How to Find Real Help
You’ve been suffering from multiple symptoms, have been labeled a chronic case and you suspect you may have Lyme disease. You’ve done the research (more than you ever thought you had to), consulted with some experts and you think you found an answer. Finally! You excitedly visit your doctor and explain your Lyme findings, yet […]
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3 “Weird” Symptoms You May Experience After a Concussion
You may have a dozen or more chronic hormonal symptoms, but “crazy” isn’t one of them. Maybe your doctors, friends and even your Google-symptom-searching family have told you that your hormonal symptoms couldn’t possibly be related to your concussion—but you know you’re not crazy (and we know you’re not too). Are you taking medications and/or […]
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Help! I’ve Tried Everything But My Concussion Symptoms Won’t Go Away
Dozens of Google searches, doctor visits, diet changes and emotional rollercoasters—you’ve tried everything you know and you are still symptomatic. You may have even been told that your current symptoms couldn’t possibly be due to the concussion you got months or even years ago. They were supposed to subside after eight weeks. Maybe your symptoms […]
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From Extrovert to Introvert: My Social Life Tanked After I Got a Concussion
If you suffered a concussion or multiple head injuries, you may be experiencing feelings of loneliness and isolation. Not because you want to isolate yourself, but because socializing and interacting with people can quickly turn into uncomfortable sensory overload. So what do you do? You retreat, which is completely understandable. After all, it’s easier to […]
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Symptomatic After a Concussion? These Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Help
Have you suffered from a concussion or multiple head injuries? If you are experiencing chronic symptoms due to concussion, “searching for answers” has likely become as daily a routine as brushing your teeth and putting on pants. Google, books, reputable practitioner websites—you probably have an arsenal of information at your disposal that has helped you […]
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How to Experience Long-Term Recovery From Concussion-Related Memory Issues
Do you have trouble remembering what you did a week ago? Maybe you can’t even remember what you did a few hours ago. Tired of having to write everything down to remember it all? If you’ve had multiple head injuries in the past, you may be experiencing memory problems. Cumulative head injuries affect our memory […]
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What to Do With Your Car Accident-Related Symptoms
Has your health gone downhill after being involved in a car accident? You may not have been diagnosed with a concussion or even hit your head during the accident, but maybe you are not feeling well and you know something’s wrong. Insomnia, gut issues, depression, and other strange symptoms—even though your doctor said you didn’t […]
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Neurofeedback: The Final Stop On Your Path To Concussion Recovery
Botox, chiropractic manipulation, and pain meds? If these sound familiar, you may have tried just about every protocol you know to alleviate your concussion symptoms. But, if you’re reading this article, it’s likely you are still symptomatic. You may have even felt a glimmer of hope with some short-term recovery, but soon after, your symptoms […]
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Traumatic Brain Injury and Post Concussion Syndrome — The Ultimate Guide
Are you looking for the right concussion clinic in Calgary, Alberta but aren’t sure which one is best suited to help you and your unique symptoms? In this resource, we’re going to arm you with deep knowledge about brain injury, concussions and post-concussion syndrome. After going through this resource you will walk away feeling confident […]
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After concussion: Looking deeper into the brain
A concussion or any disruption of the brain can cause issues ranging from mental fatigue and chronic pain to insomnia and hormone imbalances. Other problems can include mental fatigue, anxiety, depression, or issues with focus, memory, attention and mood. Concussion myth #1: A helmet protects against concussion Wearing a helmet helps protect against skull fractures, […]
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