5 Signs of a Healthy Gut
Dr. Victor Chan
by Dr. Chan
2y ago
How’s your gut health? A simple “gut check” is one of the most comprehensive ways to assess your overall well-being. Growing research points to the importance of the microbiome in a wide range of functions, from your immune system, to your weight, to your mental health and more.     The term microbiome refers to the trillions of microorganisms – bacteria, fungi, and other living microorganisms that exist in your gut. It’s a complex world, with hundreds of different kinds of bacteria. Those microorganisms are the foundation of the gut-brain axis, the two-way communication n ..read more
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Why a Good Night’s Sleep is Important and How to Get There
Dr. Victor Chan
by Dr. Chan
2y ago
Why a Good Night’s Sleep is Important and How to Get There “A good laugh and a long sleep are the two best cures for anything.” Irish proverb Here’s an unfortunate irony: We all need a good night of sleep more than ever to effectively cope with the challenges of these often-stressful times. However, research shows that an increasing number of people are experiencing sleep disturbances since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Even in pre-pandemic times, the importance of sleep in maintaining our mental and physical health is often overlooked, and as much as 43% of the population say they do ..read more
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The Gut-Brain Axis And Its Impact On Your Mental Health
Dr. Victor Chan
by Dr. Chan
2y ago
The Gut-Brain Axis and Its Impact on Your Mental Health Recent years have seen a growing awareness of mental health issues, and, thankfully, more open conversations about addressing psychological challenges. However, many people remain unaware of new, exciting research on the connection between gut health and mental health. The connection between your digestive system and your brain can have a profound influence on your mental health, thanks to the complex communication network that exists between the two. The Gut-Brain Axis It may initially seem like a stretch to say your gut health affect ..read more
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Top Tips For Healthy, Hydrated and Glowing Skin
Dr. Victor Chan
by Dr. Chan
2y ago
Top Tips For Healthy, Hydrated and Glowing Skin Healthy, glowing, wrinkle and blemish-free skin is something we take for granted when we’re young, but as we age, retaining that youthful glow becomes more challenging. This is partly the result of the natural aging process, and partly due to accumulated exposure to environmental toxins. Add in stressors like poor diet and gut health, dehydration, UV rays, dry and cold air, and skin becomes noticeably duller and more damaged over time. However, rejuvenating your skin doesn’t have to be expensive or rely on invasive procedures. Below are five s ..read more
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Top 10 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism
Dr. Victor Chan
by Dr. Chan
2y ago
Top 10 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism If weight loss and a healthier lifestyle are at the top of your list of New Year’s resolutions, you’re not alone. Many people start out the new year vowing to drop some pounds – but not all succeed. This may be due to an underfunctioning metabolism – the rate at which we burn calories for energy – which directly correlates to weight gain and loss. The good news is that scientists have made a lot of advancements in our knowledge regarding metabolism, and tapping into those discoveries can put you on the road to success. According to current research, you ..read more
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Heartburn and GERD: Why Conventional Treatments Fall Short
Dr. Victor Chan
by Dr. Chan
2y ago
Heartburn and GERD: Why Conventional Treatments Fall Short Heartburn and GERD can be extremely frustrating to deal with. Both are painful and debilitating, and always carry some anxiety since the symptoms can resemble a cardiac event. To further complicate matters, many traditional “cures” carry their own serious risks to health – and they can actually make things worse! But rest easy. I’ve got your back. Keep reading to learn how to end heartburn and GERD the natural way What Is Heartburn And GERD? Despite its name, heartburn has nothing to do with your heart, but it certainly feels like ..read more
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How to Stay Happy, Healthy and Stress-Free This Holiday Season
Dr. Victor Chan
by Dr. Chan
2y ago
How to Stay Happy, Healthy and Stress-Free This Holiday Season ‘Tis the season for joy, togetherness, and celebration – but also stress. Despite the festive, happy images we are bombarded with in the media, many people find the holidays a difficult time. Financial pressures, loneliness, shorter and darker days are just some of the factors that contribute to a rise in depression and anxiety during the holidays. Plus, this year may be particularly challenging as we continue to wrestle with the stresses of the pandemic. To make matters worse, those negative feelings are often exacerbated by th ..read more
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Your Liver is Vital to Your Health: Here’s How to Protect It
Dr. Victor Chan
by Dr. Chan
2y ago
Your Liver is Vital to Your Health: Here’s How to Protect It Your liver is the largest organ in your body, and it plays a vital role in your overall health. Many people assume liver problems only develop in people with alcohol dependencies, but the incidence of liver problems like nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is rising rapidly, particularly among younger people. Alarmingly, up to 30% of the population in North America and Europe are affected by a fatty liver. It’s important not to neglect your liver health, because it performs many important functions in your body – over 500 bod ..read more
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Mold: What It Is, Why It Happens and How to Deal With It
Dr. Victor Chan
by Dr. Chan
2y ago
What Is Mold? Mold is a type of fungus that thrives in moist conditions, both outside and inside. It is essential to the environment – in the outdoors! – because it breaks down things like dead leaves. Why Is Mold Problematic? Mold is more problematic indoors, where it favours damp, dark places like basements or poorly ventilated bathrooms. It can also grow in wet carpet, on window sills, or in drywall. Even dishwashers and washing machines can harbor mold! And anyone who has ever forgotten to empty a lunchbox or thermos may have had an unpleasant encounter with mold. When mold is growing in ..read more
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Start Now to Maintain Brain Health As You Age
Dr. Victor Chan
by Dr. Chan
2y ago
We tend not to think very much about our brain when we’re young. That might be a bit of a philosophical conundrum (can a brain think about itself?), but it also can carry unfortunate repercussions down the road. It’s important to build a strong foundation of brain health for better aging, both physically and mentally. As we age, the mind-body connection becomes even more pronounced, and our physical health profoundly impacts our mental health – and vice versa. Although it’s often taken for granted, your brain plays a vital role in your quality of life. As the command control center of  ..read more
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