Did you know that being “addicted” to/sensitive to sugar can be the root of multiple health conditions including- Weight gain- Brain fog- Lightheadedness- Anxiety, Depression- Irritability, “Hangry” Sensations- Sleep disturbances- Fatigue- Hormone imbalances (thyroid, insulin, pro...

Ever wondered why you couldn't lose those last few pounds? Or why your body seems to be resistant to loosing weight no matter how much you exercise or cut calories? In this recording, Dr. Yim shares his insights from over 30 years of practicing as a naturopathic physician on how the health of your gut could be the answer to those two questions!!Dr. Yim has reproduced his portion of the Metabolism: Everything You Need to Know seminar shared with Dr. K Holewa. Together they brought a stellar ev...

Fertility is an important topic, especially for couples looking to or trying to get pregnant. In Canada, recent statistics show that 1 in 6 couples experience infertility with the causes being complex and multi layered.We are speaking with Dr. Katarine Holewa, a Naturopathic Physician and Registered Acupuncturist about her approach to infertility. She has a special focus in this area from her prior career as a Registered Nurse in the NICU and post and anti partum care as well as from a naturo...

Why is inflammation good and bad and what makes it so damaging to the brain? Your challenge today is to incorporate five to 10 servings of the foods listed in the chart provided every day with 75% of them coming from veg! Don't do veg? Okay, I get it, some people just don't like veggies. Don't give up on the challenge, get a greens drink, like Greens First that we use at our clinic and use that for topping up your daily challenge!!

One of the most important things you can do for your brain is to drink enough water! Your challenge is to drink at least 2 litres a day!Check your inbox for details on why and go to our group Facebook page to find more details and motivation!

Colon Therapy is an ancient form of therapy for detoxification, constipation, improving gut health and mobility and for gentle rehydration. Meet Lindsay Russell and Chantal David as they discuss some of the amazing results they've seen in their patients and what you can expect when adding colonics to your healthy living protocols! Follow Chantal @naturalnurse on instagram or check both Lindsay and Chantal's training and experience on www.colonicsnanaimo.com. You can also book online...

OVer 28 years of practice Dr. Yim has seen a dramatic increase in the number of patients seeing him for autoimmune disorders. In this episode of Vital Moments he discusses the causes, treatment and describes an amazing success story.Show NotesCauses of Autoimmunity discussed in this episode:1. Toxins2. Gut Health-Leaky Gut3. Stress4. Infections5. Food SensitivitiesWith Autoimmune disorders it is so important for a successful outcome, to treat the whole person. Finding out what the cause of th...

In this episode, Vital Moments takes a closer look at how Dr. Yim and the VitaCare team unravel undiagnosed or treated food sensitivities and food allergies. Dr. Yim discusses getting to the cause of food sensitivities and treating that cause first, not just covering up the symptoms. He shares successful cases, examples of protocols used and how satisfying it is helping his patients get and feel better. If you've listened to part 1 of Food Sensitivities you'll want to hea...

This is part of the bonus materials that participants in the Health and Beauty Summit from the Inside Out receive after the event. It includes the panel discussion with our practitioners: Dr. Megan Yim, Dr. John Yim, Dr. Katarine Holewa and Chantal David speaking on why Health and Beauty is from the Inside out and answering your questions. I thought I would include some of the great questions you asked:I was wondering… If protein is supposed to be our most important macro, with fat being...

-The secret weapon when it comes to immune regulating-Safest way to calm a hyperactive immune system-Boost a weak immunity-What does the low dose in low dose naltrexone mean-Side effects with this therapy-How to access low dose naltrexone

This January at VitaCare Natural Health Clinic we put out a challenge to our staff and practitioners, to work at living their best life ever what could be better than considering a reset of your health, lifestyle and goals. And we are starting with a supplement review, that means going through our cupboards and drawers and getting rid of what we don’t need, what’s outdated, what might have lost potency, seasonal formulas and ones we might not even remember why we bought them in the firs...

It may not be the most popular topic to discuss at the dining room table and it may just illicit a few giggles and blushes, but it is one worth talking about!!According to the Canadian Cancer SocietyIt is estimated that in 2020:26,900 Canadians will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer. This represents 12% of all new cancer cases in 2020.9,700 Canadians will die from colorectal cancer. This represents 12% of all cancer deaths in 2020.14,900 men will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer and 5,30...

Magic of Magnesium!!Magnesium is part of between 300 and 600 functions in body.Forms Dr. Yim talks about and what he uses them for. Here is the list so you can add your own notes.OratateThreonateGlyscinateAspartateTaurateMalateCitrateIn Dr. Yim's formula, he also added B6 for added nerve calming benefits. Dr. Yim's best test for determining Magnesium deficiency: Hair Mineral Analysiswww.vita-care.ca for more info.

Heading back to school in 2020 is not the same as it has been in the past. Not only do we have COVID to consider but also an uptick in the frequency of colds and flus. Dr. Yim shares some insight about using Vitamins A,C,D and the mineral Zinc for supporting and optimizing immunity. For proper dosage for your needs, please see your naturopathic physician.Brought to you by VitaCare Natural Health Clinic250-585-2150

Lack of energy, blood sugar imbalances, low immunity are some of the symptoms of an Adrenal Gland acting up. Dr. Yim talks about adrenals that are hyper or hypo, turned around and just plane tuckered out. The fall out of chronic stress is a taxed adrenal gland, Dr Yim gives practical and understandable information on how they get that way and what you can do to rebuild adrenals that have been overworkedThe body has systems that work together, if one gets out of balance the whole body is impac...

Dr Yim introduces the importance of hormones to overall health. He also talks about what happens when hormones get out of balance and why!Hormone Groups DiscussedReproductiveAdrenalThyroidBlood SugarWhy do they get out of balance? Dr. Yim focuses on three potential areas:ToxicityxenoestrogensNutrient Deficienciesdon't forget to listen to the podcast on Magnesium!StressCheck out our favourite meditation practicesTests MentionedTSHFree T3Free T4CHI Test-if you are interested in learning more ab...

There is magic in magnesium! Just listen to Dr. Yim expound on its many benefits and you will agree. In this podcast Dr. Yim talks about eight different types of magnesium and how they positively impact your health.With 45% of Canadians living with low or deficient levels of magnesium, this is a podcast well worth listening to. Types of Magnesium mentioned in the podcast.CitrateCitramateBisglycinateMalateThreanateChlorideWant to learn more details about how magnesium can help you? Dr. Yim wil...

Part one of a three part series on Women's Health with Dr. Daniela Jesin.In this introduction to Dr. Jesin's series on Women's Hormonal Health she discusses PCOS, a condition that can have myriad symptoms from excess facial hair to dysfunctional reproductive health.She talks about symptoms, a naturopathic perspective on treatment and the tests she prefers to use for getting to the root of the health issue.You can find her at www.vita-care.ca

Many women experience debilitation pelvic pain and painful periods and are made to believe that this is just a "normal" part of being female. Some of these women may be suffering from a condition called Endometriosis, which can take years to get diagnosed. Endometriosis affects approximately 7-10% of women and can cause significant pain and dysfunction. In this podcast Dr. Jesin shares insights from a naturopathic perspective.Most important points:Factors that impact progression of Endometrio...