Microneedling for Healthy Skin
Microneedling (Collagen Induction Therapy) is a minimally invasive procedure that has been shown to be effective in addressing a range of skin concerns, from fine lines to texture and acne scars.
Immune Support for Fall
Dr. Madison Liscio, ND explores some immune-boosting strategies to help you stay healthy this season and ensure you can enjoy all the activities that fall and winter have to offer.
The Art of Fire Cupping
Fire cupping has been a fundamental component of Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 2,000 years. Used to help balance the flow of Qi and blood in the body, fire cupping may be a great addition to your TCM treatments.
Unravelling the Mystery Around Perimenopause
Dr. Jennifer Mackenzie, ND shares the stages of perimenopause, what symptoms to expect, and when it’s important to seek additional support.
Insulin Resistance: Know the Signs
Dr. Madison Liscio explains the ins and outs of insulin resistance
Traditional Chinese Medicine and Facial Acupuncture: Harnessing Ancient Wisdom for Radiant Skin
Registered Acupuncturist Vanessa Claros outlines the potential benefits of facial acupuncture and what to expect in a treatment at Tandem Clinic. Vanessa offers facial acupuncture treatments, gua sha facial massage and cupping, as well as LED light therapy treatment
Choosing the Right Exfoliant for Your Skin
Exfoliants can help unclog pores, improve skin texture, reduce pigmentation, and leave skin feeling refreshed. But with all the options and noise in the skincare world, knowing which type of exfoliant to choose can feel fairly overwhelming.
LED Therapy : The How and Why of Low-Level Light Therapy
A concise breakdown on how LED therapy works and its many benefits. Written by our registered acupuncturist (R.Ac) Vanessa Claros.
Turning Up the Volume on Hair Loss
Dr. Brittany Laurin, ND breaks down some common causes and treatments for hair loss.
Auricular Acupuncture & NADA Protocol
Vanessa Claros, Registered Acupuncturist, explains more about auricular (ear) acupuncture and the NADA protocol.
3 Major Obstacles to Recovery in Lyme Disease and Tick-borne Illness
A brief review of three of the major obstacles, aside from other infections, that we commonly see in patients with tick borne illness.
6 Misconceptions about Sunscreen: why you should apply it everyday…even in the winter!
Sunscreen is an essential part of any skincare routine, even in the rainy months of fall and winter.
Learn why it matters, what you may have been mistakenly taught about sunscreen usage, and connect with us for recommendations!
T-Cell Testing vs. Antibody Testing for Lyme disease - What’s the difference?
Contrary to popular belief, there is no “best test” for Lyme disease. Because it can be difficult to detect the bacteria (Borrelia burgdorferi) directly, most initial tests rely on measuring the immune response as an indirect indicator of exposure to the bug and consequently infection.
But there are different ways that the immune system can respond to infectious organisms and different ways to measure immune activity against a specific infection.
Lavender Oil used in Anxiety Management
Feeling nervous, anxious, or worried can be a normal response to a dangerous, threatening, or scary event. It’s an adaptive response that protects us from danger, but it can become maladaptive, leaving us feeling anxious all the time, to an extent that impacts our daily lives and quality of life.
Anxiety is the most common mental health problem in Canada, and depending on the individual in question, the symptoms, triggers, and treatment options can vary. We present a case study of lavender oil used anxiety management of a patient.
Lean into Fall - 5 tips from an Acupuncturist
In TCM, each season is associated with one of the 5 elements ( Fire, Earth, Metal, Water, Wood), and a yin and yang organ. The fall is connected to the Lung System in TCM.
There are many tools at our disposal through Chinese Medicine to live in harmony with the seasons, and ultimately support health and longevity. Here are 5 tips to help you align with the fall.
MyLymeData - what “big data” research reveals for patients with chronic Lyme disease
MyLymeData is the largest survey based database to date on patients with clinician diagnosed Lyme disease. The database offers unique insights into the condition and its range of manifestations. Two publications have begun to analyze this data - we'll discuss what this means for people with Chronic Lyme Disease.
Essential Oils for Sleep
Insomnia affects almost everyone at some time in their life, but for many it can affect their waking hours with symptoms like fatigue, trouble concentrating, low mood, and poor memory. For patients with insomnia, I often discuss incorporating inhaled essential oils as part of a sleep hygiene routine.
Beyond Borrelia - co-infections in tick borne illness
Perhaps the most well known consequence of a tick bite is Lyme disease, or infection with Borrelia burgdorferi. This is just one of many bugs that can be transmitted from a tick-bite. We refer to these other bugs as tick borne co-infections.
Blood Orange Creamsicle Smoothie
Blood oranges are a favourite spring/summer treat of mine! They are sweet like oranges but have a subtle almost raspberry like aroma and flavor. Most of us are familiar with the nutritional benefits of oranges such as fiber and vitamin C.... but do you know about anthocyanins?
Getting Your Rear In Gear - During Cancer Treatment
After a cancer diagnosis, it’s common for exercise habits to drop on the daily priorities list. For those experiencing fatigue, pain, anxiety or schedule overwhelm, “exertion” is the last thing a patient may want to think about. However, studies actually show that those who can maintain or improvex their exercise habit.