The Cornerstone Blog

Back pain is a common problem here in Canada1. Many causes can contribute to back pain including muscle spasms, strains, herniated discs and arthritis. When Canadians with back pain seek help,...

We have reached mid-January and the beginning of crunch time for a lot of Resolutionists.  Promises made to yourself on the first begin to get tedious and the desire to lose weight, get fit and drop...

A few years ago I decided to take a kettlebell class as a way to change up my fitness routine.  I have to admit they were a little intimidating to me;  big heavy iron balls with a handle.  What I...

I have to confess I’m an ice cream addict.  When the days get hot and humid I crave that soft serve dairy deliciousness.  However, dairy really doesn’t like me.  In fact, dairy hurts.  But my mouth...

The Power of Protein We had a new client call a few weeks ago.  They had been given our standard shake recipes handout and a family member had pointed out how Consumer Reports did an article about...

What are Probiotics? We digest our food through many processes.  Once food reaches the intestines, bacteria assist in breaking down nutrients to a molecular level so our bodies can absorb them. ...

The shoulder is one of the most flexible joints in our entire body. This is due to the fact that it is a ball and socket joint. The head of the arm bone (humerus bone) sits inside the socket of the...

The holiday season is a joyous time but it can also be a time of overindulgence, overspending and overbooking that can leave you with a pretty big hangover in January.  With a little planning you...

Slow Cooked Chicken Tacos It’s that time of year, too much to do and so little time.  This recipe, adapted from the book  Nourishing Meals by Alissa Segersten and Tom Malterre, is a tasty way to get...

Many times I see a shocked look on patients’ faces when I tell them to eat more fat in the form of healthy oils. They are surprised that a Doctor is telling them to eat more fat when for years they...