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Happy new year! You may not be alone if you’re excited to get 2023 off to a good start by getting into better physical shape. One study found that 48% of people who make new year’s resolutions named “weight loss” as a goal. However, the unfortunate truth is that many of them won’t succeed. Researchers […]
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Every successful journey needs a good map, so your road to good health needs accurate data to ensure you will reach your destination. Think of it this way: you need to know the underlying cause of an issue to determine the most appropriate starting point and course of action. A comprehensive evaluation of your physical […]
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Eat less, exercise more. Is it really that easy? Losing weight and keeping it off is much more complicated than simply following a few one-dimensional diet recommendations. In fact, the concept of calories in and calories out may be the most significant misunderstanding people have about weight. The process of gaining and losing weight is […]
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Let’s chat about your bowel movements. Did you just cringe a bit? Let’s face it, poop isn’t anybody’s favourite topic. But, believe it or not, our bowel movements give us important insights into our health. However, we often overlook these potential warning signs because it can be challenging to talk about them – even at […]
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In recent years, mental health has become more recognized as a real and pressing concern. Thankfully, we are now having more open conversations about how to address psychological challenges. Nevertheless, few people are conscious of the new and thrilling research on the connection between gut health and mental well-being. The connection between your brain and […]
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How’s your gut health? A simple “gut check” is one of the most comprehensive and reliable ways to assess your overall well-being. Growing research shows 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 microbiome consists of the trillions […]
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Building a strong healthy foundation starts with the habits you create daily. Change your habits, change your life. To address the root cause of disease, poor lifestyle and habits, it starts in your daily routine. Today, on the #DrPND blog, we will be sharing 5 ways to start living a healthier lifestyle. You can change […]
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Welcome. We are so glad you’ve found the virtual practice of Alexander Poptodorov, Traditional Naturopath. First, let me introduce myself, I am the Wellness Coordinator for #DrPND. My name is Ashley Poptodorova, and I am the blessed wife to #DrPND. We are so glad you’ve fallen upon our website and practice & we are excited […]
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Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders (ADRD) are a group of conditions that cause mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia. These conditions affect one’s ability to function socially, personally, and professionally. It’s important to recognize that Alzheimer’s disease begins long before the symptoms start, just like many other conditions. There is evidence that simple prevention strategies can reduce the risk of ADRD by as much as 50%.
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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an autoimmune condition in most cases, which will result in multiple triggers chronically stimulating the immune system over a long period of time in multiple ways. In addition, the immune system becomes overloaded in an overwhelmed state, losing its ability to function, which leads to chronic inflammation causing symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and other debilitating symptoms, and anemia.
