October 4, 2017 By Sarah WhiteNo Comments
Every day we are exposed to toxins through the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. Your body has it’s own natural mechanisms to get rid of these toxins, but after years of continuous exposure your detoxification organs become over burdened and many of these…
September 7, 2017 By Sarah White1 Comment
Stress is inevitable. It gives us energy and provides stamina in emergency situations, it is motivating and stimulating and helps us to keep up with our busy lives. While short-term stress is unavoidable, stress is problematic when it becomes a constant and common occurrence in our day-to-day lives. If you…
August 8, 2017 By Sarah White34 Comments
Acne occurs when the pores on the surface of the skin become blocked with dead skin cells, oil and bacteria (specifically a nasty little bug called propionibacterium acnes). When stress, hormonal changes, poor diet choices, inflammation and other factors cause the glands to produce an excess of sebum the oil…
August 2, 2017 By Sarah White3 Comments
Want clear skin? Quit sugar! Why giving up sugar is the real secret to clear & beautiful skin. While acne may be considered 'normal' in adolescence it can be absolutely devastating when it persists through a person's 20s, 30s and even 40s. For many years our skin docs and the…
December 28, 2016 By Sarah WhiteNo Comments
This seriously cold weather has me embracing the Danish concept of 'hygge' - the art & practice of all things warm and cozy. These are my daily strategies to get comfy, keep toasty and prevent those wintertime blues from creeping in: Sipping on dairy-free hot chocolate (with the occasional splash…
November 1, 2016 By Sarah White1 Comment
Why Conventional Thyroid Treatment Isn't Always Your Best Option: Studies confirm that thyroid symptoms persist despite conventional medical treatments. New studies are finally confirming what I see in my practice on a daily basis: conventional thyroid medications do not work to improve symptoms of hypothyroidism. Despite having normal blood levels…
October 20, 2016 By Sarah White6 Comments
You've likely already heard the adage "true beauty comes from within". While a graceful spirit is the true source of real and powerful beauty, you can further improve your appearance from within through the foods you choose to consume. It's entirely possible to erase years from your face simply by changing your diet - I know this because…
October 20, 2016 By Sarah WhiteNo Comments
My name is Dr. Sarah White - my patients call me Dr. Sarah. I'm a Naturopath practicing in beautiful downtown Oakville, and I'd like to welcome you to my blog: Thanks to Google and social media, we are bombarded with constant ‘noise’ about how to be healthy. It’s becoming more and…