by Dr. John Gannage | Apr 9, 2024 | Autism, Blog, Nutrition
April is Autism Awareness Month! Autism affects around 2% of the population (1, 2, 3, 4). Adult diagnosis of autism is more and more prevalent. This means that we can’t raise enough awareness and do enough research to understand autism and support those with autism...
by Dr. John Gannage | Mar 28, 2024 | Blog, General Wellness, Nutrition
Ultra-processed foods are not good for your body. This is probably not shocking news. But how bad are they? A new comprehensive research study suggests that ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing a laundry list of chronic health issues, including...
by Dr. John Gannage | Mar 6, 2024 | Blog, General Wellness, Nutrition
In my last article, I discussed the problems with refined oils and what oils you need to avoid i your kitchen. If you missed this, I recommend that you check that article out here. Now let’s get into the best oils to use in your kitchen. The best oils to use in your...
by Dr. John Gannage | Mar 6, 2024 | Blog, General Wellness, Nutrition
Fortunately, by now, most people know that fat doesn’t make you fat. We don’t need to demonize them. Fats, or rather, healthy fats, are essential for your body. Healthy fats can be found in both animal and non-animal sources, including avocados, avocado oil,...
by Dr. John Gannage | Mar 6, 2024 | Blog, General Wellness, Gluten, Nutrition
Should I go gluten-free? I hear this question all the time at my office. Many are hesitant to remove gluten from their life and give up fluffy bread. But often once they embark on a gluten-free journey, they see their symptoms improve. I’ve been in your shoes. I...
by Dr. John Gannage | Feb 20, 2024 | Blog, General Wellness, Nutrition
Do you eat too much sugar? You are not alone. Most people do. According to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP), the average American adult consumes about 17 tablespoons or about 200 grams of sugar each day (1). Though Canadians are...
by Dr. John Gannage | Nov 29, 2023 | Blog, General Wellness, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition
Are you experiencing chronic symptoms? You may be dealing with food sensitivities or food intolerances. Food sensitivities and food tolerances can lead to digestive issues, chronic inflammation, and chronic symptoms. Symptoms may be delayed, and recognizing food as a...
by Dr. John Gannage | Nov 21, 2023 | Blog, General Wellness, Nutrition
It’s that season again. The time when you are frantically looking for cold and flu remedies. Yep, it’s cold and flu season. Of course, it all starts with a nutrient-dense, immune-supporting diet, quality sleep, regular exercise, stress reduction, and other lifestyle...
by Dr. John Gannage | Oct 5, 2023 | Blog, Nutrition
Lead toxicity is a serious problem in North America, yet, we still don’t talk about it enough. Sure, we’ve all heard about the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, and other specific situations. Chances are, you even know how old pipes or paint may increase the risk of...