Author Archives : Dr. Victor Marchione

You ate too much, drank too much, and now you’re left feeling sluggish and not yourself. The holidays can really take a toll on your body, and with an increase of sugar and alcohol consumption, they can almost leave you feeling toxic. This is where detoxing comes in, promising a healthier and refreshed you. Whether ...click here to read more

It can be hard to stay on track during the eating season with Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year’s in short order. November and December can seem like an extended period of bad-habit building. For many of us, exercise and healthy eating quickly fall to the wayside when there are presents to buy and parties ...click here to read more

“You can’t teach an old dog new tricks,” may be right for our pets, but when it comes to seniors, no matter how old you are you still can change your life. Even if you’re in your 60s, 70s, 80s or older, simple changes you can make in less than 10 minutes a day can ...click here to read more

Today, life stress and the general hubbub of modern society can keep us up at night. And for caffeine-fuelled North Americans – with smartphones and tablets at their bedsides – sleeping may even be seen as a waste of time, to the extent that sleep deprivation has become the norm, rather than the exception. Even ...click here to read more

Ever get a scratchy throat or experience swelling? How about a breakout of hives or a bout with brain fog? Some joint pain, too? Well, you just may be sensitive to the very things that you eat. Factors like genetically modified foods (GMOs), gluten, medications and even stress can make your small intestines loosen up ...click here to read more

Dairy is good for your whole body – heart, bones, teeth – and a new study has singled out yogurt from the dairy food group for its ability to lower your risk of type 2 diabetes. I like the tangy flavor and creamy texture of a quality yogurt, and this is a great reason to ...click here to read more

You eat fairly healthy, you exercise and you even get ample amount of sleep most nights. But chances are that you’ve got a daily habit that isn’t doing your body any favors – and you don’t even know it. Are you sitting down for this? Crossing your legs is hurting your heart. More specifically, sitting ...click here to read more

Our joints are an important part of living. They allow us to walk and run, hold and toss objects, and enjoy all of our favorite activities. But when they start to hurt, they can take the joy out of life. It may begin with your knees, the cracking, the stiffness, just getting up from your ...click here to read more