A detox might be just what you need. In fact, detoxes are pretty popular around here, so we’ve decided to do one together. Starting September 22, about 15 people—you could be one of them!—will be following a 10-day detox till October 1.

The detox will include MediClear (which you can purchase from us), a tasty drinkable powder you can make into a smoothie, as well as diet guidelines, recipe suggestions, and answers to the questions you might have. At the end of the 10 days, on October 1, we’ll celebrate our mini renewal with a fun potluck lunch here at the QNC at 1:00pm. Each person is asked to bring whatever they loved eating the most during their detox.

Sound like something you’d like to be a part of? Call or email the office to let us know, or visit us to add your name to the sign-up sheet.

Mostly, the dietary changes require people to eat less or no wheat, dairy, or sugar. In general, this plan is okay for everyone. However, if you don’t suffer from any complaints, a good rule of thumb for prevention is to eat organic where and when possible, and whole, fresh foods.(Think Jamie Oliver!)

These days with our busy schedules, cooking is often set aside in favour of processed foods, or eating out. Eating out can make healthy eating very challenging, but there are a few better options to choose from than. We’ve found at least one restaurant in the area that serves fresh, organic food. There are also vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Daizies is located on 74 King Street West, in Cobourg, and is a clean, bright, and refreshing take on restaurants. Besides meal options, they also carry various smoothies, nice for a pick-me up while touring the pretty town of Cobourg or going to the waterfront nearby.

We’ve eaten at Daizies, and can report that the food was not only delicious, healthy, and well presented but also worth the prices we paid. There’s a great menu to choose from, and everything is prepared with obvious care and served in a timely and friendly manner. There’s even a patio where you can sit outside to enjoy your meal.

Daizies was started by Kim Miller who, upon becoming burnt out and seriously ill, was forced to make dietary and other health-conscious changes of her own. Doing her research led her to a philosophy—basically, you are what you eat— that she discovered she wanted to share with others, along with her love of cooking “and delighting friends and family with delicious meals that not only taste great but also have mind and body benefits.” Miller knows the importance of good-quality, fresh, and organic food, combined with exercise and a balanced outlook.

Check out Daizies’ website for more information, or better yet, decide on a day out to Cobourg and treat yourself to a delicious, guilt-free meal! If you know of other restaurants you’d like to recommend, don’t be shy! Tell us in the comment section below.

Due to Steph’s new part-time venture at Greenley’s Bookstore downtown, Wendy will be working with us as our receptionist on Mondays (11-7) and Wednesdays (9-2). Her warm smile and affable personality will be sure to win you over!

Steph will still be here at the clinic on Tuesdays (9-6), Thursdays (9-6), and Fridays (9-2). You can book or change appointments with either receptionist during office hours.

Welcome, Wendy!

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Janet Riley, RN, is not required to charge HST.

Gretchen Grenke, RPN, will also not be charging HST for her foot care appointments.

Thank you very much for letting us help you become healthy, and for your continued support and trust. We care about each patient’s well-being, and also appreciate your business.

Our naturopathic doctor, Michelle Durkin, is getting hitched this weekend!

As such, she will not be in the office from June 24 to July 4. Dr. Durkin will return to the clinic from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm on Monday, July 5.

Gretchen Grenke, RPN (our foot care nurse), will be practising at the clinic on Friday June 25, but is off July 2.

Janet Riley, RN, (Bowen Therapy, Energy Therapy, EFT) will be practising at the clinic on Thursday, June 24 and Tuesday, June 29.

Steph VanderMeulen, office manager, will be in the office Thurs., June 24 and Tues., June 29. If you think you will require supplements between June 24 and July 4, please try to come before the 24th.

The clinic will be closed, with no one present, Monday, June 28; Wednesday, June 30; Thursday, July 1; and Friday, July 2. The clinic is not open on weekends.

Introducing live and layered blood analysis at the Quinte Naturopathic Centre. You can learn all about the state of your past and current health with one finger prick. You will see your blood under a high-power microscope and enlarged on a monitor while everything both you and the technician see is explained to you.

For our patients, a complete program will be discussed based on your individual health requirements. Areas such as acidity, diet, supplementation, cleanses, exercise, weight management, illness avoidance, allergy reduction, increasing your energy, even sleep improvement will be covered—all in a safe and natural way.

Don’t know your blood type? We can tell you that as well, and you can then learn how to eat according to your blood type. Many people have noticed a drastic difference in how they feel by simply adapting their diet to their blood type.

Because of the importance of blood analysis in assisting in diagnosis and treatment, we have brought on a new staff member to conduct the analysis at our clinic. Linda Verschuren is a certified blood analyst. She will be practising at the clinic on Fridays only.

The cost for an initial blood analysis appointment (approx. 1 hour) is $88.00 for patients, $100 for non-patients. Book an appointment for your detailed blood analysis today by calling 613-966-9660.

Although the market is flooded with all sorts of mosquito and other bug repellent, most of it contains DEET and other harmful chemicals that are much worse than a mosquito bite! These chemicals are readily absorbed through the skin and end up toxifying our organs and taxing our immune systems.

So what about effective natural solutions? Well, we’ve got them!

Nature’s Formulae Citronella Supreme Mister and Citronella Supreme Lotion are all-natural and packed with the essential oils of citronella, bergamot, lemongrass, lavender, eucalyptus, and leleshwa, perfect for keeping those pesky bugs at bay.

Join us this weekend at Belleville’s Health and Fitness Expo

Michelle Durkin, ND, will be giving a talk, “Preventing and Treating Osteoporosis for the Young and Elderly Alike” on Saturday at 3 pm. Janet Riley, RN, will be presenting her talk called “Change Your Life with Emotional Freedom Technique” on Sunday at 3 pm.

Belleville’s Health and Fitness Expo: May 29, 10:00am–6:00pm and May 30, 10:00–4:00pm, at the Wally Dever Arena. Check out all the rows of exhibitors, keynote speakers, and other presenters, and get discounts where applicable! Tasty and healthy snacks available upstairs hosted by Café E. Grab bags for the first 500 people each day. For a 10% discount on your initial consultation with Michelle Durkin, ND, visit the Health and Fitness Expo site and download our coupon. The discount is good for the expo days or if you book your appointment within the month of June.