Dr. Aaron's Blog

Another Christmas Blog.

December 18, 2014 All by Aaron Van Gaver

As the holiday season is approaching, so do all the extra treats, goodies, and copious amounts of food.  According to the British Dietetic Association, the average person in the UK consumes 6000 calories on Christmas day, which is 2x the … Continue reading

Staying Healthy over Christmas

December 9, 2014 All by Aaron Van Gaver

  The Christmas season consists of several weeks of goodies and treats culminating with an abundant feast at the end of the month. The increased consumption of sugary, rich deserts and dishes, as well as alcoholic beverages can negatively impact … Continue reading

What to do if you are stressed out?

November 7, 2014 All by Aaron Van Gaver

  When it comes to our daily lives, there are lots of things that can cause stress or anxiety.  We all experience this at least once in a while and so here are some ways to help support our bodies during … Continue reading

Clarifying Food Intolerances, Sensitivities, and Allergies

October 26, 2014 All by Aaron Van Gaver

  These terms are often confused and incorrectly used. It is important that the differences between them are clear and each is term used appropriately. These three conditions differ in their underlying physiological mechanism, onset of symptoms, and treatment. Several symptoms … Continue reading

The benefits of exercise.

October 19, 2014 All by Aaron Van Gaver

  As we have all heard many times before, “Exercise is Good for your Health” and the phrase “Use it or lose it” and these are both very true when it comes to exercise. Regular exercise or physical activity is very … Continue reading