Dr. Evangelina Stephens, ND
120 - 1020 Mainland Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2T5 Vancouver, BC, Canada

Looking beyond pharmaceuticals for depression - check out Dr. Andrew Weil's blog post on 'Integrative Mental Health: A New Model for Depression Relief': http://www.huffingtonpost.com//integrative-mental-health_b

I'm posting my latest blog again now uploaded with the image! Check out my November blog on 'Digestion and Elimination: the Importance of Colon Health' and learn how your digestive system is key to optimal health. http://www.drestephens.com//digestion-and-elimination-the/

Check out my November blog on 'Digestion and Elimination: the Importance of Colon Health' and learn how your digestive system is key to optimal health: http://www.drestephens.com//digestion-and-elimination-the/

Sleep troubles? Here are a few tips to help you sleep more soundly: http://zenhabits.net/rockabye/

Check out this little article on '11 Common Dietary Supplements Explained' to find out what you may be missing from your diet and how you could benefit from them. Remember it is always best to consult a healthcare professional before supplementing with nutraceuticals to assess risks and benefits appropriately. http://www.mnn.com//11-common-dietary-supplements-explained

Our children have earned the title 'Generation Rx' because of how pervasive pediatric illnesses and conditions are today. Check out this article on How to Protect your Children in Today’s Health Landscape a Plea to Parents: http://gmoawareness.org/2012/09/29/protect-your-children/

Be mindful of where you keep your cell phone and how you use it. Check this short clip out from CBC news on 'Disconnect: The Truth About Cell Phone Radiation, What the Industry Has Done to Hide It, and How to Protect Your Family' http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xtd-y2C9lH4

B12 deficiency is a silent epidemic with serious consequences. Book an appointment with your healthcare provider to find out if you should be supplementing. I offer B12 injections and well as sublingual prescriptions. Read more about the seriousness of B12 deficiencies here: http://chriskresser.com/b12-deficiency-a-silent-epidemic-wi

An article written by a highly respected herbalist practicing in Courtenay, BC on Caffeine and Your Health. Check it out: http://www.chanchalcabrera.com/caffeine-and-your-health/

Fertility issues affect both men and women. Read my October blog on the natural approaches to treating fertility and preconception planning for a healthy pregnancy and baby: http://www.drestephens.com//fertility-and-preconception-p/

Ever wonder what a naturopathic doctor does? Give this little article a read to learn about naturopathic medicine. Alongside the services this doctor talks about, NDs in BC can also write pharmaceutical prescriptions, perform minor surgery, injections and nutritional IVs. http://www.huffingtonpost.com//naturopathic-doctors_b_1923

Again regarding breast cancer awareness month, for visual learners, visit this site for a great video on how to perform breast self-exams and other great tips: http://www.cancercenter.com/breast-can/breast-self-exam.cfm

October is breast cancer awareness month! Visit my website for a description on how to perform self-breast exams each month. http://www.drestephens.com//womens-h/breast-self-exam-bse/

My latest blog: Back to School and Boosting the Immune System posted one last time. There should be no problems viewing this one! http://www.drestephens.com//back-to-school-and-boosting-t/

Rice is a worldwide staple that so many depend on. Unfortunately, however, rice has been recently tested to find high arsenic levels. See the article below for more details and how to reduce you and your family's exposure: http://www.enviroblog.org//getting-arsenic-out-of-your-and

Perfect Pumpkin Smoothie for Fall! 1 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree * see note below 1/2 of a banana 1 cup unsweetened hemp beverage... 1 scoop protein powder (I use the brand Boku see link below) 2 tbsp maple syrup 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp nutmeg 1/8 tsp ginger Ice optional Place in a blender and blend until smooth * It is best to prepare your pumpkin puree yourself from a fresh pumpkin. To prepare, just cut your pumpkin into quarters, scrape out seeds and place on a baking tray. Bake at 350 F for about 45 to 55 minutes, or until tender (test by sticking a fork in it). Once tender, let cool and then scrape out pumpkin from skin into a food processor and blend until smooth. Transfer pumpkin to storage container and keep in the fridge. If you’ve baked a large pumpkin, you may have to cook it for a over an hour. If you have too much to use within a week, pumpkin can be frozen and thawed for a later use. Link for Boku protein powder: http://shop.bokusuperfood.com/Bku-Super-Protein-25oz//PR25/ Link for Hemp Bliss beverage: http://manitobaharvest.com//Unsweetened-Original-Hemp-Blis

I am reposting the link to my latest blog, as I have been told my previous link seems to be defective. http://www.drestephens.com//back-to-school-and-boosting-t/

Now that school is in full-swing, let's make sure our immune systems are as well! Check out my latest blog on Back to School and Boosting the Immune System.

Baby carrots may be cute and convenient...but are they really that good for you? Check out this article on 'The Real Deal with Baby Carrots'. http://parvatimagazine.com//nutrition-the-real-deal-with-/

Digestive complaints? It could be a lack of stomach acid causing you discomfort. Check out this article on the importance of stomach acid and signs of hypochlorhydria: http://metabolichealing.com//lack-of-adequate-stomach-aci/

I have my blog page up and running on my website! Check out my first post on Debunking Dysmenorrhea: Periods should NOT be painful! I would love to hear your requests for future posts. If you have a topic you'd like me to write about, please send me the request in a message with any specific areas you'd like discussed. I hope to post 1-2 blogs per month. http://www.drestephens.com/debunking-dysmenorrhea-periods-/

Top 7 foods to avoid at the grocery store - check it out! http://www.foodmatters.tv//top-7-supermarket-foods-to-avoid

Research linking vitamin D deficiency in mothers having children with increased adipose by the age of 6. Another reason to make sure you're getting enough sunshine, as well as supplementing appropriately. http://naturalhealthcare.ca/nutrition_news.phtml

7 possible signs that your child may have a food intolerance http://newhope360.com//7-signs-your-child-may-have-food-in

10 ways to improve depression and anxiety naturally... http://www.huffingtonpost.com//emotional-health_b_1542521.

It's always a good idea to avoid harmful pesticides and chemicals and opt for organic as much as possible, but try to always consider these 12 foods to buy organic when grocery shopping... http://www.fullcircle.com/goodfoodli//08/the-dirty-dozen/

Check out our May Birth Prep Package at Coco!

Looking for healthy snack ideas for your children? Check out this site for yummy recipes you and your kids will love! http://learneatgrow.com/?page_id=99

Website is up! Learn more about naturopathic medicine and the services I offer. http://drestephens.com/

Happy Earth Day! Let's work together to take a bit of burden off the planet we all depend on. Check on this site for lots of tips and resources for a happy Earth. http://www.greenlivingonline.com/

Non-GMO shopping guide - check it out! http://www.nongmoshoppingguide.com/

Little steps can make a big difference. Try implementing these 5 steps to healthy eating for you and your family this week. http://www.yummymummyclub.ca//better-nutrition-for-your-fa

This is a great site for clean and green living tips. Check out how to make some nontoxic natural household cleaners. Decrease dangerous toxins and your shopping bill! Cheap and easy ways to live a cleaner, greener life. http://www.thedailygreen.com//green-cleaning-spring-cleani

Check out this site for a list of 12 common household toxins! A healthy home is a happy one. Treat it like the oasis it should be! http://www.rodale.com/12-household-toxins-banish-your-home

Avoiding gluten? Check out the 'Gluten Free Expo' that could be coming to your city in the near future! http://glutenfreeexpo.ca/

Tasty and healthy food and recipe ideas for the whole family

Along the same lines as 'what to avoid when you are expecting' posted earlier, is a TED talk about the herbicide atrazine, and the potential effects it can have on an unborn child. This post is intended to just raise our awareness about the potential chemicals that can harm ourselves and our children, not instil fear of any kind. While it is impossible to avoid all chemicals in our environment, what we can do is live as cleanly as possible to decrease our toxic load for a healthy pregnancy and healthy child. http://www.ted.com//tyrone_hayes_penelope_jagessar_chaffer