Dr. Mallory Reinthaler, ND
13085 Hwy 27, Unit 2 L0G1N0 Nobleton, ON, Canada

The term organic is used pretty loosely these days, so how do we know if that extra 10-60% (sometimes even 300%) cost is actually going to pay off in the long run? Organic = Any produce or meat farmed without the use of artificial chemicals, hormones, antibiotics or GMOs, and free of artificial sweeteners, preservatives, coloring, flavouring, and MSG. The Pros... Certain pesticides contain a chemical called organophosphate, which can wreak havoc on your body in different ways including interfering with the way our hormones are processed in the body and altering thyroid function. I am sure everyone would like to avoid these! The same is true for hormones and antibiotics added to meats. In order to naturally fight off pests, organic fruits and veggies may contain more antioxidants and nutrients. The actual act of organic farming is better for the environment, reducing pollutants circulating in the air and neighbouring properties. The Cons The Ontario regulations for classifying an item as organic seem to be improving, however 100% of the item does not need to be organic in order to receive the golden seal! You can easily rack up a hefty grocery bill. Organic farming is labour intensive and yields fewer crop, therefore the extra cost is justifiable on their end. It is hard to accurately conduct studies on the total nutritional benefit, as every plot of land has different soil quality, climate, neighbouring farms etc. Do what you feel is best for your health! If that means picking and choosing what items you buy organic, The Clean Fifteen and The Dirty Dozen may be the way to go. These lists outline the 12 foods you SHOULD be buying organic, and the 15 that are usually clean regardless of the way they are farmed. Can you guess which foods belong on which list?

F E R T I L I T Y & P R E C O N C E P T I O N Whether you are trying to conceive for the 1st, 2nd, (or even 6th) time, extra support during this journey can go a long way! From optimizing hormonal balance, to investigating underlying causes of subfertility, I don’t stop, won’t stop trying to make your dream come true ... Did you know acupuncture done throughout your cycle can help increase blood flow to your reproductive organs and promote ovulation?

Have you been told "there is nothing wrong", "you aren't sick enough", or "there's nothing we can do"? Here's my story about receiving a diagnosis and how it's changed the way I view health.

With less time being dedicated to social activities this summer, now is a great opportunity to finally dive into that book that’s been sitting on your bedside table. Here are my top recommended books when it comes to reading about your health! Pregnancy & Parenting:... Expecting Better by Emily Oster Crib Sheet by Emily Oster Bringing Up Bebe by Pamela Druckerman Womens Health: The Vagina Bible by Jen Gunter Gut Health: Gut: The Inside Story of Our Body's Most Underrated Organ by Giulia Enders Mental Health: The Places that Scare You by Pema Chodron Mind Over Mood by Denis Greenberger Cookbooks: The Minimalist Baker’s Everyday Cooking by Dana Shultz The Joyous Cookbook by Joy McCarthy The Oh She Glows Cookbook by Angela Liddon Which books are on your summer reading list?

In-person appointments are back It’s been a long break and oh how I’ve missed you! My clinics, my colleagues, and most of all, my patients As I slowly transition back to my regular schedule, I have opened up clinic hours once a week to accommodate patients requiring acupuncture and certain physical exams.... You can find me: @hellowellbe Tuesdays 2-8pm @nobletonphysiotherapy Wednesdays 2-8pm *You can still meet with me virtually Monday through Saturday for all other health concerns. PSA: With a new set of policies & procedures in place to keep you as safe as possible, you can expect the clinics to look a bit different. It will be one big mask party and a whole lot of sanitizing Have a question? DM me and I hope to see you soon! ~Mallory

To kick off Naturopathic Medicine Week, I’m heading up a 28 day clean eating challenge starting June 1st! In this free program, you will receive: 28 days worth of recipes chock full of lean protein, healthy fats, and fresh fruit & veg! All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free. ... Week by week grocery lists to make sure you have everything you need on hand. Access to an online app where you can track how well you are doing, including water intake, movement, sleep & bowel function. Instant access to ND support through the apps chat function. Comment with a or DM me your email to get started! #cleaneating #naturopathicmedicineweek #healthyathome #dietchallenge #groupprogram #torontowellness #leslievilleND #yorkregionND

When in doubt, google it... Is what I say regarding most of life’s problems, but not when it comes to your health. Dr.Google doesn’t know your unique health history, Dr.Google can’t interpret your lab results, and Dr.Google won’t take physical exams.... Trying to diagnose yourself via the internet is never the answer, and will often leave you thinking the worst. We have all done it, but please don’t fall into that trap! Reach out to health professionals who can listen to your full story, gather the necessary information, and create the right treatment plan for you; something Dr.Google can’t do. #internetawareness #therightfit #drgoogle #leslievillewellness #kingtownship #beheard #bewell #naturopath

I have to admit, the novelty of self-isolation has really worn off by week 5. I want to see my family, I want to see my patients, and I want to go back to normal life. . As tempting as it is, keep doing your part. The curve has remained rather flat for the past 2 weeks, with hospitals being able to house all necessary in-patients with Covid-19. . This is thanks to you! For staying in, fighting the urge to celebrate Easter & Passover with family, and keeping your distance. ... . Looking forward to the day when we can all be together again . #socialdistance #flattenthecurve #covid19 #natmedfriends #stayintoronto #coronavairus #isolation #grocerydelivery See more

Whether you are ordering grocery delivery or going into the stores themselves, I am sure you have noticed it feels like foreign territory. Shelves you have never seen empty before are bare or your grocery order arrives with multiple missing items. . In the coming few weeks you can expect to see a huge shortage in fresh produce. This is because we get a majority of our vegetables from the USA and Canadian produce isn’t quite ready to harvest. . Here are 5 tips to make sure you...r family can continue to eat healthy food throughout social isolation: Purchase tons of veggies that have a very long shelf life. Spinach may go bad in less than a week, but hearty root veg like beets, turnip, parsnip, sweet potato, and carrots can last in your fridge for much much longer! Other examples of long lasting veg include eggplant, squash, zucchini, onions, and cabbage. If food looks like it’s on its last leg, cook it into a meal ASAP. Already have something ready for tonight? No problem, just pop it into the freezer and you’ll thank yourself later! Don’t have time to cook a full meal right now or know you wont get to that fruit or veg before it goes bad? Chop it into small pieces, freeze on a baking sheet, and bag it up. Next time you’re in the mood to make a smoothie, stir fry, or soup, you’ll have some pre-chopped produce ready to go. Keep fruit that would normally sit on your counter in the fridge. Slowly pull out a few at a time to let them finish ripening. This will help them last longer. This tactic can be used for fruits like Avocado, mango, kiwi, peaches, melon, and tomatoes. When all else fails and you are left with no produce, something is better than nothing. Try to incorporate frozen (1st choice) or jarred vegetables like corn, peas, roasted peppers, and artichoke. If possible, pick the ones with no salt added or in water labels. Double check the ingredients before adding them to your meal to make sure you aren’t doubling up on salt! Hope these tips help you and your family thrive through the next few weeks! #socialisolation #stayhome #freshproduce #survivaltactics #healthyeats #bewell

For the safety of our community, I have made the decision to switch over to strictly virtual appointments for the time being, while we try to #flattenthecurve . I care about each and every one of my patients, and want us all to stay as healthy as possible throughout this pandemic. . Being immune suppressed myself, I understand the worry and fear that those not strong enough to fight the virus may be experiencing. ... . Social distancing and social isolation are how we CAN protect our loved ones, which is why I’ll be checking in on all of my patients through the web! . If you have any questions about this process, or COVID-19 in general, you know where to find me! . #coronavirus #covid_19 #socialdistancing #globalpandemic #doyourpart #isolation #immunesystem See more

Does this sound like you? If so, you may be experiencing something called Estrogen Dominance! This is when our hormones are not in perfect balance and either our Estrogen is too or our Progesterone is too . Cramps aren’t normal, fibrocystic breasts aren’t normal and it’s not normal to feel crappy around your period every . single . month.... We spend 1/4 of our lives between the early teens and menopause with our periods, why are we dreading them?? #naturopath #loveyourperiod #ourfifthvitalsign #eastendwellness #bewell #wellbe #nobletonphysiotherapy #yorkregionwellness #healthyhormones #estrogen #acupuncture #detox

The ultimate hydrotherapy aprés ski! (ft. skiing windburn) . What is hydrotherapy? .... Water has an amazing role in regulating our immune system. . Alternating hot and cold temperatures pumps immune properties though our body and keeps us functioning at our best. . Not only is it healthy, but invigorating too. . #naturopathicmedicine #banffnationalpark #freezeoftheday #explorecanada #hydrotherapy See more

I can’t even count the number of times I have heard someone say I definitely don’t drink enough water. . Check out these tips to help you get in the recommended 2+ Litres a day! . Bring a leak-free glass or stainless steel water bottle wherever you go! (Bkr and swell are my faves)... Check out plant nanny on the App Store. An interactive way to drink water and have fun doing so. Add some flavour with strawberries, orange, cucumber..whatever hits the spot! Did you know decaffeinated herbal tea counts as water? Put an elastic around your bottle and as you drink, move it down to match the level of water. Challenge your coworkers to see how many times they can reach the bottom. . #hydrationstation #water #naturopath #healthyliving #leslieville #nobleton #dailyroutines #drinkmorewater See more

Watch out world, thanks to @dr.devynkoczan I have figured out how the pros make their instagram look so fancy. Disclaimer: I will still never be as good as they are! . This week was the last harvest of our homegrown kale crop, although it seems like the bunnies enjoyed it as much as we did! . Do Naturopaths eat kale at every single meal? Absolutely not! But I make sure to include a variety of highly nutritious and rich in colour vegetables.... . #eatwell #instagramrookie #vitaminK #organic #produce #naturopath #healthliving #homegrownveggies #nobleton #leslieville See more

Yesterday was infant and pregnancy loss remembrance day. My heart goes out to those 1 in 4 who have experienced losing a baby. . I find myself in a position right now where many people ask so when are you going to have kids?? This question makes me so uncomfortable. Not because I have experienced a loss, but because I don’t want people knowing when I do decide it’s time. Infertility and miscarriage are just too common. .... So please, next time you decide to ask that question, remember this...that person you are talking to MAY have just experienced a loss. . #pregnancylossawareness #leslieville #nobleton #naturopath #infertility #miscarriage #SIDS #acupuncture #hormones #wellbefamilywellness #nobletonphysiotherapy See more

Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend filled with family, friends, and lots of pumpkin pie!

Wishing everyone an excellent first day back at school! Being out of the country for the past 2 weeks really did feel like summer fast-forwarded on me. I was always the kid eager to go back to school, see my friends, and learn something new! I strive to continue learning everyday in one way or another. What did I learn today? Don’t trust my husband to remember where we hid our valuables while on vacation

Such a great morning talking all things health and walking around Kleinburg. Thank you @justwalkvaughan for inviting me to be your guest speaker for your Walk With A Doc session this morning!

What’s that you see? A tick that can potentially be carrying Lyme disease. Read all about it and tips for prevention in my upcoming edition of The Nobleton Natural Newsletter. . Send me a DM with your email to be added to the mailing list!