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Dr. Larissa's Recipe of the Month : Pizza Beans
One of my new year resolutions this year is to eat more fibre. Yes, fibre really is that IT girl of 2026 - for good reason. Fibre is essential for keeping you regular, but it also helps to decrease inflammation in the gut, keep you full, and decreases your risk of colon cancer. The amount of fibre needed for adults it recommended to be 25g a day for women 38g a day for men. I created this recipe, which I've affectionately named "pizza beans". It's not a complicated recipe per
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND
May 132 min read


What is Happening with Radiance Health?
Hi All and Happy Spring! Radiance Health has had a few big changes in the last few months, so I wanted to provide a little update for everyone so that we can navigate this time of change together. The biggest change is that we’ve moved from our 4401 Albert Street office. I loved that space, but truthfully, at 2500 sq. feet, it was too much for just me! So, I’m on the hunt for the perfect space, or an interim space for my practice. However, I’ve decided to start on with a
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND
May 123 min read


3 Super Quick Science-Backed Tips for Navigating Perimenopause
As a doctor, I try my best to fill gaps in care for my patients. When we think about Naturopathic medicine in general, this may look like more time spent with you, or more labwork investigation. However, as I’ve been moving through my years of practice, I’ve identified that there is a big gap in care in perimenopause. Even though I haven’t reached menopause age yet, I do support many people through this transition. For many people, perimenopause feels like stepping into unch
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND
Sep 28, 20253 min read


The Importance of Hobbies: Adults Need Fun Too!
Often, I feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day to do the things I need to do, let alone the things I want to do. Last year, I...
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND
Aug 27, 20253 min read


Disconnect to Reconnect: Why Stepping Away from Screens May be Necessary to Transform Your Health
Last week, I went on a camping trip—and did something that felt almost radical: I left my phone at home. No emails. No texts. No...
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND
Jun 30, 20254 min read


Reflections on Radiance: Wins, Wisdom, and the Heart of Building a Clinic
When I first envisioned Radiance Health, I thought that we would be about 10 years in the future: 2035. I had always wanted to open a...
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND
May 23, 20254 min read


The Benefits of Water Therapy
One of my absolute favourite therapies we learned baout in school is simple water therapy. I remmeber my first hydrotherapy class where...
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND
Apr 3, 20253 min read


Managing Stress and Finding Resilience The power of the fight or flight system: how the stress system can both help and hinder
Before I get into this story, I’d like to put out a disclaimer that this story includes medical trauma and motor vehicle collision. If...
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND
Feb 27, 20255 min read


The Magic of Holiday Spices: Flavor, Tradition, and Health Benefits
The Magic of Christmas Spices: History, Benefits, and Recipes I love the holidays! For me, any holiday is centered around the food. I...
Dr. Larissa Wheeler, ND
Dec 2, 20244 min read
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