by Dr. Melissa Carr | Jun 17, 2026 | brain health, Digestion, Exercise, Food, Health Tips, Healthy Habits, Life Lessons, mental health, My Nutrition Book, Traditional Chinese Medicine
The other day, I caught myself doing something I’ve done thousands of times. I took my reading glasses off my face and automatically perched them on top of my head. A few minutes later, as I went to take them off again, I felt the familiar tug. A few hairs were...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Jun 16, 2026 | Chinese herbs, Detoxification, Digestion, energy, Food, Fun facts, Healthy Habits, Herbs and Supplements, immune boosting, immune system, lung health, mental health, neuropathic pain, Sleep, Stress, Supplements, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Uncategorized
Why Mushrooms Deserve a Place in Your Wellness Routine When most people think of mushrooms, they think of a tasty addition to stir-fries, soups, sauces, or as a topping (check out some of my mushrooms-included recipes here Grilled Portabella Burgers and Vegetarian...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Apr 4, 2026 | Digestion, Food, Health Tips, Healthy Habits, My Nutrition Book, Traditional Chinese Medicine
It’s quite a human thing to want to find the ONE answer. The clear choice. The proven single solution. According to the article, Precision Nutrition for Better Clinical Outcomes, “In routine practice, however, physicians have increasingly observed that...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Dec 23, 2025 | Food, Health Tips, Recipe
The holidays are a time for gathering with family and friends. And part of that is enjoying delicious food and drinks! Whether you’re hosting a festive get-together or curling up with loved ones by the fire, these non-alcoholic and nourishing beverages are sure to...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Apr 21, 2025 | Food, Health Tips, In the News, My Nutrition Book, Recipe
I thought I’d share an excerpt from my book, Modern Chinese Medicine Food Cures: A Personalized Approach. I chose my segment on egg substitutes because it’s always good to have options, whether you’re looking to avoid buying eggs or you simply ran...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Mar 5, 2025 | Food, Healthy Habits, Herbs and Supplements, holistic health, In the News, Supplements
The 25% tariffs came into effect today. For many, this is stressful, as we foresee jobs losses and increases in prices. But enough talk about that, as you don’t need me adding to your stress! Instead, let’s talk about healthy choices for your purchasing in Canada....
