Connect with giftofhealth
Osteoarthritis, the most common joint disease in the world, affects millions worldwide—bringing daily pain, stiffness, and loss of mobility. While pills, gels, injections, and surgery can offer short-term relief, many people overlook one of the most powerful, accessible, and affordable tools for managing joint pain: your plate. What you eat can either fuel the flames […]
Stories like Bob’s are not rare in our Gift of Health community — they are powerful reminders of what becomes possible when someone decides to retake charge of their health with clarity, courage, and support. Earlier this year in July, Bob reached out to us with a deep sense of concern. His blood sugar levels […]
Let’s talk beets—those deep ruby roots aren’t just pretty on your plate; they’re powerful for your health. At certain times of the year, it seems like beets are everywhere—popping up in gardens, piling up at farmers markets, or taking over your fridge. And while bottling and pickling are beloved traditions, we want to let you […]
If you were recovering in a hospital… Or sending your child to school… Would you expect meals that support health—or quietly increase the risk of disease? This question is at the heart of a national open letter, both Arjun and I were proud to sign alongside hundreds of Canadian physicians, dietitians, nurses, and allied health […]
“Hospitals are places of healing. Schools shape lifelong habits. Neither should be serving foods classified as carcinogens.” As physicians, we often meet people at the most vulnerable moments of their lives—when illness has disrupted normalcy, when children are forming lifelong habits, and when families are relying on our healthcare systems to model health rather than […]
The new U.S. national nutrition guidelines (2025–2030) have just been released. It states that they aim to place real, nourishing food back at the center of the American diet—supporting farmers and ranchers while shifting the food system away from chronic disease and toward long-term health. On the surface, this sounds promising. And there are parts […]
Simple, Sustainable Holiday Eating Tips That Actually Work The holiday season is a beautiful time of year.It’s when we gather with friends and family, slow down a little, and enjoy each other’s company—often around food. At the same time, Christmas and holiday gatherings can be one of the hardest times to stay on course with […]
Every transformation has a beginning.For Samiha and Fizal, it began with a quiet realization: the way they were eating and living was no longer supporting the life they wanted to live. They weren’t looking for a quick fix.They were looking for a sustainable, compassionate way to heal — together. This is where their story began […]
Learn the shocking truth about sugar’s impact on your liver, brain, and energy — and discover how to enjoy desserts that heal instead of harm. Imagine this: You start your day with “healthy” cereal and almond milk. Lunch is a protein bar and a flavoured yogurt. Dinner? A “low-fat” frozen meal. You didn’t touch dessert […]
Most doctors long to heal, yet feel limited by the system. What if there’s more? A stirring call to rethink medicine—for those who care and those who suffer.
