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Welcome to the official website of Dr. Ardyce Yik, a Canadian-licensed naturopathic physician helping people attain optimal health naturally in Hong Kong, China. Here, you will find a wealth of information on health, wellness and disease. You will also learn more about a doctor who listens and medicines that work.
"The good physician treats the disease; the great physician treats the patient who has the disease..."
-Sir William Osler, 1849-1919
Tag Archives: weight management
What to eat to support probiotics in your gut
Everyone knows the health benefits of probiotics, the beneficial bacteria that promotes good health. Many people ensure adequate probiotic intake either through probiotic foods or through supplementation. But how can we help our friendly bacteria flourish in our gut? It … Continue reading
Posted in Anti-Aging, Babies/ Children, Cancer Prevention, Digestive Disorders, Fertility, General, Heart Health, Hormonal (Endocrine) Imbalances, Immunity, Men's Health, News Update, Nutrition, Pregnancy, Weight Management, Women's Health
Tagged appetite, beneficial bacteria, friendly bacteria, gut bacteria, gut brain connection, gut health, prebiotics, probiotic foods, probiotics, strong bones, triglycerides, weight loss, weight management
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Tackling high blood pressure and high LDL (bad) cholesterol
High blood pressure (also referred to as HBP or hypertension) is a condition in which your blood pressure, the force of blood flowing through your blood vessels, is consistently too high. Under the new guidelines in 2017 from the American … Continue reading
Posted in Anti-Aging, Emotional/ Psychological Health, General, Heart Health, Hormonal (Endocrine) Imbalances, Men's Health, News Update, Nutrition, Sexual Health, Stress Management, Toxins and Our Health, Weight Management, Women's Health
Tagged combat stress, dyslipidemia, exercise, gene mutation, HBP, high blood pressure, high LDL, homocysteine, HTN, hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, LDL cholesterol, MTHFR, mthfr gene, physical activity, sodium, stress, weight loss, weight management
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What you should know about alcohol bloating and weight gain
You drink a few glasses of wine and there it is- your stomach or abdomen expands to a point where it’s uncomfortable, noticeable and embarrassing. Why does this happen? It turns out that drinking alcohol may lead to irritation and … Continue reading
Posted in Cancer Prevention, Digestive Disorders, Emotional/ Psychological Health, General, Hormonal (Endocrine) Imbalances, Immunity, Men's Health, News Update, Nutrition, Stress Management, Toxins and Our Health, Weight Management, Women's Health
Tagged alcohol, alcohol addiction, alcohol induced gastritis, alcoholism, bloating, digestion, gastritis, peptic ulcers, stomach ulcers, weight gain, weight loss, weight management
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Which is more important for weight loss- diet or exercise?
A healthful diet and regular exercise regime are essential when it comes to weight loss but which one is more important in achieving the results you want? If you want to drop the weight, it turns out that reducing calorie … Continue reading
Can’t lose weight? Discover these five hidden causes.
Spring has sprung and you may be eager to lose some of that winter weight. But what if you’ve tried everything and you still find it difficult to lose weight? Could there be underlying reasons preventing you from losing weight? Dr. … Continue reading
Posted in Allergies, Digestive Disorders, Emotional/ Psychological Health, Hormonal (Endocrine) Imbalances, Men's Health, News Update, Nutrition, Stress Management, Toxins and Our Health, Weight Management, Women's Health
Tagged IMI clinic, weight loss, weight loss program, weight management
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Tips for a thinner Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving Weekend, Canada! Below are a few tips for an enjoyable and healthier Thanksgiving. 1) Are there any foods we should avoid during the festive season? As a general guideline, foods that are deep fried, batter-coated, starchy (such as … Continue reading
Researchers say obesity OK for some people
In a new York University study, researchers say obesity really is okay for some people who are active and eat a healthy diet, challenging the notion that everyone has to be slim and lean to live a long life. The … Continue reading
Posted in General, News Update, Weight Management
Tagged BMI, body mass index, EOSS, fat, obesity, overweight, weight loss, weight management
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A new year, a new (lighter) you
Over-indulged this holiday season? Need to shed some extra weight? Whether you suffer from a health ailment due to being overweight or just want to look and feel better, the following health tips can help you shed the excess pounds and make … Continue reading
Posted in General, Weight Management
Tagged obesity, overweight, weight loss, weight management
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“Help! I’m overweight- but I don’t eat much!”
Whenever I hear this statement in my office, I first ask for a detailed 24-hour diet recall. Some people may not be consciously aware of how much they eat, so it’s a good idea to recall what’s actually been consumed (e.g. “Let’s … Continue reading
Lose weight to lose hot flushes
Intensive weight loss intervention may lead to fewer hot flushes during menopause in women who are overweight or obese. According to a 6-month randomized controlled study in the July 12th issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, women who lost 7 to 9% … Continue reading
