Wendy Tao , B.Sc., Student Representative

Wendy Tao , B.Sc.

Student Representative

A University of Alberta Bachelor of Science graduate with studies in food and nutrition, Wendy has a passion for nutrition and health. This has inspired her to continue her education in Naturopathic Medicine at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine (BINM). She is fluent in Chinese including Cantonese and Mandarin and has been active in the vitamin and nutrition field since 1996.

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Student Voices

  • Drs. Pizzorno and Katzinger’s latest textbook, Clinical Pathophysiology-A Functional Perspective

    If you haven’t had a chance to pick up a copy of Dr. Pizzorno’s latest textbook, Clinical Pathophysiology-A Functional Perspective, you need to get a hold of the copy and start reading.

  • Supercharge your liver! What to include and avoid for optimal liver detoxification

    Inducers, inhibitors and different nutrients needed by phase I & II detoxification pathways.

  • The many facets of gluten-induced illness

    Differences between celiac disease and gluten sensitivity and the potential benefits of avoiding gluten from your diet.

  • Echinacea for immunity

    Echinacea, the purple coneflower has long been a favorite for its immune-boosting capacity. So don’t let a nasty cold get you down this season, get immune support with Echinacea.

  • Abnormal Pap Test

    Have you ever had an abnormal PAP smear? Want to know how naturopathic approach can help to prevent it from happening again?

  • One mega-dose of vitamin D eases primary dysmenorrhea

    A new study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine journal has found that women with primary dysmenorrhea with severe pelvic pain and immobilizing cramps before or during menstruation suffer much less pain for up to two months by taking a single, oral dose of 300,000 IU of D3 five days before they were expected to have their next menstrual period.

  • Yoga: friend or foe?

    It has been hailed as a cure for many diseases, stress reduction, renewal, healing, and anti-aging just to mention a few. However, like anything else, there is a darker side of yoga.

  • What’s BPA (Bisphenol A) doing in our food?

    Bisphenol A (BPA) is found in our food supply even though Health Canada added BPA to Canada’s toxic substance list in October 2010. What is BPA and why is it so bad for us?

  • Exam jitteriness and anxiety

    How many of you have gotten exam anxiety before, during, or after an exam? Symptoms of anxiety can be classified into emotional, behavioral, physiological and/or cognitive. Here are some of the coping strategies for exam anxiety.

  • Latest news from Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine

    The Boucher Naturals street-level retail store is set to open its doors in the New Year. The 1,400 square foot retail space will feature a fully-stocked natural dispensary and campus bookstore open to the general public.

  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – a TCM Perspective

    Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common female endocrine disorders affecting approximately 5% to 10% of women of reproductive age. In this article, I would like to address the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approach of treating PCOS.

  • Melatonin and your health

    Is working night shift all bad for our health? The results of all the studies suggest that the role melatonin plays in the circadian disruption may be more complex than we previously thought.

  • An update on my infected tooth

    My right bottom molar is officially out. I feel great about it. The next step is a waiting game.

  • Canada alters energy drink regulations

    The Canadian government altered energy drink regulations recently. Most Canadians think of energy drinks as a food, not as a health product. Under these regulations they will now be subject to a review process for their quality and safety and have to display recommended conditions for use as well as cautions.

  • Root Canal Cover-Up

    Having been studying and working in the complementary health industry, I know that a root canal might not be the right way to go. However, I did not know exactly why. So I did my own research and find out why so many naturopathic doctors and biological dentists fight hard to stay away from this treatment.

 

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