Naturopathic Medicine

Let’s Talk About Obesity

On May 9, 2021 / General Information, Naturopathic Medicine

It seems like the newest “taboo” is to talk about being overweight. As a health practitioner, I see this as a worrying trend. Being able to maintain a healthy body weight has huge implications for health, mental and physical wellbeing, and disease prevention. And by silencing our ability to talk

Let’s Talk About Mental Health During COVID

On January 26, 2021 / General Information, Naturopathic Medicine

In the spirit of Bell Let’s Talk Day, which is on Thursday, January 28th, let’s take some time to talk about mental health. It’s no surprise that the COVID pandemic has led to an increase in mental health issues, as people are financially strained, isolated, and fearful. If

Naturopathic Medicine Week Videos

On June 4, 2020 / General Information, Naturopathic Medicine

In case you missed it… Check out the links below for our Naturopathic Medicine Week videos where we discuss some of the key naturopathic principles: Treat the Cause for Fatigue with Dr. Jacqui, ND As Naturopathic Doctors, we aim to uncover and treat the root cause of

Fatigue: Treating the Cause

On May 25, 2020 / General Information, Naturopathic Medicine

Tolle causam- One of the key principles of Naturopathic Medicine As Naturopathic Doctors, we aim to uncover and treat the root cause of symptoms and health concerns. We view symptoms as messages or clues from the body that something is wrong or out of balance. It’s important

BLOOD SUGAR 101 & THE GLYCEMIC INDEX

On December 3, 2019 / Naturopathic Medicine

If you subscribe to our newsletter, or just have heard the term “low-glycemic” thrown around in various recipes or linked to certain “magic diets”, you may be wondering what this actually means. It can be incredibly confusing to navigate all the various marketing claims nowadays, including the

Shedding Some Light on Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.)

On January 16, 2019 / General Information, Naturopathic Medicine

Seasonal affective disorder (S.A.D.) is a form of depression that occurs during certain times of the year- generally during the colder winter months, when the days are shorter. As with many conditions, there is not one confirmed cause of S.A.D. However, there are a few factors that

These Feet Were Made For Walking

On July 10, 2018 / General Information, Naturopathic Medicine

“Walking is man’s best medicine” – Hippocrates Walking is one exercise I recommend to most of my patients because it’s very easy to do, requires nothing but a pair of comfortable shoes, and has tremendous mental and physical benefits. Incorporating a bit of walking into your daily

Seasonal Allergies: 3 Underlying Causes to Consider

On March 15, 2018 / General Information, Naturopathic Medicine

The symptoms of allergies can be treated using antihistamines or natural alternatives. This direct approach can definitely help manage the uncomfortable and annoying symptoms many people experience during the spring and summer. However, a long-lasting solution for allergies calls for a more comprehensive identification and treatment of

Winter Itch: Dealing With Eczema

On November 28, 2017 / Naturopathic Medicine

Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by dry skin patches with redness and itching. It can occur anywhere on the body, but is often found in flexural areas such as elbow creases and the back of the knees. The most common type of eczema is

All About Adaptogens

On October 3, 2017 / General Information, Naturopathic Medicine

As a society we are super busy and productive, but when we don’t take time to slow down our adrenal glands pay the price, and so do the rest of our bodies. Adaptogens are a wonderful class of herbs and mushrooms that help support healthy adrenals so

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