Natural Health & Wellness Blog

What’s Morning Sickness All About?

Posted on December 6, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

“Morning” sickness is a common compliant I see in my practice. Many women can go through the dreaded experience of nausea and vomiting during the first trimester and unfortunately, it is not just associated with the morning. Morning sickness can come on at any point of the day and in some cases can last all day. In rare cases, if vomiting is […]

What Can Lobsters Teach Us About Stress?!

Posted on November 23, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

I recently attended a conference on stress and during one of the talks, we were shown a video in which a rabbi compared stress and adversity to a lobster and its shell. Lobsters continually grow and shed their shells. When their current shell gets too tight and uncomfortable, they know that it’s time to shed their […]

Nutrition to Boost Athletic Performance

Posted on November 13, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

Looking to boost athletic performance? Whether you are an athlete, weekend warrior, or just trying to get into a regular physical activity routine, you will want to include the following foods in your nutrition plan: 1. Protein. Adequate protein intake is needed to grow and repair muscles. It is also needed to maintain immune function […]

Autumn: The Season of Letting Go

Posted on November 4, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

Autumn is a season of change, of letting go. Trees are loosing their leaves, flowers die, and animals are preparing to go into hibernation. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, each season is paired with an emotion, and autumn is paired with grief and letting go. So why not follow the rhythm of nature and use this […]

Advantages of Breastfeeding

Posted on October 24, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

Breast really is best! Here are 10 benefits for mom and babe (but the list could go on!): 1. Decreased risk of Asthma (baby) 2. Better vision (baby) 3. Decreased risk of diabetes (baby) 4. Decreased risk of adult obesity (mom) 5. Higher intelligence (baby) 6. Decreased risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (baby) 7. Decreased risk of […]

What’s the Verdict on Coffee?

Posted on October 22, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

As a coffee loving ND, I understand the enjoyment in having a cup of java in the morning. The good news is there are some health benefits associated with coffee consumption…but there are some down sides too! Read on to learn some of the ups and downs of coffee: Ups From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, black […]

Meal Planning Made Simple

Posted on October 14, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

Creating healthy and delicious tasting meals can feel like a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. You just need to have a plan. Take a look at your upcoming week. What days do you know you will need a quick and easy to digest meal? What days do you have time to make a more elaborate […]

Do You Know How to Check Your Breasts?

Posted on October 2, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

As October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, I thought I would be a good idea to review how to perform a self-breast exam. Ideally, you should check your breasts at least once a month. The best time would be about a week after your period has started. This is when your breasts will be least […]

How Well Do You Care For Yourself?

Posted on September 28, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

Taking time to care for and nurture yourself is an important aspect of maintaining health, happiness, and balance. Unfortunately, in our fast-paced society, it is often one of the first things that becomes neglected. We say things like “I have too much work to do” and end up having our time usurped by emails, text […]

3 Quick Tips to Relieve Pain

Posted on September 19, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

As September is Pain Awareness month, I thought I would focus today’s post on pain. Pain comes in many forms, whether it is physical, emotional, or mental. It wreaks havoc on our moods, our sleep, causes premature aging, and prevents us from engaging in activities that we wish to do. When we are in pain, […]

Our Guts Have a Brain Too!

Posted on September 17, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

Did you know that our guts have the second largest collection of neurons in our body? Our brains come in first, and are guts are second. Meaning, there are in fact more neurons in our guts than our spinal cord! Scientists coined the term the “second brain” for this collection of nerve endings which gives […]

Have You Had Your Annual Check Up?

Posted on September 12, 2012 (November 14, 2023) by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi

Did you know that naturopathic doctors are trained to perform physical exams? We are able to complete head-to-toe examinations and cover the whole nine-yards, checking your heart, lungs, abdominal organs, eyes, ears, throat, lymph nodes, reflexes, skin, hair, nails, and so on. We can also complete breast, pap, and prostate exams. As your ND, I am dedicated to giving […]

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