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 […]
Do You Know How to Check Your Breasts?
How Well Do You Care For Yourself?
Posted on 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 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 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 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 […]
The Ups and Downs of Anger
Posted on by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi
As a society in general, we are often uncomfortable with displays of anger and feel it is an emotion we “shouldn’t” feel or discuss. There is a common sense of “I must be a bad person if I feel angry” and so choose to ignore it. Anger that is unexpressed can become harmful as it turns into […]
Powerful Pomegranate
Posted on by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi
Did you know pomegranates are one of the most healing of fruits? The health benefits of pomegranates stem from their high concentration of antioxidant- rich polyphenols. Research has shown that pomegranates can: Lower blood pressure Lower LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) and increase HDL (the good cholesterol) Fight against cancer (particularly breast, prostate, colon, lung, and […]
Optimize Your Immune System
Posted on by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi
When the temperature starts yo-yoing, this can do a number on our immune systems. With cooler nights already upon us and school just around the corner, it is key to start optimizing your immune system! Here are some naturopathic remedies to keep your immune system strong: Good old hand washing! Remember to wash thoroughly using warm water and […]
Back to School, Back to Health!
Posted on by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi
With a new school year looming around the corner, is important to start prepping your children so that they have good routines in place. Now is the time to optimize health! Here are a few suggestions on things you can do to help your children succeed in school this year! Sleep. Start getting your child […]
Ending Erectile Dysfunction
Posted on by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi
Erectile dysfunction, or difficulty getting/maintaining an erection is a common concern many males of all ages face. There can be numerous causes such as stress, anxiety, cardiovascular disease (including high blood pressure, and high cholesterol), diabetes, obesity, multiple sclerosis, prostate concerns, etc. As there are several causes that are serious if left untreated, it is important to discuss your concerns with […]
Put an End to Period Pain!
Posted on by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi
Many women suffer from menstrual period pain, however did you know that it is possible to have a period without pain?! In fact, a “normal” period should cause little to no pain! Shocked? Read on to learn more about how a naturopathic doctor can address your menstrual concerns. Naturopathic doctors are trained to identify the cause of your period […]
Managing Migraines
Posted on by Dr. Lisa Tabrizi
If you suffer from migraines, you know how debilitating and unbearable they can be. More than your typical “headache”, migraines can cause severe head pain, sensitivity to light/sound, nausea, vomiting, visual changes, and numbness and tingling. The symptoms of migraines are also similar to symptoms of a stroke, so if you have never experienced a migraine before or […]
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