There are no warning signs. No pain. No obvious symptoms. Nothing that tells you something is changing. Bone loss in perimenopause is entirely silent — until it becomes a problem. If you’re in your 40s, your bones are already in one of the most critical windows of your life. The decisions you make now — […]
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Warmer and brighter weather have you wondering how you can improve your metabolism?! Join me for a 60 mins virtual workshop “Master your Metabolism,” to learn the strategies to do so. We will discuss how to optimize your metabolism, debunk myths, and learn assessment tools & strategies to improve your body composition. Slide into the […]
Calling all women! Interested to learn more about hormones? I will be a guest speaker at Blueberry Clinic’s Virtual Women’s Health Series on Thursday June 11th. Sign up today by emailing blueberrytherapy@gmail.com. There is no fee and the program runs for a few weeks (different speakers each time). It is from 7:30-8:30pm. To learn more, check […]
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Hot flashes can seriously impact a woman’s quality of life during the perimenopause and menopause years. Perimenopause is defined as the years prior to menopause when women experience shorter, longer, and/or irregular menstrual cycles which can be attributed to decreases in hormones such as estrogen. This period can range from a few months up […]
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Women spend so much of their lives trying to not get pregnant. When the time comes to create baby, it can be confusing to know when to time intercourse in order to increases chances of conception. More and more women are delaying pregnancy until they are over 35 and in many cases over 40. […]
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Yoga has been around for over 5000 years (some sources say over 10 000!). In recent times, yoga has gained a lot of popularity, due to its benefits for health. Many of you are likely already aware of the benefits it can have on your physical strength, stress relief, cardiovascular system, and balance & […]
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Lab Work May Be Warranted! Laboratory testing is something I use regularly to assess my patients’ health. If you’ve been feeling low, depressed, or are experiencing mood swings, book an appointment to discuss this with me. We can assess what laboratory work you may need. Tests I order frequently include: CBC Ferritin (iron storage) B12 […]
I just spent the most incredible week of my life in Nicaragua at a surf and yoga retreat. I suspected the trip would be healing but never anticipated that the ocean would teach me so much about myself and life itself. Learning to surf for the first time was an incredibly humbling, challenging, and spiritual experience. The […]
Those who know me well know I am an avid reader and recommend numerous books in my practice. Here are my top 5 most recommended reads: Nutrition The Delicious Detox by Carol Morely, ND. I love this cookbook because it covers all the basics on healthy cooking in a concise manner. All of the recipes are delicious, […]
“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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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