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 […]
Feeling Low or Down Lately?
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What I Learned from the Ocean
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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 […]
My Top 5 Favourite Books
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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, […]
What’s Morning Sickness All About?
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“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 […]
Advantages of Breastfeeding
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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 […]
Do You Know How to Check Your Breasts?
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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 […]
Put an End to Period Pain!
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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
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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 […]
Top 5 Reasons to Drink Chamomile Tea
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Chamomile tea is a pleasant tasting, caffeine-free, herbal tea with numerous health benefits. Need more convincing? Here are some of the top health benefits of one of my favourite teas: 1. Digestive aid. It helps soothe upset stomachs and muscle cramping associated with indigestion. 2. Anti-microbial. This tea is packed with anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties, which […]
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