Digestive health

The onset of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and heartburn often begin in times of grief, abuse or other major negative life events.  IBS is a multifactorial chronic disorder affecting 10-20% of the population worldwide. Of those with IBS, almost 40% experience bouts of anxiety and depression. 

When it comes to irritable bowel issues, in addition to considering food sensitivities, food quality or the handling, you may also consider an imbalance of the microbiome and how it interplays with relev…

How do you get to the root cause of your health problems? 

Take charge of your health

• recognize patterns
• remove obstacles
• repair damage
• rebuild health

The fist appointment with a naturopathic doctor is about an hour. Based on what is discovered in the first appointment, a treatment plan is created. Things like sleep hygiene, understanding how stress affects the body, diet tips and detoxifying naturally are a part of the…

The cabbage also known as cruciferous or brassica family helps support phase 1 and phase 2 detoxification of the liver. This means eating more of this family of vegetables provides support for your natural detoxification process. Your liver is in charge of over 300 jobs. Not a bad thought to give your liver a hand.

Interesting to note: broccoli contains abundant B vitamins, vitamin A, has more vita…

B12 deficiency has been estimated to affect about 40% of people over 60 years of age, and about 40% of the general population are on the lower end of normal.

Vitamin B12 deficiency can look like the signs and symptoms of diseases that are commonly associated with aging such as Alzheimer’s, dementia, cognitive disorders, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, and other neurological problems; depression and anxiety; cardiovascular disease; cancer; and low libido. If someone you love has these symptoms…

The microbiome shows distinct differences in pre and post menopausal women, a 2019 study reports. 

The change in microbiome could help us better understand the reasons for health decline in many post-menopausal women. The presence of estrogen protects against cardiovascular, metabolic disease and bone health. Now mounting evidence shows how the gut microbiota affects estrogen metabolism levels. It is unclear if the post-menopausal decline in estrogen is directly related to the change in divers…

Trillions of cells that live on our skin and line our gastrointestinal and urogenital tracts must be diversified and in balance to keep us fit. Woodlands and jungles thrive when several plant species populate the environment, so goes it for our microflora.

Naturopathic Medicine exists to strengthen and encourage optimal health. It is a practice that addresses the fundamentals of disease. It honours and cooperates with the healing power of nature. 

If you seek a carin…