Dr. Tasreen Alibhai
Dr Jean Wong ND.
Dr. Jennifer Luis, B.Sc., B.Ed., N.D.
Dr. Tasreen Alibhai
During recent months, the number of Canadians who report they are having higher levels of anxiety has increased significantly. A survey conducted by Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC.ca) reported a quadrupling of high levels of anxiety and doubling of high levels of depression through the pandemic.
Dr. Jennifer Luis, B.Sc., B.Ed., N.D.
Did you know that Naturopathic Physicians can have all sorts of prescription drugs, herbs and nutrients specifically made for your health needs? In the thyroid world, there is no one medication that makes everyone balanced yet it might seem like that sometimes! There are many ways to adapt for the desired effects.
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Dr. Jennifer Luis, B.Sc., B.Ed., N.D.
Hormones fluctuate daily, monthly and seasonally even in the best of times. Add stress, diet and sleep into the mix and sometimes it can be hard to figure out why you aren’t feeling yourself. Continue reading
Dr. Elizabeth Miller N.D.
Have a little extra time these days? Why not complete a diet check-in for adequate nutrition levels to support hair growth.
During a PRP screen, factors that go beyond PRP and hair are always assessed. While PRP may be the stimulus needed, your body’s “terrain” for supporting hair growth can be equally important.
Jessica Mosiuk
I think we can all say that we are experiencing stress right now. Feelings of uncertainty, financial anxiety, job loss, changes to daily routines: the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting each one of us in some way. While it is tempting to hide on the couch eating comfort food, I know, eating the right foods during times of stress makes us far more resilient to its effects. We also have an increased need for nutrients like antioxidants and B vitamins when stress is high. Continue reading
Dr. Jennifer Luis, B.Sc., B.Ed., N.D.
Now is the time to figure out your hormonal patterns!
Life has temporarily shifted for most people quiet drastically. Busy lifestyles can cause us to overlook the subtle hints that our bodies might be out of balance. For women in particular, menstrual cycles can provide huge clues to hormone imbalances of progesterone, estrogen, thyroid, cortisol, testosterone and insulin levels. Perhaps by taking the time to observe and record symptoms that are thought to be normal or “just part of life”, we can determine what is out of balance and then, more importantly, how to re-balance. Continue reading
1. Eat a well balanced diet that includes veggies (colors of the rainbow and lots of greens), protein and healthy fats and complex carbohydrates. Protein and vegetable every time you eat! Fruits and pre-cut veggies make great snacks, Include protein in your breakfast meal, half of your plate should be vegetables.