Hot throughout the night or perhaps intermittently? Menopause is far from the only cause of waking up sweaty and throwing the blankets off. Often this is not a main symptom that new clients come in to have addressed but it is circled on the intake form. When I see this, I use it as a major clue as to which body systems are out of balance.
Dr. Tasreen Alibhai
Do you suffer from mood swings, water retention, headaches, brain fog, fatigue or anxiety about a week or two before you period? These menstrual related symptoms can have a significant impact on a woman’s quality of life. Continue reading
Dr. Tasreen Alibhai
In order to understand how your hormone levels may be affecting your health and possible symptoms related to a hormone imbalance, it is important to understand the key hormones involved. In the last newsletter I discussed Estrogen and its role in our body. The spotlight of this article will be on Progesterone, a key hormone that also plays a very important role in fertility, menstruation and may lead to symptoms when out of balance in relation to other hormones.
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Dr Jean Wong ND.
Glutathione is known as the “master anti-oxidant” that is made in the liver from 3 amino acids: glutamate, glucose and cysteine. [1]
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Dr. Tasreen Alibhai
The spotlight of this article will be on the primary female sex hormone, Estrogen. When the body’s hormones are in balance, the menstrual cycle may run smoothly. It is when things go out of balance that symptoms may arise. Continue reading
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.
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. 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.
First, lets talk about iron. If someone has risk factors, or is symptomatic for iron deficiency anemia, an iron study is completed or requested. Iron is essential for hair growth, a sudden drop in levels can even precipitate telogen effluvium (sudden loss of up to 30% of hair). Continue reading
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
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.