Stress is a feeling that people have when they are overloaded and struggling to cope with demands. Two people can have the same stress, but the person who perceives it to be threatening may feel that...
What should Canadians do to protect themselves from viruses this season?As flu season approaches, Canadians are looking for ways to protect themselves from common viruses like influenza and coronaviru...
“I am planning to have a family in the future. Is it too early to start preparing now?” It’s never too early to build a healthy foundation for future conception. When a woman finds out she is pregn...
Your naturopathic doctor focuses on hormone balancing, stress reduction, optimizing nutrient absorption, and detoxification, with a special interest in fertility, pregnancy, and pediatric care. Here a...
On July 1, 2015, the Ontario Government proclaimed the Naturopathy Act, 2007.The Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors has provided this OAND press release yesterday to explain what this means t...
For the last 9 years, I have coached and treated hundreds of people in the area of stress management, an area that affects all of us at some point in our life. My own experiences helped me to underst...
I modified this recipe from The Wholesome Dish to make it Whole Life Challenge compliant. I substituted brown sugar for organic coconut sugar and skim milk for almond milk and made sure the canola oil...
Fall marks the end of summer fruit, but the flavours of the season can be just as sweet and savoury if you now what is best at this time of the year. Head out to your local farmers market to discover...
Did you know that acupuncture is a useful tool for stress management? An acupuncturist can select specific acupuncture points to instill calmness, improve sleep and energy. They will perform an inta...
Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food. — Hippocrates, father of medicine, 431 B.C.Did you know that you can treat a range of ailments by consuming certain foods, or eliminating others? It...
Is it really possible that one diet can heal most disease? And is it possible that you already know how to eat this way? What would you say if I told you there was one diet that can heal fatigue,...
Effective February 12, 2014, the services provided by naturopathic doctors are exempt of HST, as announced in the latest federal budget. The Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) has be...
How To Test For Gluten Intolerance (Celiac Disease) Gluten is a protein at the heart of such grains as wheat, barley, rye, spelt, kamut and triticale. You should be able to tolerate it just as you...
Wheat Belly – Can The Claims Be True? Wheat Belly is a bestselling book written by William Davis, an American cardiologist. He claims, “Lose the wheat, lose the weight, and find your path back to...
If you are restricting dairy, can you really get enough calcium? Calcium Rich FoodsCalcium is an essential mineral that is needed for bone mineralization (bones and teeth), muscle contraction (hear...
Are foods making you sick? Inflammation and chronic activation of the immune system due to food intolerance has been linked to: digestive disorders, migraines, obesity, chronic fatigue, ADD, aching...
Dr. Natalie’s Naturopathic Detox GuidelinesWhat is detoxification?Detoxification is the process of either clearing toxins from the body or neutralizing or transforming them. Functionally, poor digest...
Don’t forget to change your clocks when you go to bed on Saturday night. Daylight savings time ends this Sunday at 2 AM which means you’ll get an extra hour to sleep in on Sunday. Fire safety offi...
Far Infrared SaunaDetox, relax, lose weight the easy way with infrared… Many doctors now recommend an infrared sauna to their patients for a number of issues. Weight loss, blood pressure control, a...
Hello everyone, I finally figured out how to add a Facebook Page link to this website. Please join my Facebook Group Natdoctor News to stay connected to all the fun facts and updates to keep you i...
As I prepare for a weekend outdoors, I am reviewing what to do to stay cool, comfortable, and itch free. In order to keep from swelling from the heat, restrict sodium (whether it’s from the salt shake...
I was lucky to be invited by my good friends Ami and Jason Richter, co-founders of Lug Travel, to Joe Carter’s 1st annual golf tournament. Lug was a corporate sponsor for hole 11, and they provided t...
It’s that time of year again – itchy, watery, red eyes or sneezing, runny noses, and congestion or difficulty breathing, asthma or hives and eczema. It’s allergy time. Allergies are an over-reacti...
Dear friends, Effective May 26, 2020, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health amended Directive #2 to allow naturopathic doctors to: Provide all services by telepractice and Provide in-pe...
If you have the flexiblity to work from home, you may find it becoming harder and harder to stay in a healthy balance. Here is a great article from the Harvard Business Review on how differe...
My naturopathic practice is now virtual! You can book telephone or video consultations through my bookings page and you will be prompted to activate a new Client Portal throug...
If you have been following my Instagram account or Facebook account, you would notice that I’m sharing lots of pictures of what I’m eating and the nutrient content of the meals. The...
I like to add roasted root vegetables and hearty vegetables to my salads. You can do this simply on a baking sheet by cutting up a variety of healthy foods like: broccoli cauliflower carr...
You may have noticed that since your 30’s, your body doesn’t bounce back as easily. Whether that is because you don’t exercise, you indulge in too much food, or you’ve had babies, you see the ch...
Intermittent Fasting is not a diet, it is an eating schedule, and it can be safely used to help you lose weight, balance hormones, and burn fat. What does this eating schedule look like? It...
I am pleased to announce that I will be seeing in-person acupuncture clients in my new space starting November 1, 2022. Join me in Markham at Warden and Highway 7! You can book your...
Acupuncture is an ancient form of healing within Traditional Asian Medicine that helps to increase circulation locally, and stimulate energy called “qi” within the body’s meridians. The body’s m...
Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years in Traditional Asian Medicine. The practice today is safe and strictly follows clean needle techniques. In my practice, I only choose “pati...
Now that I’m back in the clinic for acupuncture services, I’d like to share the procedures that will keep you safe. HEPA filters in every room Face masks in common areas All trea...
Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to treat a wide range of health conditions, from chronic pain to insomnia. Despite its long history and proven effectiveness, there are still many myth...
5 Reasons TCM Acupuncture May Be For You Although acupuncture is thousands of years old, its popularity continues to rise as more and more people seek out treatments that are safe, medici...
In a world increasingly dominated by modern medical approaches, there’s a profound wisdom that hails from the ancient practices of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). At its core, TCM embraces the...
Acupuncture is an ancient practice that has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of health conditions, including pain. This traditional Chinese medicine involves the insertion...
Can Acupuncture Help with Chronic Knee Pain? In many cases, yes! Chronic knee pain can significantly impact daily life, and it’s essential to explore effective treatments. Acupuncture, a gentle...
In today’s busy and fast-paced world, it’s easy for our health to get overlooked. People who deal with chronic illness, each day can feel like a never-ending challenge for them. Stress, pain, alle...
Acupuncture for Digestive Conditions Did you know that the integration of Acupuncture and Naturopathic Medicine can effectively address digestive concerns? Acupuncture has demonstrated effic...
Acupuncture has gained widespread popularity as a complementary or alternative treatment for various health conditions. From relieving aches to improving sleep, let’s explore the many health condi...
Acupuncture for Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis PainResearch indicates that acupuncture can effectively reduce pain associated with both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Despite their...
Managing Seasonal Allergies As spring unfolds, so does the onset of allergy season. A considerable number of patients are already experiencing the transition in weather through various alle...
Micro Current Facial Rejuvenation: A Holistic Approach to Youthful Skin Overview: Micro Current Facial Rejuvenation is a comprehensive system designed to reverse the signs of aging by up to...
