All Health Matters

This month we are all talking about Immune Systems and keeping families healthy this fall. Here is what I focus on as an Naturopathic Doctor experienced in health-care for kiddos, and a Mama. Little ones are going to get sick, it's part of their environment and developing immune systems. The goal is to prevent them …

Many of us are familiar with the idea that pregnancy can affect our digestion (hello morning sickness and constipation!), but what does digestion have to do with fertility before pregnancy even begins? The answer is LOTS!….

A food sensitivity is an immune system response that is triggered by a particular food we consume resulting in the formation of proteins called IgG antibodies (mainly). When we have an excess of these antibodies in our system it can cause inflammation in our body, resulting in a variety of symptoms such as digestive upset, …

Are you one of those people who experiences abdominal bloating no matter what you eat? Have you tried certain foods with no relief from abdominal discomfort? Have you been diagnosed with IBS but haven't noticed an improvement with probiotics? If any of this sounds like you, you could be living with a condition called small …

This month we are all talking about Gut Health. Not everyone likes talking about "bowel movements" (BM's), but sometimes the best way to know how the machinery is working, is by the product that it's making (and how often). Optimal digestion is free of any symptoms including heartburn, bloating, excessive gas, cramping, etc. and you …

Approximately 1 in 6 couples in Canada experience infertility at some point i their reproductive lives & the number is increasing. Acupuncture is a relatively safe and non-invasive way to improve your fertility outcomes. An irregular menstrual cycle is a common reason why a woman may run into trouble conceiving because she is not ovulating …

So, you've been told that you have "high blood pressure" or "high cholesterol"... but what does this mean? Did you know that it can mean something different for everyone? As Naturopathic Doctors, we are able to requisition blood work for cholesterol and inflammatory markers for the cardiovascular system, as well as assess blood pressure.Then, we …