The first few years of a child’s life are extremely critical and helps define their future nutritional health. Every body system develops during the first eight weeks after conception. Mothers will pass on healthy microbiome to our children during pregnancy, vaginal birth, and while breastfeeding. … [Read more...] about Pediatric Digestive Health
Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: Adolescent Mental Health
Q: My teenager suffers from depression and anxiety, are there natural medicine options to help her? A: While mood changes are normal in adolescence, one in five teens has a diagnosable mental health disorder and as many as one in three suffer from depression. Despite the high frequency, stigma … [Read more...] about Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: Adolescent Mental Health
Gratitude- an amazing key to better health
The word gratitude is derived from the Latin word gratia, which means grace, graciousness, or gratefulness. In some ways gratitude encompasses all of these meanings. Gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what an individual receives, whether tangible or intangible. With gratitude, people … [Read more...] about Gratitude- an amazing key to better health
Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: Women’s Health and Sleep
Q: I have trouble sleeping, could this be related to my hormones? A: Women are more likely than men to have disturbed sleep, with either difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. These problems often develop in mid-life and can occur in association with hormonal changes. There are … [Read more...] about Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: Women’s Health and Sleep
The Scoop on Inflammation and Heat
When we think of inflammation, we often think of localized pain somewhere in the body. An injury, for example, can elicit an acute inflammatory response. In addition, inflammation may be systemic and manifest in various parts of the body. Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture has its own … [Read more...] about The Scoop on Inflammation and Heat
Ask the CranioSacral Therapist…How do I lessen inflammation in my body?
Inflammation is an everyday occurrence in our bodies. It generally gets a bad reputation; however, it is necessary to protect our bodies and to allow them to heal. Inflammation occurs with injuries but also in normal daily activities. In both situations, cellular and tissue breakdown can occur (to … [Read more...] about Ask the CranioSacral Therapist…How do I lessen inflammation in my body?
