Blood Sugar Hacks
As a naturopathic doctor, I often see patients who don’t realize that their daily ups and downs in energy, mood, and cravings are rooted in something deceptively simple, blood sugar instability. You don’t need to have diabetes for your blood glucose levels to impact how you feel. In fact, even subtle fluctuations, common in people […]
Menopausal Weight Gain
In my practice as a naturopathic physician, I often see women in their 40s and 50s who are doing everything right—eating well, staying active—yet still struggling with unwanted weight gain and declining energy. What they’re experiencing isn’t a failure of willpower. It’s a reflection of the profound hormonal changes that accompany perimenopause and menopause, changes […]
Hormone Health For Women – Naturally
Hormones are an integral part of a woman’s health and vitality, influencing everything from mood and energy levels to reproductive function and overall well-being. As a naturopathic doctor with a focus on women’s health, I emphasize the importance of maintaining healthy hormones throughout a woman’s lifespan. In this article, we’ll explore practical tips to support […]
Bioidentical Hormones – Research Update
The pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for perimenopausal and menopausal women have been hotly debated for many years. As a naturopathic physician, I’ve helped women navigate the choppy waters of menopause for over two decades. I believe that hormone management should be very individualized and I generally recommend lifestyle first, natural medicines […]
Menopause & Natural Medicine
Cool Hot Flashes Naturally Thrive through Menopause Our population is clearly shifting. By the year 2015, 50% of women will be post menopausal. In fact, with the prolongation of life expectancy, today’s average woman can expect to live at least one-third of her life in the post-menopausal phase. It is essential that women make informed […]