Cosmeceutical Skin Reactions – Common Culprits Revealed
The sun rises, you open your eyes, let out a big yawn, and finally decide to get out of bed. Your day has started. Breakfast is consumed… or not (but hopefully has been). E‑mails and…
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Nature’s Four Multivitamins – Naturopathic Perspectives
The question “Do I need to take a multivitamin?” is asked by people time and time again. The answer to that question depends on a few factors such as diet and nutrition, lab testing, gut…
Read MoreThe Dreaded Flu – Naturopathic Approaches
Cold weather drives humans indoors, which means we endure each other’s bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens more frequently.
Read MoreUrinary Tract Infections and the Association with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Small Intestine Bacteria Overgrowth (SIBO) – A Naturopathic Approach
Over 50% of women will suffer from a urinary tract infection (UTI) during their lifetime. One-third to one-half of these women will have a recurrent UTI within one year.
Read MoreChronic Pain : The Gut-Joint Axis
Chronic pain is a significant health issue, and it is estimated that one-half of those suffering with chronic pain have been suffering for longer than 10 years. An estimated 54.4 million North Americans have been…
Read MoreSmall Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth : Causes, Testing, Stages of Treatment Overview
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a term used to describe the result of movement of bacteria from the large intestine into the small intestine. SIBO is defined as a bacterial population in the small…
Read MoreHormones for Healthy Skin – A Naturopathic Approach
Most of us have heard that skin is the largest organ of our body. Our skin plays a crucial role in protecting us from pathogens and the elements, helping us eliminate waste material, regulating our…
Read MoreDiverticular Disease – Acute and Preventative Management
A large portion of people who see naturopathic doctors come with a chief concern of digestive issues. After months of scopes and bloodwork, they are often left without answers from their medical doctor and seek…
Read MoreGastrointestinal Reflux Disease – A Naturopathic Approach
Gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD) is the backwards flow of stomach contents into the esophagus, often referred to as “heartburn” or “acid reflux.” GERD most commonly results from increased abdominal pressure or a dysfunction of the…
Read MoreCurcumin – A Promising Intervention for Diabetes Prevention and Treatment
The core of diabetes prevention and treatment relies on diet modification and exercise. The outcomes delivered when such strategies are utilized are of a very large and important magnitude. Yet, the ability to include a…
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