Acne and Your Microbiome – Naturopathic Perspectives
Acne vulgaris is one of the most common, chronic skin conditions. Up to 80–90% of the population will experience some degree of acne.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease – Exploring the Link
We often think of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) as a hormonal disorder, but it’s also (and maybe even predominantly) a metabolic one.
Read MoreMultiple Sclerosis – Is It Just an Autoimmune Condition?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the result of a series of intricate changes within the body that ultimately lead to rapid decline physically, cognitively, and, of course, emotionally. Let’s look at the stats.
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 MoreYour Gut and Your Health : Delving into Your Digestive Garden
A healthy gut is a crucial part of maintaining your overall health. It seems today that many diseases and health concerns have root in an imbalanced gut. The foods we consume, the stresses we experience,…
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 MoreTopicals to Manage Dry Skin in the Winter : Beating the Winter Itch
Gingerbread, candy canes, festive holidays… snow shovelling, shivering at the bus stop, and dealing with a dead car battery. People tend to fall into two camps, they are either itching for winter, or are frustratingly…
Read MoreHeart Disease – How Dangerous Is it?
To begin discussing this topic, we should first review the mechanisms behind developing CVD, so that we can discuss ways to prevent it as well as reverse it once an individual has developed it. As…
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…
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