Targeting the Gut to Improve Mental Health - By Dr. Meghan Dougan, ND

June 17, 2020 Carla Cashin

Learn all about the connection between mental health and gut health in Dr. Meghan Dougan’s newest blog article (…)

Managing Side Effects of Antidepressants - By Dr. Meghan Dougan, ND

January 25, 2019 Meghan van Drimmelen

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Antidepressant medications are sometimes necessary for those struggling with major depressive disorder, but it should be noted that settling with their side effects is not a requirement. Some of these side effects can be so debilitating for people that it results in stopping medication altogether. But stopping medication isn’t the only option and it shouldn’t be when that medication is able to hold depressive symptoms at bay. Managing side effects through Naturopathic support can help improve quality of life in those on antidepressants (…)

Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture, Have You Tried It?

May 9, 2018 Meghan van Drimmelen

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Auricular acupuncture became recognized in 1972 when a neurosurgeon discovered that acupuncture alleviated withdrawal symptoms in opiate dependent patients who were undergoing surgical analgesia. It is now used successfully in the treatment of addictions and behavioural health issues including stress and trauma.

Can Acupuncture Relieve Stress and Anxiety?

March 29, 2018 Meghan van Drimmelen

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It is normal to have feelings of anxiousness, being restless, and getting frazzled from time to time. Anxiety becomes a problem when you regularly feel overly worried, your body gets tense or you feel excessive worry/fear. This may mean that you have an Anxiety Disorder.