Spotlight on Dr. Chelsea Cole ND - Juniper Family Health

July 23, 2024 Meghan van Drimmelen

My practice is all about finding ease. Whether it is with food and eating, hormonal shifts and menstrual cycles, or mental wellbeing. I am passionate about helping people experience better periods at all life stages, improved digestion & relationship to food, and improved mental health.

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 (…)

Using Food As Medicine For Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder - By Dr. Chelsea Cole, ND

February 6, 2019 Meghan van Drimmelen

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While mood swings, breast pain, and a number of other premenstrual symptoms are unpleasant for everyone who experiences them, some people are particularly affected. When these symptoms start interfering with daily living, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is the likely diagnosis. Learn how naturopathic medicine can help improve quality of life in those suffering from PMDD (…)

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 (…)

Omega-3 Fish Oil: What Your Parents Were Really Trying To Tell You - Dr Meghan van Drimmelen

November 20, 2018 Meghan van Drimmelen

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Have you ever wondered why fish is commonly called “brain food”? You might be surprised to learn that it isn’t just something that your parents invented in an attempt to convince you to finish your dinner as a child. In fact, most fish and seafood is chalk full of omega-3s, which contains the crucial fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) (…)