You may have heard the saying, “beauty starts from within,” and when it comes to skin health, this holds true. At Juniper Family Health, we are committed to helping you achieve optimal wellness, including the health of your skin. In this article, we delve into the top three supplements that can improve skin health from the inside out.
Read moreUnderstanding the Impact of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis on Fertility and Miscarriage - By Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen ND
As a naturopathic physician who works in the reproductive health field, I often encounter individuals struggling with fertility issues and recurrent miscarriages, and one of the common underlying factors I observe is Hashimoto's thyroiditis, also known as chronic autoimmune thyroiditis. In this article, we will explore the effects of Hashimoto's thyroiditis on reproductive health, including its impact on fertility and miscarriage, and discuss naturopathic supports that may help improve reproductive outcomes.
Read moreGetting to Know Your Menstrual Cycle: Emergency Contraception - By Dr. Chelsea Cole, ND
Understanding contraception, including emergency contraception, is an important part of sexual wellbeing. Learn more about your options in Dr. Chelsea Cole’s newest blog article (…)
Read moreGetting to Know Your Menstrual Cycle: Ovulation - By Dr Chelsea Cole, ND
Learn why ovulation is important beyond fertility, common causes of anovulation, and how you can determine whether or not you are ovulating (…)
Read moreWhat To Expect At An Initial Visit With A Naturopathic Doctor
Curious about what to expect from your first visit with a naturopathic doctor? Dr. Meghan Dougan, ND describes what your visit will look like and how our approach provides personalized, holistic care.
Read moreManaging Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) With Herbal Medicine - Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen
As a Naturopathic Doctor that has a special interest in women’s health, I often see patients seeking support for symptoms associated with their menstrual cycle. For some women, premenstrual symptoms can be a short and mostly insignificant blip on the radar; nothing more than a gentle reminder of what’s to come. However, for many women PMS can be caused by a fairly significant hormonal imbalance, which can lead to symptoms including depression, anxiety, cramps, mood swings, fatigue, breast tenderness, water retention and weight gain (…)
Read moreJuniper Family Health will be open from 9am until 5pm on Saturdays in the New Year!
Starting on January 5th, Dr. Chelsea Cole will be available for Saturday bookings, in addition to Monday and Tuesday from 10am until 6pm. She is excited about being able to accommodate those individuals that are unable to commit to appointments during the weekdays (…)
Read moreDietary Approaches to PCOS - Dr. Chelsea Cole, ND
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder that affects women of reproductive age. Learn how dietary changes can help improve hormone balance and reduce symptoms in women with PCOS (…)
Read moreLearn how to Quit Sugar Once and for All: A Naturopath's Guide
This is an addiction. For some, eliminating sugar is as difficult as quitting smoking cold turkey. So we've put together a list to help you learn how to quit sugar once and for all. A Naturopath's guide.
Read moreNatural Remedies for Children ~ Naturopath Approved
Bacteria and viruses are naturally present in every environment and because a child’s immune system is just getting built up, they get sick more often than adults. To boost your child's health, offer them healthy foods, ensure a good nights sleep, promote physical activities and when in doubt seek guidance from your local Naturopathic Doctor. A Naturopath can provide your family with regular well child visits at key developmental milestones in your child's life, and can offer acute visits for common childhood ailments. Here are 10 Naturopath approved remedies for children:
Read more15 Tips To Prevent Nausea & Vomiting In Pregnancy | Naturopath Victoria
Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy affects approximately three quarters of pregnant women in the first trimester. About half of all pregnant women experience both nausea and vomiting, one quarter experience nausea alone, and one quarter luck out all together (...)
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