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.
Read moreThe Power of Diet in Managing PCOS: Exploring the Mediterranean Diet and Low Glycemic Index Foods - By Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen, ND
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder affecting women of reproductive age, often causing difficulty with weight management, insulin resistance, acne, menstrual cycle irregularity and fertility concerns. While there is no definitive cure for PCOS, adopting a healthy diet can play a crucial role in managing insulin resistance and its associated symptoms. In this article, we will explore the Mediterranean diet and low glycemic index foods as potential dietary approaches to support women with PCOS.
Read moreThe Impact of Exercise on Fertility: Understanding the Role of Intensity and BMI - By Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen, ND
Exercise plays a significant role in overall health and wellness, and it can also have an impact on fertility. However, the effects of exercise on fertility can vary depending on factors such as exercise intensity and BMI (Body Mass Index). In this article, we will explore the relationship between exercise and fertility, taking into account the intensity of exercise for both female and male partners.
Read moreThe Power of HIIT: Improving PCOS Symptoms One Workout at a Time - By Dr. Chelsea Cole, ND
Have you heard about avoiding high intensity exercises if you have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? The thought is that these activities increase cortisol levels, which can negatively affect hormone balance. In fact, there is a lot of online discussion these days about modifying your movement depending on where you are in your menstrual cycle, for a variety of different hormonal concerns, including PCOS. While it makes sense to tune into your body, and honor what you need, sometimes this conversation is filled with misinformation and can become another barrier to regular movement. So, I want to take some time to talk about recent research into the benefits of high intensity interval training (HIIT) for those with PCOS.
Read moreThe Fertility Benefits of Inositol in Women with PCOS - By Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen, ND
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects many women of reproductive age. In this blog article, Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen reviews how inositol naturally works in the body, and the evidence to support its use for improving fertility outcomes in women with PCOS.
Read moreHow To Reduce Toxin Exposure To Support Hormone Health - Dr. Courtenay Boer, ND
It’s no secret that our environment can affect our health. Factors are diverse, from the quality of the air we breathe, to the food we eat, to the clothes we wear and beyond. Environmental toxins are ubiquitous in our world and they have significant consequences for health and hormones. Many of these toxins have been found to have endocrine-disrupting properties, so we label them as endocrine-disrupting chemicals or EDCs. Some of these EDCs have been identified as xenoestrogens, which means they are exogenous (environmental) chemical compounds that mimic estrogen in the body and can modulate estrogenic activity (…)
Read moreThe Sunshine Vitamin & Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) - By Dr. Chelsea Cole
Now that the weather is warming up, exposure to sunshine will help increase vitamin D levels. While an adequate vitamin D level is important for many different aspects of health and wellness, it may be particularly helpful for those with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Read on to learn more (…)
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 moreWomen's Health - The Importance Of Ovulation - Dr. Carla Cashin, ND
Ovulation is a key moment of the menstrual cycle, where a mature egg is released from the ovary. It is an important physiological process obviously for fertility, but plays a fundamental role in women’s health beyond this as well (...)
Read morePolycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) | Acupuncture Victoria, BC
PCOS is more complex than the name presents as it often involves varying degrees of endocrine, cardiovascular, metabolic, and/or mental-emotional co-conditions. The following post focuses on PCOS awareness as a syndrome through a pathophysiology overview followed by the explanation of how acupuncture works as an effective treatment method (...)
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