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 moreAcupuncture For Stress & Anxiety | Acupuncture Victoria, BC
Acupuncture is a form of mindfulness meditation, as it allows the individual to engage in being and receiving as the needles guide the mind-body into a deep state of relaxation. Biomedically, acupuncture works with the brain by acting on the nervous system. This brain and nervous system communication regulates the parasympathetic nervous system, boosts mood through serotonin and dopamine release, and eases pain through relieving muscle tension and the release of endorphins (...)
Read moreAyuvedic Seasonal Self Care: Support Your Health During The Spring
According to Ayurveda, spring is the season of overflowing water where we begin to thaw out, melt, and soften. As winter tends to be a more lethargic time of year, it is now important to start clearing stagnation from the body both mentally and physically. Start by filtering out old thought patterns that no longer support your life; get your body moving in the morning to decrease congestion and promote energy flow; and finally, support your body’s natural detoxification pathways by adding in fresh bitter herbs and foods into your daily diet (...)
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 (...)
Read moreCommon Causes Of Fatigue In Naturopathic Practice | Naturopath Victoria
Fatigue is one of the most common reasons that people reach out to me for naturopathic care. Many don’t feel like their old selves; they have a hard time getting out of bed in the morning and feel sluggish throughout the day. They often push themselves to get through daily activities, whether it’s work, household errands, or taking care of their children (...)
Read moreNaturopathic Medicine Week 2017 | Naturopathic Clinics Victoria, BC
This week is Naturopathic Medicine week! Follow the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA) on Facebook to learn more about local events and contests (...)
Read moreHeal Your TMJ With Chiropractic Care | Chiropractor Victoria, BC
Learn all about the causes, symptoms, and chiropractic treatment options for TMJ syndrome from TMJ expert Dr. Dawn McElgunn DC (...)
Read moreSublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT): Seasonal Allergies | Naturopath Victoria
Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) is an injection free natural treatment that addresses the underlying cause of environmental allergies. The therapy involves exposing a patient to small doses of the allergen(s) under the tongue, which helps to re-train the immune system to become less reactive. This process is called desensitization, and can be used to treat hay fever, allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, and allergic asthma in adults, and children over 3 years of age (...)
Read more3 Naturopath Approved Supplements For A Healthier You | Victoria BC
You’ve probably heard of nutritional supplementation, but are unsure of where to start or whether or not it’s right for you. We want to clear up some confusion around supplementation by outlining the top 3 supplements we regularly recommend in our naturopathic practice in addition to a well-rounded whole foods diet (...)
Read moreNourishing Bone Broth | Naturopathic Doctor | Victoria BC
Homemade bone broth is an incredibly nutrient-dense, traditional recipe. Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) that are released from cartilage containing bones during broth making assist in maintaining gut integrity and supports healthy joints, skin, hair and nails. Bone broth is also a good source of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium, which work synergistically to support healthy bone mineral density and tooth enamel. Read on for our nourishing bone broth recipe (...)
Read moreDr. Dawn's Furry Friend Fundraiser | Naturopathic Clinics Victoria BC
On Monday, April 10th from 12 - 7pm Dr. Dawn is offering complimentary chiropractic treatments for individuals who bring in canned dog or cat food (pate style), pet towels, blankets, or sheets, 'Science Diet' kibble or other dry pet food, or pet toys to be donated to the BC SPCA. Contact the clinic to book your spot! Space is limited!
Read moreStress, Fatigue & Burnout: Cortisol & Adrenal Fatigue | Naturopath Victoria
We live in a very busy, stressful, on-the-go society. We work long hours while juggling the demands of family life, we sacrifice sleep, we rely on coffee to keep us awake, and reach for sugary foods for an extra energy boost. Over time these habits affect us physically, mentally, and emotionally. Learn how to take back your health and improve your energy levels by treating the underlying cause of your fatigue - STRESS (...)
Read more24-Hr Yogurt. Low In Lactose. Full Of Probiotics | Naturopath Victoria
Yogurt is a fermented dairy product that is created by adding beneficial bacterial cultures to warm milk. With temperature control and time the milk sugar, lactose, serves as a source of food for the introduced beneficial bacteria, which transform lactose into tart tasting lactic acid (...)
Read moreNatural Health Solutions For ADHD | Naturopathic Clinics Victoria BC
Parenting a child with ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) can be overwhelming and frustrating. Academics may be compromised, listening skills at home may be causing family tension, and emotional stress may take over your child as you’re trying to navigate your way through ADHD assessments and treatment options. Conventional stimulant therapy such as Ritalin, although can be effective, can cause unwanted side effects. Because of this, many parents are turning to naturopathic medicine for answers. In this blog article, Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen shares her 6-step evidence-based approach to managing ADHD naturally (...)
Read moreBack Pain, Neck Pain And Headaches | Chiropractor Victoria BC
Where does the pain come from? Most cases of back and neck pain are caused by nerve irritation from spinal joints that become locked or slightly misaligned due to muscle tightness, occupational stresses, prolonged standing, sitting, or from mild strain injuries, slips, falls, sports injuries, physical trauma, and foot problems. All of these factors lead to locked or misaligned spinal joints that irritate nerves and cause neck and back pain and also headache (...)
Read moreIBS Symptoms Caused By Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) - Dr. Carla Cashin, ND
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disorder of the gastrointestinal tract, presenting with symptoms of abdominal pain and altered bowel habits in the absence of an overt disease process. Unfortunately, standard treatments often provide little relief and those with IBS are left with symptoms that negatively affect their quality of life. The good news is new treatment protocols from leading hospitals in North America are being developed and combined with naturopathic approaches that focus on addressing a common root cause of IBS, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) (...)
Read more21-Day New Year Cleanse Challenge! | Naturopathic Clinics Victoria BC
Join us at Juniper Family Health for a naturopathic physician guided 21-day detox to cleanse your body and mind. Start your new year right! (...)
Read moreJuniper's Favourite Healthy Holiday Treats | Naturopath Clinics Victoria BC
Need some inspiration for your holiday baking? Look no further! Here Dr. Meghan van Drimmelen and Dr. Carla Cashin share their favourite holiday treat recipes (...)
Read moreDr. Dawn's Holiday Fundraiser! | Naturopathic Doctors Victoria BC
On Monday December 19th from 2 - 7pm Dr. Dawn is offering complementary chiropractic treatments for individuals who bring in a non-perishable food item to be donated to Anawim House (...)
Read more3 Home Remedies For The Common Cold | Naturopathic Clinic Victoria BC
If the common cold strikes your household this holiday season, try these 3 naturopath approved home remedies to help shorten illness duration, and get you feeling better faster (...)
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