Maintaining balanced blood sugar levels is something that is important for many reasons. And although people don’t often complain about this in my NW Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice, they do complain about many of the symptoms associated with unbalanced blood sugar. So many symptoms are linked to this, and so few people are aware of […]
Stress is something everyone is familiar with, and it is something that impacts every area of your life. It can have a significant impact on your quality of life, as well as the quality of your relationships, your home and family life, your career, your energy levels, your mood, and so much more. Stress is […]
One of the most frequent concerns I see in my Northwest Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice is patients noticing abdominal weight gain, or the “spare tire” around their midsection. Most patients find this weight difficult to lose and are understandably frustrated! Weight loss in this area is not as simple as calories in vs. calories out, […]
Type 2 Diabetes is a very common condition that I see in my NW Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice, and it is also a condition that is highly influenced by a patients diet and lifestyle. By learning the impact of diet and lifestyle on blood sugar levels, patients can take an active and empowered approach to […]
Hair loss and thinning hair is something I treat commonly in my NW Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice. It can be caused by a variety of causes, and can be very devastating and scary for the patient. Causes can include hormone imbalances, autoimmune disease, stress, thyroid imbalance, and/or nutrient deficiencies, and much more, and can affect […]
Anti-aging is a topic that the majority of my patients are interested in at my NW Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice. It is natural for people to want to look their best for as long as possible, and age as gracefully as possible. There are so many options for anti-aging therapies, and a person can spend […]
Insomnia and poor sleep is a complaint I hear from quite a few patients in my NW Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice. A lot of patients take a long time to fall asleep, a lot don’t stay asleep, and a lot don’t wake rested even if they sleep for 8 hours. Good quality sleep is very […]
Sciatica can be a very painful and debilitating condition, and it is something I treat often in my NW Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice. This condition is often characterized by a one-sided leg pain that starts in the low back and moves down through the buttocks into the leg. The pain can go all the way […]
Frozen Shoulder is a condition I have treated successfully in the past 10 years in my NW Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice. Also known as Adhesive Capsulitis, symptoms include pain, stiffness, and decreased range of motion in the shoulder. These symptoms can occur after a period of injury, surgery, or over use, and are caused by […]
Food sensitivity testing is something I do very often in my NW Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice. I use it with patients of all ages (over the age of 2) and with a variety of health concerns. I always say that food can be your poison or your medicine, and this test offers my patients a […]