Entries by Dr. Ramona Charikar, Northwest Calgary Naturopathic Medicine

Treating PMS with Naturopathic Medicine

PMS is a condition I treat very commonly in my NW Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice, and while the symptoms that comprise this condition are common, they are symptoms that respond very well to Naturopathic treatments. Women can experience a wide variety of symptoms in the days leading up to menstruation, at various intensities and duration. […]

Treating Acne with Naturopathic Medicine

Acne is something that most people have experienced at some point in their lives, and it is a condition I see frequently in my NW Naturopathic Medicine practice. It is a condition that can have a significant impact on one’s self esteem and can contribute to anxiety and depression. It is usually characterized by pimples, […]

Treating Arthritis with Naturopathic Medicine

Arthritis is a very common condition that I treat in my NW Naturopathic Medicine practice. There are several types of arthritis, including Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, and Psoriatic arthritis. The treatment for each kind of arthritis can vary slightly, however for the purposes of this blog I am going to focus on the Naturopathic treatment of […]

Treating Seasonal Allergies with Naturopathic Medicine

Allergy season is upon us, and the symptoms patients experience can significantly impact their quality of life. I see many patients suffering from seasonal allergies in my NW Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice, and this blog will discuss the treatment options I use most often with my patients. Keep reading to learn more! From a Naturopathic […]

Treating Menopause with Naturopathic Medicine

I see women experiencing symptoms of Menopause and Perimenopause often in my NW Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice and so today I wanted to write a blog post on the many options Naturopathic Medicine has to offer women experiencing these symptoms. The experience is different for every woman in terms of the symptoms she is experiencing, […]

Calgary Naturopathic Medicine and Mesotherapy

Mesotherapy is a modality I have recently added to my growing Calgary Naturopathic Medicine practice, and I’m very excited to discuss this amazing treatment here.  Mesotherapy can treat a wide variety of concerns including acute and chronic pain, cellulite, and facial wrinkles. Mesotherapy involves the injection of homeopathics and nutrients millimeters under the skin, into […]

Why is healthy digestion so vital to good health?

As a Naturopathic Doctor practicing in Calgary, I see a lot of patients suffering from a multitude of digestive concerns; anything ranging from gas and bloating, to constipation, IBS, hemorrhoids, and diarrhea. A lot of patients live with these issues daily, believing that they are normal, or just not knowing how to treat these concerns. […]