One aspect of my work that I love is working with women and couples who are keen to examine their health in preparation for trying to get pregnant and grow a family. We know that being in an optimal state of health contributes to a vibrant pregnancy and a healthy
One very common concern I see from my patients in perimenopause and menopause is bothersome weight gain. “I haven’t changed my diet at all — I eat the same way that I have for the last decade, and yet I’ve gained 10-15lbs. in the past year. I workout, but it’s
Endometriosis is a common, and unfortunately commonly under-diagnosed pain condition that occurs in people who menstruate. It is estimated that 10-15% of women have endometriosis (meaning, around 1 in 10 women – and that is a conservative number). It is characterized by extremely painful or crippling menstrual cramps, along with
If you are suffering from fatigue, anxiety, irregular periods, skin trouble, or weight gain, your progesterone (or lack thereof!) might be to blame. While these symptoms can be triggered by other causes like low iron, hypothyroidism, low vitamin D, cortisol imbalance, just to name a few, progesterone might certainly be
If you have ever suffered from unusual fatigue, weight gain, dry skin, menstrual irregularities, or cold intolerance, hopefully you had your thyroid hormones checked. One of the most common conditions I treat in my practice is hypothyroidism, which is a very common hormone disorder involving a low-functioning thyroid gland. Hypothyroidism
Painful periods affect more than half of women who menstruate. When period pain is not caused by another condition, like endometriosis, it is due to excess inflammatory mediators that play a role in the monthly cycle. This causes a decrease in blood flow to the uterus, leading to cramping and
We are thrilled to announce that Restoration Health Clinic is now approved as the first CNME (Council on Naturopathic Medical Education) accredited post-graduate Residency Program for naturopathic graduates from Canadian naturopathic colleges. This program is directed by Dr Julie Durnan ND and is a two-year full-time program that consists of
