PCOS is a metabolic condition. Learn more about naturopathic support for PCOS in Calgary.

Women's Health is garnering more and more attention. Symptoms are starting to be addressed and solutions widely discussed in the medical field. Consider the following: · breast cancer · ovarian cancer · cervical cancer · uterine cancer · thyroid cancer · OR any other female reproductive condition such as: PCOS, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, infertility, pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS), cervical dysplasia (precancerous cells found on cervix), etc. · OR any thyroid condition su

Have you experienced either of these symptoms or been diagnosed with any one of the following conditions? Thyroid dysfunction (hypothyroid/hyperthyroid/autoimmune thyroid) HPA axis dysfunction (not waking up rested in the morning, second wind of energy at night, always on-the-go etc.) Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Endometriosis Uterine Fibroids Menopause/Perimenopause weight & mood changes Cervical dysplasia (pre-cancerous cell growth on cervix) Irregular periods Premen

June is Thyroid awareness month in Canada. The thyroid gland is integral in its contribution to the functioning of our bodies. It is located in the middle of the neck, in front of the trachea. It is often referred to the gland that resembles a “butterfly” shape, given its two lobes. The thyroid gland is a part of the endocrine system (the system regulating hormones) and is responsible for producing thyroid hormone. The thyroid gland plays an significant role in our body’s met

Acne is a skin condition in which the hair follicles in the skin become clogged with oil and skin cells and may also be accompanied by bacteria & inflammation. Signs of acne may include: Lesions: Comedones (open comedones = blackheads; closed comedones = whiteheads), Pimples that include pus (pustules), Large tender bumps under the skin (nodules), Cystic pockets under the skin’s surface Tenderness localized to an area Location: face, back, chest, sometimes upper arms as well

According to the World Health Organization 2018, Breast Cancer is the leading form of cancer worldwide along with Lung Cancer. Breast cancer begins in mammary cells (breast tissue cells) and depending on the type of tumour, stage at diagnosis and aggressive nature of the tumour, the cancer may metastasize (or spread) to other parts of the body. The most common types of breast cancer include invasive ductal carcinoma (beginning in the ductal cells of the breast) and lobular

This article is not just for all the women out there. Men, you will also realize at some point in your life, that your loved ones might be struggling with PMS and/or PMDD. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) , commonly referred to as PMS, includes mental-emotional and physical symptoms that a woman may experience 7-14 days prior to a menstrual period, or in more severe cases, all month long. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is the presence of PMS symptoms (see below), with

Estrogen metabolism is the process by which estrogen is broken down and eliminated from our bodies in both males & females. There are more protective and less protective metabolites of estrogen available from the breakdown of the various forms of estrogen. Ideally, more harmful forms of estrogen would be detoxified in the liver. These forms may pose a risk for cancer and inflammatory disease. Depending on what factors are affecting our lives, estrogen metabolism may also be i

Hormone imbalance is a non-specific and broad term; it is also not a diagnosis. Hormones are produced, used as signalling messengers and then broken down. All of the many hormones and their roles make up the endocrine system. Hormones work in relativity to one another and may impact one another, which is why often focusing on one hormone or hormone group may not necessarily help address the root cause of symptoms. There is a relativity that is considered from case to case ver

Stress is one of those things that we all experience. But, we all cope with stress in different ways! From an evolutionary perspective, we require stress. For example, if I see a bear, I would be stressed. This is the "fight or flight" part of the nervous system that begins to kick in. But, if I had the stress of meeting a deadline in 1 week - hopefully that same "fight or flight" response wouldn't also be kicking in at that time - as that is a long time to be in that "fight