Empowering Autoimmune Wellness: Understanding and Addressing Underlying Factors
EMPOWERING AUTOIMMUNE WELLNESS: UNDERSTANDING AND ADDRESSING UNDERLYING FACTORS with Luke Szabo Described as your body mistakenly attacking its own tissues and organs, the diagnosis of autoimmune disease can feel somewhat disempowering for many people, walking away thinking that their own body has turned against them for some unknown reason and there is nothing that they […]
Nourishing the Body, Calming the Immune Storm: A Deep Dive into the Therapeutic Potential of the AIP Diet for Autoimmune Diseases
NOURISHING THE BODY, CALMING THE IMMUNE STORM: A DEEP DIVE INTO THE THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL OF THE AIP DIET FOR AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES with Jessie Johns Autoimmune diseases, a diverse group of conditions where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells, can be challenging for both practitioners and patients to manage. When navigating the complexities […]
Enhancing Well-being: Occupational Therapists Involvement in Managing Autoimmune Conditions
Enhancing Well-being: Occupational Therapists involvement in Managing Autoimmune Conditions with Hayley Bowers Living with autoimmune conditions can present unique challenges, impacting most areas of life. Simple, everyday tasks become monumental challenges, affecting independence, social interactions, and overall quality of life. Occupational therapists (OT’s) recognise the multifaceted nature of these challenges. Whether it’s the frustration of […]
Understanding PANS – Exploring Natural Therapies
UNDERSTANDING PANS – EXPLORING NATURAL THERAPIES with Kristie Folkes Do you suspect PANS is the cause of your child’s behavioural changes? Has your child suddenly displayed behaviour that is confusing and seems out of line with their Character? Did the behaviour begin following an infection, an injury or even a traumatic event? Has your child […]
Nurturing Harmony: Exploring Natural Therapies for Children’s Behaviour
NURTURING HARMONY: EXPLORING NATURAL THERAPIES FOR CHILDREN’S BEHAVIOUR with Kristie Folkes Understanding BehaviourChildren’s behavior can be influenced by a multitude of factors, including genetic predispositions, environmental influences, social interactions, diet, and lifestyle. Emotional challenges, anxiety, attention disorders, and developmental issues can manifest through behavioral difficulties such as temper tantrums, aggression, difficulty focusing, and restlessness. Our […]
Unlocking Happiness and Well-Being: The Benefits of 5-HTP and Serotonin
UNLOCKING HAPPINESS AND WELL-BEING: THE BENEFITS OF 5-HTP AND SEROTONIN with Reine DuBois Serotonin, often referred to as the “feel-good” neurotransmitter, plays a crucial role in maintaining our mental and physical well-being. 5-HTP (5 Hydroxytryptophan), a precursor to serotonin, has gained attention for its importance in our daily lives. FIVE ROLES OF SEROTONIN Serotonin, a neurotransmitter […]
An Approach to Treating Mental Health using Acupuncture
AN APPROACH TO TREATING MENTAL HEALTH USING ACUPUNCTURE with Becky Martin Acupuncture has the ability to access the body’s nervous system, creating a balance between the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis, activating the parasympathetic nervous system and creating a balance with an over activated sympathetic nervous system response. This is a fantastic tool because, although sessions often do […]
Blood Sugar and Mental Health
BLOOD SUGAR AND MENTAL HEALTH with Jessie Johns Balancing Blood Sugar Levels: The Key to Optimal Mental Health Regardless of your age, gender, or diabetes status, maintaining stable blood sugar levels is essential for your overall health. It’s the conductor of your metabolic symphony, the guardian of your mental health, and the regulator of your […]
Why do I have to pay for some of my blood tests when I visit an Integrative Doctor or Naturopath?
WHY DO I HAVE TO PAY FOR SOME OF MY BLOOD TESTS WHEN I VISIT AN INTEGRATIVE DOCTOR OR NATUROPATH? with Reine DuBois When you visit an integrative doctor or naturopath, you might wonder why you have to pay for some of your blood tests. This payment requirement stems from various factors related to healthcare […]
SAMe and Mental Health: A Natural Boost for Emotional Well-being
SAMe AND MENTAL HEALTH: A NATURAL BOOST FOR EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING with Reine DuBois Mental health is a critical aspect of our overall well-being, affecting our thoughts, emotions, and behaviour. Conditions like depression, anxiety, and mood disorders can significantly impact our quality of life. While there are various treatment options available, many individuals are turning to […]
Occupational Therapy from an Integrative Lens
Introducing Hayley Bowers, Occupational Therapist. As an Occupational Therapist, Hayley supports adults and teen’s living with chronic health and mental health conditions to build function and independence in their daily tasks and lives. Hayley has been shaped by her own chronic health and healing journey, which has empowered her to understand the complexities and stressors […]
Low Level Laser Therapy (Photobiomodulation) – as a potential treatment in the management of neuropathic pain?
Neuropathic pain is one of the most difficult to treat of all chronic pain conditions. This severe and sometimes unrelenting type of pain, is often described as burning, painful, cold or electric shocks and may be associated with tingling, pins and needles, numbness or itching. Neuropathic (nerve) pain is caused by damage, injury or dysfunction […]
