Why we care about wildfire smoke Wildfire smoke is made up of several components, including carbon monoxide, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and particulate matter. Particulate matter (PM) is the main pollutant in wildfire smoke, and the amount of PM in the air increases when there are wildfires. The smaller the PM, the more our health…
Marijuana has become increasingly popular over the past decade. With legalization and recreational dispensaries now found on nearly every corner, cannabis use is skyrocketing. It’s often seen as relatively benign, especially when compared to alcohol or tobacco, however the data is not particularly supportive of this. One key issue is that the harms and side…
In the last few years Hollywood stars, wellness influencers, and the media have brought increased awareness to a class of medications traditionally used in the treatment of diabetes, and now being used for weight loss: glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonists. The incidence of chronic metabolic disease has continued to surge in the US and these…
Raising a healthy child is a journey that involves more than just doctor visits—it’s about the daily habits and choices you make as a family. In my previous blog, I discussed the essentials of naturopathic family medicine and how a holistic approach can support your child’s overall well-being. Today, I want to offer some practical…
In Naturopathic family medicine, health isn’t just about treating symptoms—it’s about nurturing the whole child. A holistic approach considers the entire body and mind, recognizing that every aspect of a child’s life plays a role in their overall well-being. This approach looks at the child not just as a patient but as a unique individual…
If you’re a high-risk Covid patient worried about coming into the clinic, we know your health journey does not get put on hold because of this pandemic. We are prepared with masks and filters as well as love and respect to continue serving you.
The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) was first identified in the Wuhan province of China late in 2019. Read on for how to protect yourself and use naturopathic care to stay healthy and have an appropriate and beneficial immune response.
Have you attempted to improve your health, but felt worse from trying? This can be caused by a “healing crisis”, and it often occurs when improvement in one part of the body causes problems in another part. Learn more about a healing crisis, and how our naturopathic doctors can help you overcome the unpleasant symptoms of a healing crisis.