Frequently Ask Questions

Naturopathic medicine is a distinct health care profession that utilizes traditional medicines with evidence-based science to create natural and holistic solutions to disorders and diseases. Naturopathic medicine focuses heavily on disease prevention and getting to the root cause of the symptoms. Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are trained as primary care providers who manage patients with acute and chronic conditions, while addressing disease and dysfunction at the level of body, mind and spirit. In Ontario, “naturopath”, “ND”, and naturopathic doctor” are protected titles.

Infertility is defined as not being able to get pregnant after 6 months to a year of trying (depending on age).

Symptoms of an underlying issue include:

• Abnormal, irregular or painful periods
• No periods
• Skin changes, including more acne
• Changes in sex drive and desire
• Dark hair growth on the lips, chest and chin
• Loss of hair or thinning hair
• Unexplained weight gain
• Hot flashes
• Painful intercourse or inability to have intercourse
• Milky breast discharge

Yes, age can be a factor in fertility but it isn’t the only factor.

Below are some of the common postpartum depression symptoms–

• A. Feeling restless or slowed down
• Feeling sad most of the day
• Loss of interest or pleasure in all or most things, including the baby
• Extreme irritability, frustration, or anger
• Feelings of hopelessness
• Trouble sleeping even when the baby is sleeping
• Loss of appetite or eating too much
• Difficulty thinking, concentrating or making decisions
• Crying for no reason
• Overwhelming feelings of guilt, worthlessness or inadequacy
• Scary thoughts about harming your baby
• Anxiety or panic attacks
• No desire to be with friends or family
• Excessive worrying about your baby’s health
• Suicidal thoughts or frequent thoughts of death

Presently, the exact cause of PCOS is unknown. Some experts lean toward the theory that it might be a genetic, inherited condition since women who have it are more likely to have a sister or mother who also has it. Most feel that women with PCOS have a defect in insulin or insulin secretion that leads to the disease, that is why women with PCOS are more likely to get diabetes.

No. The appearances of acne and rosacea can be very similar, but they are not the same skin condition. Rosacea tends to impact people in their 30s or 40s and beyond. Rosacea is more likely to produce a rose-color look from redness, flushing, and broken blood vessels. You can get pimple-like bumps on the nose and cheeks but they usually don’t come to a head and cannot be popped.

The most common reasons for chronic inflammation include:

• Autoimmune disorders, such as lupus, where your body attacks healthy tissue.
• Exposure to toxins, like pollution or industrial chemicals.
• Untreated acute inflammation, such as from an infection or injury.

Some lifestyle factors also contribute to inflammation in the body. Factors such as chronic stress, excess alcohol, smoking, and high BMI can contribute to inflammation