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Bio Resonance Cellulite Therapy Package

Cellulite Therapy with Bio Resonance We are pleased to announce Dr. Angelina Riopel, ND now offers a non-invasive, pain-free cellulite therapy. Bioresonance is a non-invasive, pain-free therapy that uses electromagnetic frequencies to balance and detoxify the body. The therapy addresses cellulite locally by improving detoxification, blood and lymphatic flow locally, improving circulation and reducing water retention. Collagen, the structural element of the skin, is strengthened and the skin becomes more smooth, firm and toned. There is also systemic improvement of circulation and lymphatic flow, as well as hormonal regulation. […]

By Innate Wellness|2024-06-13T02:59:27-04:00April 27th, 2016|Announcements, Detoxification/Cleanse, Weight Loss|Comments Off

Healthy Weight Loss

By Dr. Angelina Riopel, ND Weight loss is a big business. It is confusing and we have been sold the idea of quick fix, dramatic weight-loss that is often not healthy nor sustainable. Unfortunately this often leads to yo-yo dieting, dramatic weight-loss then the inevitable weight gain, and do it all over again. So what is a healthy diet? How does one achieve a healthy weight? […]

By Dr. Angelina Riopel ND|2024-10-23T08:13:18-04:00April 27th, 2016|Digestion, ND Editorial, Nutrition|Comments Off

A Holistic Approach to Cellulite

By Dr. Angelina Riopel, ND It is estimated that approximately 90% of females over the age of 35 have been have some degree of cellulite. It does not just affect those that are over-weight, although excess body fat can make the appearance of cellulite worse. Many factors influence the development of cellulite. Female anatomy, hormones, blood and lymphatic circulation, diet and lifestyle factors all contribute to the formation and appearance of cellulite. Contributing factors to cellulite formation and appearance: 1. Hormonal stimulation of fat cells, primarily by estrogen. Estrogen stimulates fat cell production and growth and fat cells make estrogen – its a vicious cycle. Exposure to environmental toxins and sub-optimal detoxification by the liver can lead to a build up estrogens, which is termed ‘estrogen dominance’. Environmental exposure of estrogens is significant. ‘Xenoestrogens’ are a sub-category of chemicals called endocrine disruptors, which are known to alter the normal function of our hormones. Sources include plastic – bottled water and any food sold and prepared in plastic should be avoided. Skin care and beauty products, insecticides sprays, and many other products contain endocrine disrupting chemicals. The Environmental Working Group provides a comprehensive database of environmental toxin sources. (www.ewg.org). Estrogen metabolism happens primarily in the liver. The liver breaks down estrogen, along with many other substances, so they can be eliminated by the body. When the liver is over-burdened or sluggish, estrogens are not efficiently eliminated from the body. Our primary goals are: Decrease exposure to environmental toxins Keep liver function efficient. Consume plenty of green leafy vegetables, bitter greens and herbal bitters. The bitter flavor stimulates the livers production of bile improving digestion and releasing toxins through the bile. Balance estrogen levels. Consumption of [...]

By Dr. Angelina Riopel ND|2024-06-26T07:21:58-04:00April 6th, 2016|ND Editorial|Comments Off

Acupuncture for Allergies Package

It’s finally that time of year where April showers start turning into May flowers. It is also the beginning of Allergy Season, which for many of us is the start of dealing with symptoms such as runny nose, sinus congestion, itchy eyes, sore throats, headaches and possibly skin reactions. Treat your allergies with acupuncture!! Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture has been treating allergy symptoms for thousands of years with great success. Paired with dietary and lifestyle changes, acupuncture can help treat your symptoms but will have long lasting effect reducing the chance of any symptoms returning in the future. This year we are offering an Acupuncture for Allergies Package to help you nip your allergies in the bud (literally!). This includes: Initial acupuncture intake 3 follow-up acupuncture sessions Price $350 (save $50). *Additional sessions can be bought at our regular package rate of 3 sessions for $255. Please call our High Park or Annex location to book an appointment or for more information.

By Innate Wellness|2024-06-19T03:09:40-04:00April 5th, 2016|Allergies, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture|Comments Off

7 Secrets of Successful Skin Aging

By Dr. Kathleen Regan, ND Glowing skin is often interpreted as a sign of “well-being” and “health” in humans. Many anti-aging strategies target our desires to appear young and healthy. Aging is a complex process with different organs aging at different rates. Yet, it is the skin that shows the first obvious marks of passing time. Aging skin is a normal process and ‘successul aging’ should focus on healthy and active participation in life. Preventative dermatology looks at delaying aging through a combination of methods. The goal is to achieve healthy, smooth, blemish-free, translucent and resilient skin OR to get the skin “looking better” but not younger per say. This is the realistic goal of anti-aging techniques that people need to understand. The following seven steps will help you to achieve your best skin and delay age-related changes. […]

By Dr. Kathleen Regan ND|2024-06-14T03:14:01-04:00April 5th, 2016|ND Editorial, Skin Hair & Nails|Comments Off

Natural Pregnancy Free Spring Lecture Series

Join us for our free Spring Lecture Series on Pregnancy. Each week, one of our practitioners will be speaking on their area of expertise. T Whether you are thinking about getting pregnant, are already pregnant or are preparing for delivery, complementary care can be a great support! Contact us at Innate Wellness Naturopathic Medical Centre to learn more! 416.760.9424. Sign up to reserve your spot - space is limited. If you are just thinking about pregnancy and are curious about fertility check our Free Spring Lecture Series on Fertility at our Annex Location Week 1: Naturopathic Support for Pregnancy and Beyond! with Dr. Kathleen Regan, ND Dr. Kathleen Regan, Naturopathic Doctor Wednesday, May 4rd, 7-8pm, 5 Quebec Avenue, Toronto Dr. Regan offers naturopathic support for moms-to-be through nutritional counseling, herbal medicine, supplementation and acupuncture. Wondering how your nutrition requirements change throughout pregnancy? Which herbs are safe to take and which are not? Are all pregnancy vitamins created equal? Join Dr. Regan for a short talk and open Q & A on all your pregnancy questions. Week 2: The Pregnancy Diet—Healthy Eating for Mothers To Be with Liane Wansbrough, CNP Liane Wansbrough, Holistic Nutritionist Wednesday, May 11th, 7-8pm, 5 Quebec Avenue, Toronto Holistic Nutritionist Liane Wansbrough is passionate about good food and helping you understand why it’s important to feed yourself and your baby well. As a mother of two children, Liane found most information about eating for pregnancy overwhelmingly focused on the negative: avoid this, avoid that. Her approach to diet is to educate women about how to capitalize on the many positive things food can do to promote health at critical points during a baby’s development. Join Liane [...]

By Innate Wellness|2024-06-11T09:52:05-04:00March 1st, 2016|Fertility, Post Natal Care, Upcoming Events at Innate|Comments Off

Naturopathic Preconception Planning

By Dr. Angelina Riopel, NDPreconception Care Plan for FertilityPreconception is a vital yet often overlooked step in preparing for pregnancy. Naturopathic preconception planning focuses on improving overall health, optimizing fertility and supporting a healthy pregnancy journey. By addressing factors like hormonal balance, nutrition, and lifestyle, this proactive approach can improve your chances of conception and improve pregnancy outcomes.Ideally, preconception care should begin at least three months to a year before the desired conception date. This period allows for tracking the menstrual cycle and ovulation, identifying factors that impact egg and sperm quality and improving overall preconception health. During this time, potential nutritional deficiencies will be addressed and a customized preconception care plan may include detoxification or lifestyle adjustments tailored to your needs.The following is a detailed outline of key areas addressed during naturopathic preconception planning, ensuring your body is prepared for a healthy pregnancy, delivery, and baby.Preconception Diet & Nutrient DeficienciesDietary changes should start well before trying to conceive, as proper nutrition plays a critical role in preconception care. Many essential nutrients, such as fatty acids, proteins, minerals and fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin D, are stored in the body for future use. Without adequate stores, the body prioritizes fetal development, leaving the mother at risk of deficiencies that may affect her health. Identifying and addressing nutritional status through a combination of diet and prenatal supplements is key to supporting a healthy pregnancy.A nutrient-dense diet rich in whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, quality proteins and a variety of fruits and vegetables is encouraged during the preconception period. Foods that trigger inflammation or allergies should also be removed to optimize reproductive health and ensure the body is ready for conception. This proactive approach helps lay the foundation [...]

By Dr. Angelina Riopel ND|2025-02-11T03:47:38-05:00March 1st, 2016|Fertility, ND Editorial, Nutrition|Comments Off

Acupuncture, Fertility & Labor with Matthew Richardson, R.Ac.

Matthew Richardson, Registered Acupuncturist at Innate Wellness, High park, is an experienced acupuncturist who has spent a lifetime studying martial arts, Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture. One thing many people don’t know about Matthew is his experience in fertility, pregnancy, labor and delivery. Wondering about how acupuncture can help fertility? Concerned about the labor and delivery process? Matthew has personal experience and many tips to help you conceive and deliver your baby on your terms! Matthew Richardson, Registered Acupuncturist Q1. For those of us that don’t know – what exactly is acupuncture and how does it work? This is the most common question I get, and the hardest one to answer. The textbook kind of answer is this : Acupuncture is a Traditional Chinese Medical practice that has been practiced, passed down and improved on for over 2000 years and involves the insertion of very thin sterile stainless steel needles into very specific points on the body. The stimulation of these points have the effect of regulating blood pressure, reducing pain, regulating the nervous system and promoting proper organ function. These combined effects are useful for treating any pain, symptom or disease of the body. Put simply though, acupuncture stimulates the body to heal itself. Health is a state of balance. Your best health comes from you, and acupuncture is the means by which we can improve the body’s function when it has lost balance. As a side note, when people ask me about acupuncture I often suggest they come in to experience a session. There is a look that people have when you ask them to do something they have never imagined themselves doing before [...]

By Innate Wellness|2024-06-11T10:09:48-04:00March 1st, 2016|Fertility, Innate Wisdom Practitioner Q&A, Post Natal Care, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, Women's Wellness|Comments Off

The Damiana Chocolate Love Liquor

By Dr. Kathleen Regan, ND I am a huge fan of herbal medicine. And sometimes I like to have a little fun with special herbs! With Valentine’s Day around the corner I thought we might spice up your evening with a homemade remedy. This natural aphrodisiac is tasty and easy to prepare ahead of date night. Adapted by one of my favourite herbalists, Rosemary Gladstar in her Family Herbal book. The main medicinal ingredient is ‘Damiana’, a herb known to relieve anxiety, improve libido and treat erectile dysfunction or even female impotence. 1 Ounce of Damiana Leaves 2 Cups of Brandy 1.5 Cups of Spring Water 1 Cup of Honey Vanilla Extract Almond Extract Rose Water Chocolate Syrup […]

By Dr. Kathleen Regan ND|2024-07-22T08:35:43-04:00February 4th, 2016|Nutrition, Sexual Health|Comments Off

Healthy Heart Superfoods

‘Prevention is definitely the best medicine when it comes to heart health’. By Dr. Kathleen Regan, NDHealthy hearts are predicted by:Normal blood pressure (~120/80mmHG),Balanced lipid profile (Low Total Cholesterol, Low LDL, High HDL, Cholesterol Ratio)Body mass index between ~18 and 24.Cardio-vascular problems such as hypertension, high cholesterol and obesity are caused by a perfect storm of poor nutrition, high inflammation and poor immune function. Much of this can be avoided or even remedied with diet and lifestyle.Balanced consumption of carbohydrates, protein and fat feeds a hungry heart, fights inflammation and balances the immune system. Specific vitamins and minerals are required daily for the heart to function and most of these can be found in food. But what do these ‘heart friendly’ foods actually do to protect our hearts? Whether you are in wellness mode or struggling with cardiovascular issues, understanding how your foods work will help you to make the right choices. […]

By Dr. Kathleen Regan ND|2025-04-11T08:36:19-04:00February 4th, 2016|Cardiovascular Health, Nutrition|Comments Off