Migraines and Diet

by Kathleen Regan, ND Migraines are disabling headaches that often occur with sensory or motor changes including: • sensitivity to light, noise, and smells, • nausea and vomiting, • upset stomach, • loss of appetite, • fatigue, and dizziness. Aside from food sensitivities, there are a number of diets which have been found to relieve intensity or frequency of migraines. […]

By |2023-07-27T04:52:25-04:00June 14th, 2023|Allergies, Digestion, Mental Clarity, Migraines, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Pain and Fatigue|Comments Off on Migraines and Diet

Emotional Freedom Technique

By Dr. Angelina Riopel, ND EFT is a form of psychological acupressure, based on the same energy meridians used in traditional acupuncture. Instead of needles, simple tapping with the fingertips is used to input kinetic energy onto specific meridians on the head and chest while you think about your specific problem – whether it is a traumatic event, an addiction, pain, etc. — and voice positive affirmations. […]

By |2023-04-28T10:10:58-04:00May 8th, 2021|Mental Clarity, Mind Body Medicine, psychotherapy, Self Care|Comments Off on Emotional Freedom Technique

To Zoom or not to Zoom?

By Monica Grainger, MSW, RSW Recently, a NY Times writer David Streitfeld published an article, “The Long, Unhappy History of Working From Home,” claiming people are more productive working at the office than working from home. Streitfeld cited research dating back to the early 1980’s to 2009 where prodigious companies, such as Google and IBM, declared there was greater productivity, team innovation, creativity, and availability if employees worked in the office compared to working from home. Research dating back 40 years investigating the plausibility of working from home versus in-office work is outdated and tangential with the advent of online video conferencing. Applications, such as Zoom, Face-time, and other online Hiipa compliant video conference technology, are more sophisticated in our present time and available to a larger population. Hence, team innovation and creativity, accountability, and availability are now made possible for many work groups to meet through video conferencing.  […]

By |2023-04-28T10:23:25-04:00July 29th, 2020|Anxiety, Mental Clarity, psychotherapy|Comments Off on To Zoom or not to Zoom?

The Coronavirus and Your Anxious Children

By Monica Grainger, MSW, RSW This is an unusual time. Families are asked to stay at home and engage in social distancing due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Families are becoming flooded with news from around the world about the deadly result of this virus. As we are becoming more anxious about COVID-19, the anxiety is mounting among our children. I have highlighted some behaviours which may lessen our childrens’ anxiety regarding the coronavirus. People are fearful and discussions about death are rampant. Children easily sense fear in other people. They need to be comforted and reassured that they are safe at home. In the next few days and weeks to come, help your children reduce their anxiety by adhering to the following recommendations: […]

By |2023-04-28T10:12:18-04:00March 24th, 2020|Anxiety, Cold and Flu Season, Mental Clarity, psychotherapy, Supporting Your Child|Comments Off on The Coronavirus and Your Anxious Children

The Hormone & Mental Health Connection

By: Dr. Keara Taylor, ND When it comes to addressing and optimizing mental health, it is vitally important to take a holistic approach, which may include looking at and addressing your hormonal health since hormones and mental health are intrinsically linked. As we know, PMS or premenstrual syndrome, is composed of both physical and psychological symptoms, which include low mood, anxiety, mood swings, social withdrawal etc. that occur in the two week period prior to menstrual bleeding and affect daily functioning. PMDD or premenstrual dysmorphic disorder is defined in the DSM-5 and includes severe mood and physical symptoms (1). We see an increase in low mood and anxiety in peri- and post-menopausal women (2). All of this shows us that mood changes can be linked to shifts in hormones, such as a decline in estrogen, and sometimes a rise in progesterone or progestogens, which can then affect neurotransmitters like serotonin, GABA, and dopamine(3). A good way to determine whether hormones are affecting your mood symptoms is to track your symptoms along with your cycle. There are many free apps out there that make this very easy. If you are undergoing a hormonal transition, for example, pregnancy, post -partum, or perimenopause, then it may be worthwhile to work with a health care practitioner who can help you determine whether your hormones are having an effect on your mental health. The importance of a proper diagnosis cannot be stressed enough to ensure that you get the proper care and treatment that you need (4). […]

By |2023-04-28T10:08:52-04:00January 28th, 2020|Hormone Health, Mental Clarity, Mind Body Medicine, Naturopathic Medicine, ND Editorial, Nutrition, Post Natal Care, Self Care, Sexual Health, Women's Wellness|Comments Off on The Hormone & Mental Health Connection

5 Fruits & Veggies a Day for Mental Health

By: Dr. Kathleen Regan, ND In the coming decade, we will see more and more attention focused on the role of food in brain chemistry. Studies have shown that ‘higher intake of fish, fruit and vegetables is associated with lower incidence of mood disorders’ (1).  The United Kingdom (UK) is a world leader in this research initiative of connecting what we eat with how we feel. One of the more recent studies to come out of the UK looked at the relationship between well-being and the consumption of fruit and vegetables by drawing data from the UK Household Longitudinal Study (UKHLS) which includes information collected from 50,000 people between 2009-2017. In this ‘Lettuce Be Happy’ study, the authors concluded: Increased fruit & vegetable consumption can enhance mental well-being. Increasing how frequently you consume fruit and vegetables is as important as the overall quantity you consume. The relationship between food and mental health is meaningful and significant across different measures of well-being. […]

By |2023-04-20T10:46:49-04:00January 15th, 2020|Mental Clarity, Mind Body Medicine, Naturopathic Medicine, ND Editorial, Nutrition, Self Care|Comments Off on 5 Fruits & Veggies a Day for Mental Health

Harnessing Energy to Achieve Your Goals in 2020

By: Dr. Kathleen Regan, ND Energy is the fundamental fuel you need to achieve your goals this year. In addition to discipline, focus, vision and other forces required to realize your goals, adequate amounts of energy are essential are essential for the endurance, focus and positivity needed to reach our goals.  The role energy plays in goal setting is paramount. Have you ever failed at a New Year’s resolution and experienced negative self-talk? ‘Lazy’, ‘Unmotivated’, ‘Unfocused’, ‘Depressed’ are some of the words people hear. Does this sound like you? If it does, ask yourself this important question:  […]

By |2023-04-20T10:41:52-04:00January 4th, 2020|Anxiety, Mental Clarity, Mind Body Medicine, Nutrition, Pain and Fatigue, Self Care, Women's Wellness|Comments Off on Harnessing Energy to Achieve Your Goals in 2020

5 Tips to MAINTAIN Weight Loss

By Monica Grainger, MSW, RSW Establish a regular eating schedule. Plan when you are going to eat and what your meals and snacks will be ahead of time. You are less likely to be tempted by unhealthy food. Know your triggers. Do you tend to eat when you are bored, anxious, or excited? Do you succumb to your cravings? Are you in social situations where you are offered food? Do you think about food, imagine having your favourite dessert? Being able to predict what will trigger overeating or grabbing junk food will help you reduce your exposure to it. […]

By |2023-04-21T02:38:44-04:00November 13th, 2019|Anxiety, Detoxification/Cleanse, Mental Clarity, Mind Body Medicine, Nutrition, Self Care, Weight Loss, Women's Wellness|Comments Off on 5 Tips to MAINTAIN Weight Loss

How to Access Your Body’s Intelligence

with Geraldine Lo Monaco, Intuitive Healer The body has its own intelligence that will help guide your decisions. In this workshop you will learn exercises to decode the body’s messages, including: How to tune in with the physical signals of your body How to interpret and trust these signals How to act upon your body’s wisdom The body never lies. WHEN: Wed., Nov. 27th, 7:30-8:30 WHERE: Innate Wellness, 5 Quebec Avenue COST: FREE   [contact-field label="Name" type="name" required="true" /][contact-field label="Email" type="email" required="true" /][contact-field label="Website" type="url" /][contact-field label="Message" type="textarea" /]

By |2023-04-21T02:53:40-04:00October 7th, 2019|Medical Intuition, Mental Clarity, Mind Body Medicine, Upcoming Events at Innate, Workshops|Comments Off on How to Access Your Body’s Intelligence

Be Calm During Stressful Times

Burnout Prevention with Dr. Alexia Georgousis, ND In this workshop, Dr. Alexia offers techniques on how to: RESPOND vs REACT Build RESILIENCE and STRENGTH Feel CLEAR & CALM WHEN: Thurs. Nov. 14th, 7:30-8:30 pm WHERE: Innate Wellness, 5 Quebec Avenue COST: FREE   [contact-field label="Name" type="name" required="1"][contact-field label="Email" type="email" required="1"][contact-field label="Message" type="textarea"]

By |2023-04-21T02:42:58-04:00October 7th, 2019|Anxiety, Mental Clarity, Mind Body Medicine, Self Care, Upcoming Events at Innate, Workshops|Comments Off on Be Calm During Stressful Times
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