Q: My teenager suffers from depression and anxiety, are there natural medicine options to help her? A: While mood changes are normal in adolescence, one in five teens has a diagnosable mental health disorder and as many as one in three suffer from depression. Despite the high frequency, stigma … [Read more...] about Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: Adolescent Mental Health
Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: Women’s Health and Sleep
Q: I have trouble sleeping, could this be related to my hormones? A: Women are more likely than men to have disturbed sleep, with either difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. These problems often develop in mid-life and can occur in association with hormonal changes. There are … [Read more...] about Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: Women’s Health and Sleep
The Scoop on Inflammation and Heat
When we think of inflammation, we often think of localized pain somewhere in the body. An injury, for example, can elicit an acute inflammatory response. In addition, inflammation may be systemic and manifest in various parts of the body. Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture has its own … [Read more...] about The Scoop on Inflammation and Heat
Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: The Anti-Inflammation Diet
Q: I've heard that chronic inflammation is linked with chronic illnesses including heart disease and cancer. How can I lower inflammation naturally to reduce my risk of illness? A: There are many things that one can do to modify their diet and lifestyle and minimize systemic inflammation. First … [Read more...] about Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: The Anti-Inflammation Diet
Welcome Karen Siegel Propis – our newest Acupuncturist
We are very excited to welcome Karen Siegel Propis, MPH, MS, RD, LD, LAc, to our practice! Karen will be filling in while Julie Shindler-Cohen is on maternity leave and will maintain a part-time schedule once Julie returns. Karen was founder and owner of the Acupuncture and Nutrition Clinic in … [Read more...] about Welcome Karen Siegel Propis – our newest Acupuncturist
Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: New Year Intention Setting & Self-Compassion
Q: Can you share some tools to help me with setting healthy new years resolutions? A: The beginning of a new year prompts reflection on the passing one, and often setting new goals for the upcoming year. For many of us this can look like making resolutions to become better versions of ourselves, … [Read more...] about Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: New Year Intention Setting & Self-Compassion